Klamath County

These needle-like formations of rock, called fossil fumaroles, projecting from the Sand Creek Canyon floor, were formed under sheets of volcanic pumice that preceded Mazama's collapse. As the surface of the hot pumice cooled over the years, steam and gases were released by the hot rocks underneath through vents and tubes that were welded into cement hardness by their passage. These ancient vent...

The summit of Mount Scott is supposedly the only place where you can fit all of Crater Lake in one camera view! It's the tenth highest peak in the Oregon Cascades, but with it's well-maintained trails and gradual inclines, the hike can be great for families, too.There can be snow near the summit (even in the summer time), so take care as you make your way across the ridge line. At the summit, t...

Mount Scott Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Chiloquin, Oregon.

Trapper Lake via Cherry Creek Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Fort Klamath, Oregon.

Plaikni Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Crater Lake, Oregon.

Starting on the Crater Lake East Rim Drive near the Phantom Ship Overlook, take the Pinnacles Road 1.2 miles until you see the Plaikni Falls trailhead on your left.The Plaikni Falls trail is an easy 2.0 mile roundtrip hike through an old-growth forest to a waterfall.The first 3/4 of the trail is wheelchair accessible. The final climb to the falls may be too steep.The forest trail is a beautiful...

Puck Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Fort Klamath, Oregon.

Crater Peak Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see local wildlife located near Crater Lake, Oregon.

Sun Notch Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Crater Lake, Oregon.