"Climb a Volcano" in Klamath County

Klamath County offers many opportunities for the climbing enthusiast as we are surrounded by many beautiful dormant volcanoes, and wilderness areas. We even have a 5000 sq. ft. indoor climbing gym with unique features including cracks, arches, and a chimney. Dare to enter the Yeti's Lair Climbing Gym, 369 S. 6th St., Klamath Falls. For more information contact Mike at 541.882.5586 or 541.892.4229. Other popular climbing areas include the following sites.

Spring Creek Hill
Difficulty: All skill levels

Located north of Collier State Park this is a wonderful climbing area for all levels. Easy access and spectacular views! Great for the whole family.

Mt. McLoughlin
Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 14 miles hiking trail, 4.9 mile climbing distance
Elevation: 5,600 ft - 9,495 ft.
Recommended Season: Summer

The tallest volcano between Shasta and Crater Lake, Mt. McLoughlin is located within the Sky Lakes Wilderness Area and offers spectacular views from its top. The trail to the summit winds through rocky terrain and can be very difficult. The trail is marked above the tree line by red circles painted on rocks. Descent can be tricky as these markers are easily missed. Visit nearby Dry Creek, Rye Spring, Ichabod Spring, Swan Creek, and more. Plan a 2 day hike and camp at Saddle Campground.

Brown Mountain
Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 13.6 miles round trip
Elevation difference: 560 ft.
Two Trailheads

Offering a close view of the south flanks of Mt. McLoughlin, Brown Mountain is small (5 cubic kilometers) shield topped by a cinder cone whose central depression is 15 meters deep. Climbing Brown Mountain is mainly a scramble over bare, unweathered block-lava as there is no maintained trail to its summit. White Pine Campground is a great place to camp. Explore Muddy Spring and Rainbow Creek.

Pelican Butte
Difficulty: Difficult
Length: 20.8 miles long
Elevation difference: 3,325 ft.

Imagine 180-degree panoramic views of the Cascade Peaks from Crater Lake, past Mt. McLaughlin and other Mountain Lakes Wilderness..these views will be yours if you hike the Pelican Butte trail. A reasonably well-maintained gravel road to the summit. You'll have an elevation difference of 3,325 feet, two trailheads so you can decide whether to have someone pick you up at the other end rather than hiking back down. Seldom Creek flows through the vicinity, as well as Penn Creek. Stop by Fourmile Flat Quarry and Harriman Spring. Try camping at Hemlock Lake Campground or White Pine Campground, or stay at Point Comfort Lodge.