The Top 9 Lakes in Klamath National Forest
Looking to visit the best lakes in Klamath National Forest? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Klamath National Forest’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: November 28, 2025
Kangaroo Lake Campground
Highlight • Rest Area
Enjoy easy access to Kangaroo Lake. Visitors may spend the day fishing for rainbow trout, hiking surrounding trails in the Kangaroo Lake Botanical Area, and viewing native wildlife. Exercise caution …
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Marble Mountain Wilderness
Highlight • Forest
The area that now makes up the Marble Mountain Wilderness has been protected in one form or another since 1931. It gained its current statues in 1964 when the US …
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Caribou Lakes
Highlight • Lake
Getting to the Caribou Lakes means climbing thousands of feet to a basin below Caribou Peak. Once you arrive you'll be treated to three good sized lakes and a number …
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Paynes Lake
Highlight • Lake
Paynes Lake is a stunning destination for a long break or to spend the night. There are plenty of nice campsites if you hike counterclockwise around the lake. Fish and amphibians are living in the water.
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Albert Lake Trail
Highlight • Trail
This narrow trail will lead you to the hidden Albert Lake and Upper Albert Lake way above Paynes Lake. Follow the cairns!
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