Klamath Falls : Oregon
Living a Mountain Lifestyle in Klamath Falls, Oregon
Klamath Falls is home to both Hogback summit and Stukel mountain, among many others. It is a beautiful town in south central Oregon, east of Medford and Ashland. The population is about 21,000 people. Nearby Upper Klamath Lake is the largest natural lake in the Pacific Northwest. Crater Lake is about 30 miles to the north, it is the only National Park in Oregon. Klamath Falls is a great town for outdoor recreation and birding. Klamath Community College and the Oregon Institute of Technology are in town. Courthouse photo by Llywrch.
Where to Retire in Klamath Falls and Home Prices
There are active adult communities in the area (see link at top left). According to Zillow, the median home value was $284,267 in early 2022, a rise of over 28% during the past year.
What Is Special about Klamath Falls
Crater Lake is about 50 miles to the north. Having 2 colleges, a National Park and many other tip-top natural attractions, and a regional hospital are plusses for Klamath Falls.
What Is Not Special about Klamath Falls
During WWII Japanese-Americans were quarantined in a camp near Klamath Falls. The economy does not seem to be doing so well with housing prices falling and crime rates higher than the national and Oregon averages.
Climate and Physical Environment
Klamath Falls is in very southern Oregon near the California border, and east of Medford. The area is mountainous and many lakes and rivers dot the area. Contrary to what many people think, much of Oregon is dry, and that includes Klamath Falls. It is about 10 degrees colder here in winter than in Medford. Klamath Falls averages less than 1" inch rain between June and Sept.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
The outdoors takes center stage in Klamath Falls.
Crime
Crime rate is higher in KIamath Falls than in the U.S. and the state of Oregon.
Medical Facilities
Sky Lakes Medical Center is a regional hospital for a huge area of Oregon and northern California. This is a non-profit hospital with 176 beds.
Transportation
Klamath Falls has a small airport with air taxi operations. Amtrak serves Klamath Falls. The trail network in and around Moore Park is well loved and heavily used by hikers, cyclists, runners, and others.
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