Learn About Native American History in Klamath

Explore the rich history of the tribes that have called Klamath home since time immemorial.The Klamath, Yahooskin and Modoc groups have lived in the Klamath Basin since time immemorial—fishing in the region's waterways, hunting in its forests and meadows, and gathering plants, berries, and other items for sustenance. Today, those groups make up the Klamath Tribes, one of nine federally recognized Indigenous Nations in Oregon.If you’re interested in learning about the tribes—their rich history, vibrant present, and exciting future—you’ll find plenty of opportunities for doing so across Klamath. In some cases, that means paddling past wocus plants, long an important source of food for the Klamath and Modoc peoples, on the Upper Klamath Canoe Trail. In other instances, that means exploring cozy museums, listening to engaging audio tours, and visiting the national monument that played a key role in the Modoc War of 1872-1873. However you like to explore, here are a few fascinating ways to...