Klamath County is proud to be home to Crater Lake National Park, one of Oregon's most popular visitor destinations.

But having the deepest and bluest lake in America isn't the only thing Klamath County has to brag about. Whether your interest lies in natural wonders, recreation, culture or history, you'll find plenty of places for exploration in the great Upper Klamath River Basin region.

So, let's take it from the top. Here are 10 must-see attractions you'll find in this quiet corner of Southern Oregon that we like to call home.

Crater Lake

- Crater Lake National Park - Created by the explosion of a massive volcano 7,000 years ago, the lake today offers year-round sightseeing and recreation opportunities. Learn more.

- Lava Beds National Monument - Site of the 1872-73 Modoc Indian War, and laced with miles and miles of lava tube caves, the Lava Beds lie just across the state line in Siskiyou County, Calif. Learn more.

- Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuges. Count 'em - no fewer than SIX national wildlife refuges sit within an hour's drive of Klamath Falls. It's the birding epicenter of the Pacific Flyway. Learn more.

- National forests - If you're naturally drawn to the woods, then take your pick from any of six major forest types in the Upper Basin. From mountain mahogany scrub to oak savannahs and old-growth pine and fir - it's all right here. Learn more.

Boat ramp at Agency Lake

- Fishing doesn't get any better than here in Klamath. And we're not just blowing stink bait your way, pal. We're talking about 20-pound wild rainbow trout - catchable from a boat or the shore of Upper Klamath Lake. Learn more.

- Perfect water for swimming or boating is found in nearly every corner of Klamath. Start with a canoe on the flat water of the Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge, and work your way up to Class V rapids on the Upper Klamath River. Learn more.

- You may not have heard, but most serious skateboarders know Klamath Falls has one of the awesome skateboard parks in the nation. Ask locally for directions to the youth sports complex, which also has a great playground for little ones. Learn more.

- Cyclists think they've died and gone to heaven in Klamath. That's because the longest rails-to-trails park in Oregon - the OC&E-Woods Line Trail - takes off from Klamath Falls and extends for more than 100 miles to the east. Learn more.

- Scenic byway routes crisscross the Upper Klamath Basin. The star of the road touring show is the Volcanic Legacy National Scenic Byway - designated as an All America Road because of the area's unique mix of landscapes and natural attractions. Learn more.

Downtown Klamath Falls

- Downtown Klamath Falls sports a rich variety of specialty shops, restaurants, theaters, restored historic buildings, and beautiful landscaping. Look no further for a great place to spend an afternoon or evening. Learn more.