WILD HORSES & MORE
Our resort is nestled in the heart of nature, surrounded by majestic wild horses that roam freely in the area. Siskiyou county is one of the few
"Open Range" counties left in NorCal, and these horses have not been taught to fear humans as those rounded up by helicopters in BLM lands. We give them space to enjoy their freedom, so this is one of the few places where wild horses and humans can just relax and enjoy nature side by side.
Siskiyou County values our wild horses, not just for their beauty and historical significance, but as an important way to protect our area from wildfires. Read more about the Wild Horse Fire Brigade and the valiant effort to protect American Wild Horses. You can get involved! Buy a calendar featuring pictures of the herd, and tell your friends about this special place. Soon, we will have maps for guests who would like to view more horses in their natural habitat, compliments of Wild Horse Ranch, who advocates for the protection of Wild Horses.
WILD HORSE ENCOUNTERS
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THE DO'S
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Respect the personal space of the horses
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Bring a camera and binoculars
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Have a great time, and share your experiences and photos
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Enjoy their beauty and natural behaviors from a safe distance
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Ask questions; our staff is happy to offer their experience and insights
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THE DON'TS
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Don’t try to touch or feed wild horses.
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Don't stand behind them!
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Don’t get too close or between horses, especially mares and their babies
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Don’t allow dogs to run loose.
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Don’t allow children unattended near horses.
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Don’t make loud noises or sudden movements that can spook horses
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Don’t fly drones near our wildlife please.
FISHING​ & RIVER RESTORATION
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Sport fishing is popular on the Klamath River, with salmon and steelhead trout being the most popular. The Klamath has been one of the most productive steelhead rivers on the West Coast of the USA. To restore the salmon and the health of the river, 4 dams were removed in 2024, the biggest river restoration project in the world! As a result, a biologist on the project is happy to report that the water testing is already showing improved health of the river. We are eagerly awaiting the return of the salmon!
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Beginning in late summer, great migrations of King Salmon (Chinook) make their way up the Klamath River back to their place of origin to lay their own eggs to complete the circle of life. Steelhead trout move upriver in the Fall, just after Salmon, to spawn. In the Spring, they make their way back downriver to the Pacific.​​
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Fish Pond:
While the river recovers, our younger guests enjoy fishing in our irrigation pond. It seems to be
a great place for practicing fly fishing as well.
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River Fishing :​
Before you get your line wet in the Klamath River, you will need a steelhead report card, a salmon card, and your license. Please only barbless hooks from Iron Gate Dam to the ocean.
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BIRD WATCHING
Immerse yourself in the diverse wildlife of Siskiyou County, where birdwatching opportunities abound at nearby sanctuaries. Here at the park you will hear owls, see ducks and geese on the riverbank, or a Blue Heron fishing nearby.
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NEW TRAILS & BOAT RAMPS
As part of the Klamath River Restoration Project, new single track trails are being built just upstream, along with access points to waterfalls and other points of interest and boat ramps for rafters and fishing boats. We are looking forward to exploring the "New Klamath" and bringing you more information in the coming year. For now, we recommend exploring the canyon across from the park entrance. It is on BLM land, and has plenty of shade trees where you are likely to find Wild Horses escaping the heat.
Here are some well-known trails near our
California / Oregon border:
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Pacific Crest Trail, Ashland​ (21.6 miles)
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Pilot Rock, Ashland (22.2 miles)
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Greenhorn Park Reservoir Trail (24.2 miles)
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RESOURCES & DAY TRIPS
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Ski Area/Resort
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Golf Courses
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Historical Society Helpful Links and Resources
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Gold Panning
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