Such are the rewards for the canoeist who paddles many of the flat-water trails in Klamath, Lake and Modoc Country, where wildlife flourishes in dozens of bogs, swamps, marshes and wetlands.

Recognizing the enduring popularity of canoeing, several agencies in the Klamath Basin are developing new trails through areas rich in scenery and wildlife. Many have brochures printed on waterproof paper to guide you along the way.

Snow-covered peaks loom over the waters of the Cascade Mountain range, while towering ponderosa pines form a canopy above streams and lakeshores in Klamath, Lake and Modoc Country. Popular canoe trails include the Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge, where spring-fed streams weave their way through wetlands along the edge of the Winema National Forest. The Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge offers a trail near areas that support large populations of waterfowl and songbirds.

Food and lodging are available near most canoe areas, and rentals are available at several resorts throughout the region.

Inside this brochure you'll find a list of the area's most popular canoe areas, including directions and telephone numbers for more information. Contact responsible agency for report on water conditions, which can vary widely with the seasons. Personal flotation devices are required.

1. Crescent Lake
2. Miller Lake
3. Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge
4. Spring Creek & Williamson River
5. Upper Klamath National Wildlife Refuge
6. Lake of the Woods
7. Sprague River
8. Klamath River, Lake Ewauna
9. Juanita Lake
10. Lofton Reservoir
11. Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge
12. Blue Lake
13. Warner Wetlands
14. Wood River