Klamath Falls Oregon is a city of around 20,000 residents that serves as the county seat of Klamath County. Also found within this county is one of Oregon’s most famous attractions – Crater Lake National Park. Only some 50 miles separate Klamath Falls from Crater Lake. Also found within approximately 50 miles of Klamath Falls is the larger city of Medford, and both of these southern Oregon hubs are just a short drive from the Northern California border. It is a very scenic region that is full of wildlife and breathtaking mountain views. A rich heritage is also something that Klamath Falls is known for, and the historic downtown district can be a joy to explore when you’re not out indulging in some outdoor recreation.

Historic Downtown

The historic downtown district in Klamath Falls Oregon is a joy to explore. A number of historic buildings populate the district, and both the Art Deco and Gothic Revival architectural styles are quite evident. There are two main ways to go about touring historic downtown Klamath Falls. You can rely solely on your own two feet or take a ride on one of the Linkville Trolley Tour Buses. Walkers can pick up a map of downtown Klamath Falls at the Discover Klamath Visitor Center, which is found at 205 Riverside Dr., Suite B. The Linkville Trolley Bus Historical Tours operate Tuesday through Saturday from June to September. There is a small fee for a round trip journey, and the buses begin their routes at the Klamath County Museum, 1451 Main Street.

Outdoor Recreation

In and around Klamath Falls, visitors can choose from a wide variety of outdoor activities. During the warmer months, such things as hiking, biking, and fishing figure among the most popular pursuits. Other warm weather activities of choice include rafting, kayaking, birding, and swimming. Golfing enthusiasts are also covered, thanks in part to the Arnold Palmer course at the Running Y Ranch Resort (pictured). This course consistently ranks high among the best golf courses in Oregon. As for cold weather activities that can be enjoyed in and around Klamath Falls, they include snowmobiling, snowshoeing, sledding, and cross country skiing. If downhill skiing or snowboarding are your winter sports of choice, then you can look to add them to the picture as well. The Willamette Pass Ski Area in northeastern Klamath County and the Mt. Ashland Ski and Snowboard Area in neighboring Jackson County are among the regional ski and snowboard destinations. Back in Klamath Falls proper, the Bill Collier Community Ice Arena presents residents and visitors alike with just one more winter activity option. The arena’s outdoor ice rink is covered by a fabric roof and is open for business from late October or early November until the end of March.

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Klamath Falls Oregon Hotels & Lodging

Travelers have a wide variety of lodging options to choose from in and around Klamath Falls Oregon. The city is home to a number of chain brand hotels and motels. Recommendable examples in this department include, but aren’t limited to, the Best Western PLUS Olympic Inn (pictured), the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Klamath Falls, the Microtel Inn & Suites Klamath Falls, and the Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Klamath Falls. Outside of the chain brand establishments, there are other hotels and motels that can also make for good Klamath Falls lodging bases. Examples include the Shilo Suites Hotel, the Cimarron Inn, and the Maverick Motel. If a resort is what you have in mind, then it is hard to top the Running Y Ranch Resort, while bed and breakfast enthusiasts can turn their attention to the Crystalwood Lodge and the Devonridge Bed and Breakfast. For the camping crowd, there are opportunities there as well. RV parks such as Round Lake and the Rocky Point Resort are good places to dock recreational vehicles, and campgrounds such as the Klamath Falls KOA and the Hagelstein Campground are good spots to put your trailer or tent. A more rustic camping experience can be had at the Fourmile Lake Campground or in the nearby Mountain Lakes Wilderness Area, and such places as the Fish Lake Resort and the Lake of the Woods Resort offer cabin rentals. Finally, those who are in need of lodging in Klamath Falls Oregon can turn to the area vacation rentals, which tend to come in the form of cabins and homes.