KLAMATH WILDLIFE AREA
Parks • Weather • Amenities
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T16:00:00-08:00
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...For the high wind warning. Portions of Lake and Modoc counties and far eastern Klamath County, including Lakeview, Valley Falls, Bly, Paisley, Summer Lake, Silver Lake, Adel, Fort Rock, the Warner and Hart mountains, and portions of Highways 395, 31, and 140. Southwest Klamath counties, including Klamath Falls, Bonanza, and portions of Highways 97, 140, 39, and 139. For the wind advisory, the remainder of zones, including the cities of Modoc Point, Chemult, Crescent, Canby and Alturas. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 4 PM PST Friday. For the High Wind Warning, until 10 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be lost or damaged. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds persist overnight, but could ease for a time into Thursday afternoon. Strong winds are likely to redevelop Thursday evening with gusts to 60 mph into Friday morning.
SUMMARY
The Klamath Wildlife Area is a 23,000-acre natural reserve located in southern Oregon. It was established in 1956 and is home to a diverse range of wildlife species. There are many good reasons to visit the wildlife area, including bird watching, hunting, fishing, hiking, and wildlife photography. Some of the specific points of interest include the Klamath Marsh, which is a large wetland area that serves as a breeding ground for many bird species. The Williamson River and Upper Klamath Lake are also popular spots for fishing and boating. The area is also home to several rare plant species, including the Klamath iris and the dwarf woolly meadowfoam.
Interesting facts about the Klamath Wildlife Area include its designation as a "globally important bird area" by the American Bird Conservancy. It is also home to the largest wintering population of bald eagles in the lower 48 states. Additionally, the area was once inhabited by the Klamath and Modoc tribes, and there are several historic sites and artifacts that can be seen.
The best time of year to visit the Klamath Wildlife Area depends on the activity you are interested in. Spring and fall are the best times for bird watching, with over 300 bird species recorded in the area. Fishing is best in the summer and fall, while hunting season typically runs from October through January. Hiking and wildlife photography can be enjoyed year-round, although it is important to be prepared for cold and wet weather conditions during the winter months.
