Elmira is a small community located in Lane County, Oregon. The area experiences a temperate climate with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. The hydrology constituents of the area are mostly made up of the Long Tom River, which flows through Elmira and provides recreational opportunities like fishing and kayaking. The nearby Fern Ridge Reservoir is also a popular destination for boating and swimming. For those interested in outdoor recreation, Elmira offers ample opportunities for hiking and camping in the nearby Coast Range mountains, as well as birdwatching and wildlife viewing in the surrounding wetlands.