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NORTHERN COUNTY LOOP
54 miles of spectacular mountain beauty in Central Oregon's High Desert. All seasons offer great recreation opportunities. Begin in chemult and see Miller Lake, then drive north to Hwy. 58. Crescent Lake and Odell Lake are fishing havens; current events can be obtained at the Willamette Pass Visitor Center. Double back to Crescent Lake Junction to Crescent Road to visit Crescent and Historic Gilchrist.
Highlights:
- Chemult Ranger District
- Crescent/Odell Lakes
- Willamette Pass Visitor Center
- Gilchrist (the only "company owned" town in Oregon)
KLAMATH LAKE UPPER LOOP
From Klamath Falls, a 93-mile loop encompassing nature trails, trophy fishing spots,canoe trips through a refuge, Mares Eggs botanical area, an extra loop to Crater Lake.Then, stop by the Fort Klamath Museum or collier Logging Museum for a history lesson.Return via the Klamath Tribe office and museum.
Highlights:
- Howard Bay
- Klamath Canoe Trail
- Mares Eggs Springs
- Fort Klamath Museum
- Collier State Park
LAVA BEDS LOOP
South from Klamath Falls for a 110-mile loop including Bald Eagles, the Applegate Immigrant Trail and National Wildlife Refuge on Highway 161. Explore the caves at Lava Beds National Monument, site of the Modoc Indian War, 1872-73. Return to Klamath Falls via Hwy 39.
Highlights:
- Applegate Trail Monument
- Tulelake National Refuge Headquarters
- Captain Jack's Stronghold
- Petroglyphs
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