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Klamath, California

Klamath is an unincorporated community in Del Norte County, California, United States, situated on US Route 101, inland from the mouth of the Klamath River. The population of Klamath is 1088 based on the 2020 US Census.

Type City

Why go

  • Unincorporated community in coastal northern California.
  • Known for Klamath River.
  • 1 curated must-see attraction on record, including Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park.
  • Served by Andy Mc Beth Airport.

History

Klamath is an unincorporated community in Del Norte County, California, United States, situated on US Route 101, inland from the mouth of the Klamath River. The population of Klamath is 1088 based on the 2020 US Census. For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Klamath as a census-designated place (CDP). Klamath is at an elevation of 30 feet (9.1 m). Klamath is located within the Yurok Indian Reservation.

Must-see attractions

127011 Newton B. Drury Scenic Pkwy, Orick, CA 95555
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Airports

Jack Mc Namara Field Airport (CEC) 20 mi to the centre
Crescent City, CA, US — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 1 airline (United Airlines) · direct flights to 2 destinations incl. Arcata CA, San Francisco (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 1 airline, 2 direct destinations

Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.

Indoor | Outdoor
Andy Mc Beth Airport 2.5 mi to the centre
Klamath Glen, CA, US
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Happy Camp Airport 38 mi to the centre
Happy Camp, CA, US
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Andy Mc Beth Airport; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Klamath, California. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Local transit

Public transit · Schedules & GTFS data

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

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Tours & experiences