06/02/2026
The Klamath Basin is getting national recognition 🌾🦆🌊
A recent feature from Patagonia highlights this incredible region as the “Everglades of the West” — shining a spotlight on the vast wetlands, wildlife habitat, and restoration efforts that make the Klamath Basin one of the most important freshwater ecosystems in the American West.
From the waters of Upper Klamath Lake to the expansive marshes of Tule Lake and Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuges, this landscape supports millions of migratory birds traveling the Pacific Flyway each year. The article also highlights the inspiring restoration work happening throughout the watershed, including the return of Chinook salmon to upper river systems following recent dam removals downstream.
Here in Klamath, these landscapes aren’t just beautiful — they’re deeply connected to the people, wildlife, and ecosystems that call this region home.
Whether you’re birdwatching at sunrise, paddling through peaceful waterways, fishing local rivers, or exploring the basin’s wide open beauty, there’s a reason this place continues to leave such a lasting impression on everyone who experiences it.
Read more on story from Patagonia here: https://www.patagonia.com/stories/planet/activism/the-everglades-of-the-west/story-173384.html