Klamath National Forest and Butte Valley National Grassland

A Northern California Adventure

The Klamath National Forest & Butte Valley National Grassland cover 1,700,000 acres in Northern California and Southern Oregon. The forest includes the Klamath National Wild & Scenic River and several wilderness, botanical, and geologic areas.

Visit Klamath National Forest

Visitor Center Operating Hours - to answer questions, purchase maps or passes, and to obtain wood permits.

  • Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District (Happy Camp, CA): Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Salmon/Scott River Ranger District (Fort Jones, CA): Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
  • Goosenest Ranger District (Macdoel, CA): In-person services are suspended indefinitely.
  • Supervisor's Office (Yreka, CA): In-person services are suspended indefinitely.

Visitors may call (530) 842-6131 or email sm.fs.klamathinfo@usda.gov for information and answers to their questions. As always, information can be found here on the forest website, on Facebook, or on X (formerly Twitter)

  • Fire Danger 

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    The fire danger rating is MODERATE.

  • Firewood Cutting

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    Cutting firewood for personal use is a popular pastime for many people who live near the Klamath National Forest. Make sure you have a permit and "Know Before You Go."

  • Campgrounds and Trailheads

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    With nearly one million acres for your enjoyment, relaxation, and exploration, you can experience the solitude of the wilderness or enjoy camping near others in developed campgrounds.

  • Comment on Proposed Changes to Recreation Fees

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    Klamath National Forest is inviting the public to provide comments on proposed fee changes at 35 developed recreation sites across the forest.

  • Northwest Forest Plan

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    The Klamath National Forest falls under the Northwest Forest Plan, which is being amended. To find out how you can contribute and learn more, follow the link below.

  • Butte Valley National Grassland

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    Butte Valley National Grassland occurs in a scenic basin within the southern Cascade Range, located in northern California. The National Grassland is 18,425 acres in size and is the only national grassland in California.

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