For paddle lovers, the Upper Klamath Canoe Trail offers a one-of-a-kind summer experience through a maze of wetlands and bird habitats. Launch from Malone Springs or Rocky Point and explore at your own pace. For mountain lake paddling, try Lake of the Woods or head to Crescent Lake for stunning views and tranquil waters. Spring Creek and Jackson F. Kimball State Recreation Site offer instagrammable, blue-hued waters that look surreal.

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Some of the best summer campgrounds in Southern Oregon are right here in Klamath:

Lake of the Woods Resort Campground: Combines modern amenities with a rustic lakeside experience.

Fourmile Lake Campground: A remote, peaceful setting with access to summer hiking and paddling.

Shelter Cove Resort: Great for RV and tent campers alike, with beautiful lake views and nearby trails. Perfect for break along the PCT.

KOA of Klamath Falls: Located in the heart of Klamath Falls for easy access to restaurants, grocery stores, and other downtown amenities.

Crater Lake Resort: Prefer glamping to camping? This camping resort has a memorable exprience awaiting you!

Nothing says summer like a scoop of local ice cream:

• Lighthouse Yogurt: Locally-owned and offering 50+ toppings on frozen yogurt or ice cream.
• Sugar Pine Treats: Unique flavors, ice cream sandwiches, sundaes, and more sweet treats!
• The Polar Bear: A hidden gem in Merrill, complete with retro-vibes, soft serve ice cream, picnic tables, yummy burgers and fries. 

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Klamath’s summer event calendar is packed with unforgettable experiences:

• Kruise of Klamath (June): Classic cars, live music, and street dancing.
• Third Thursdays (June–August): Monthly downtown celebration of music, food, and art.
• Lost River Bluegrass Festival (July): Multi-day music festival with food trucks, a beer garden, camping and more!
• Wings and Eagles Airshow (July): USAF Thunderbirds, F-35A demos, static aircraft displays, and more! 
• Klamath Music Festival (August): Klamath’s annual music festival with daytime outdoor performance and indoor music on the main stage at the Ragland.
• Klamath County Fair (July - August): Chase Rice headlining the concert series, rides, yummy food, bull riding, and more.

Catch live music all summer long at venues like Mia and Pia’s, The Garage Taphouse, or spontaneous outdoor sets during events and festivals. Check out our events calendar here.

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Summer is the perfect season to wander Historic Downtown Klamath Falls. Browse local boutiques, discover regional artists at The Favell Museum, step back in time at the Baldwin Hotel Museum, and enjoy outdoor murals and sculptures in the sunshine. Be sure to stop into local gems like The Ledge Outdoor Store or Canvasback Books.

Klamath is a summer trail-lover’s paradise. Here are a few highlights:

• Spence Mountain Trails: Ideal for mountain biking and hiking with panoramic lake views and home to bald eagles.
• Moore Mountain Trails: Trail system right near town perfect for hiking, biking, or trail running.
• Sky Lakes Wilderness & Mountain Lakes Wilderness: Alpine lakes, volcanic formations, and quiet summer solitude.

Cyclists will love the OC&E Woods Line State Trail – Oregon's longest linear park, stretching 100 miles.

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When it’s time to relax, Klamath offers great spots to sip and savor under the sun:

The Falls Taphouse: Rotating taps, food trucks, rooftop and outdoor seating with misters to keep you cool when the heat cranks up.

Ruddy Duck at Running Y Resort: Patio dining with golf course and mountain views.

Common Block Brewery: Large patio with cornhole boards and summer live music events!

Lake of the Woods Restaurant: Lakeside dining with unbeatable sunset views. 

Mia and Pia’s: Local pizzeria and brewhouse with live music nights and beautiful garden patio.

Whether you're chasing waterfalls, sipping cold brews, or paddling through paradise, Klamath has something for every summer explorer. With uncrowded trails, vibrant seasonal events, and lakes that sparkle under Oregon’s famously blue skies, it’s the perfect destination to discover this summer.