Klamath River California Map

About Klamath River, California

Klamath River is a locality in Siskiyou County, California, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 5.0 people per km². Klamath River is located at 41.8612°N, 122.8256°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 96050.

Klamath River, California, flows with a steady, deep current through a landscape shaped by ancient geological forces and the persistent sculpting hand of water. It lies 23.8 miles south-southwest of Ashland, OR (from Ashland, OR: bearing 195°T), and is situated 13.1 miles northwest of Yreka. The immediate terrain around Klamath River is characterized by the fertile expanse of Quigleys Cove, a basin that cradles the lifeblood of the region. Rolling hills, their slopes often softened by the gentle haze of Pacific light, rise from the valley floor, their colors shifting from the vibrant greens of spring to the sun-baked golds of summer. The air here, even miles from the coast, carries a certain freshness, a testament to the vastness of the inland geography, and the presence of the Klamath River itself lends a constant, murmuring soundtrack to the valley's quiet existence. The sky overhead often stretches in an unbroken dome, a canvas for the slow drift of clouds and the intense clarity of the western sun. The history of Klamath River is inextricably linked to the ebb and flow of the waterway it shares its name with, a river that has sustained human presence for generations. This protected area, designated as Klamath, California Wild and Scenic River, speaks to a deep-seated commitment to preserving the natural integrity of this place, a commitment that resonates with the region's long-standing connection to the land. The local economy, once heavily reliant on the timber industry that once thrived in the nearby Mill Creek Plantation, has diversified, with agriculture and the ongoing stewardship of the river and its surrounding lands now forming its backbone. The echoes of past endeavors are subtle, found perhaps in the weathered lines of older structures or the quiet pride of residents who understand the enduring power of this valley. While Kettle Lake lies a distance away, its presence is felt in the broader hydrological system that nourishes this land. The Vesa Creek Trail offers a pathway for those seeking to immerse themselves more deeply in the natural beauty that defines Klamath River.

About This Klamath River Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Klamath River, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.861246, -122.825589. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Klamath River and Siskiyou County.

Detailed location data for Klamath River includes the ZIP code (96050), telephone area code (530), county seat of Siskiyou County (Yreka), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Klamath River is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.