Is It Time to Take the Road Less Traveled?Lifestyle Editors/Travel Writers KLAMATH FALLS, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--March 26, 2003 With gas at an all time high, it's a good time to explore a vacation closer to home, like touring the nationally recognized Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway The Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway is an All-American Road in the U.S. states of California and Oregon. It is roughly 500 miles (800 km) long and travels through the Cascade Range past numerous volcanoes. All American Road in Northern California and Southern Oregon. The route, one of only 29 All American Roads in the United States, includes Crater Lake, but it starts with the geothermal features of Lassen National Monument. Mount Shasta will put you in a trance, as you gaze up to this 14,162-foot high active volcanic mountain. Next stop will be the grasslands of Butte Butte, city, United States Butte (by  t), city (1990 pop. 33,336), seat of Silver Bow co., SW Mont.; inc. 1879. It is a trade, ranching, and industrial center. Valley, where the vistas are a dramatic photo opportunity. Just a short drive from here, the Lava Beds National Monument Lava Beds National Monument: see National Parks and Monuments (table). Lava Beds National Monument Region, northern California, U.S. It features recent lava flows and related volcanic formations, including deep chasms, chimneys, and cinder cones lets you explore a multitude of caves and see for yourself how volcanos disperse lava for miles. Visiting the nearby wildlife refuge areas will put you in the middle of the world famous Pacific Flyway flyway: see migration of animals. and the Klamath Basin. This is the home to the largest concentration of wintering bald eagles in the lower 48 states. In the distance you can see Klamath Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Rocky Mountains. As you are driving you will skirt this amazing lake, showing you bar none views of land and wildlife. The Winema National Forest hosts many campgrounds that will put your stress to rest and your family to delight. Canoe access at Rocky Point on Pelican Bay will let you explore the Upper Klamath Wildlife Refuge. Fort Klamath offers a unique night's stay at one of the local innkeepers, and recreational opportunities such as hiking or biking at the Wood River Wetlands. Center of an old growth forest, Crater Lake National Park Crater Lake National Park, 183,224 acres (74,206 hectares), SW Oreg., in the Cascade Range; est. 1902. Crater Lake, 20 sq mi (52 sq km), lies in a huge pit that was created when the top of a prehistoric volcano was blown off by a violent eruption. is the crown jewel Crown jewel A particularly profitable or otherwise particularly valuable corporate unit or asset of a firm. Often used in risk arbitrage. The most desirable entities within a diversified corporation as measured by asset value, earning power, and business prospects; in takeover of the byway. A family must, with camping, trails, boat rides and exploring or a restful rest·ful adj. 1. Affording, marked by, or suggesting rest; tranquil. See Synonyms at comfortable. 2. Being at rest; quiet. rest retreat at the historic lodge. No matter what your passion: golfing, rafting, birding, sailing, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, snow-skiing, canoeing, hiking or sight seeing, The Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway All American Road's remarkable natural diversity holds the promise of exciting adventures. For complete information visit Klamath County's website (www.klamathcounty.net) or call their visitor center (800/445-6728) for current maps and brochures. |
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