State of Jefferson Scenic Byway
States: California and Oregon
National Forest: Klamath National Forest - California, Siskiyou National Forest - California, Six Rivers National Forest, Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
Length: 108.0 mi / 173.8 km
Time to Allow: Two hours, 40 minutes non-stop
From the 1941 state capitol of Yreka, California, take Hwy. 263 North over five Pioneer bridges to Hwy. 96. Meander along the Klamath River West to the remote, friendly town of Happy Camp. Seek the headwaters of Indian Creek northwards over the 5000-foot Grayback summit, through old Brewers Spruce forests, and then down to Hwy 199 in O'Brien, Oregon.
Stories
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State of Jefferson Scenic Byway Overview
Jan 27, 2005
Winding through the mountains of northern California, the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway depicts the rugged spirit of northern California. From the high desert climate in the east to the lush mountain forests closer to the coast, the Byway offers a glimpse at the scenery and history of the area, which at one time seceded from the union�
Local Information
Klamath National Forest
(530) 493-2243
- Klamath National Forest:
- The official website for the Klamath National Forest gives detailed information about activities and regulations.
- Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest:
- Visit the official website for Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest for more information.
- Six Rivers National Forest:
- Visit the official website of the Six Rivers National Forest for more information.
- State of Jefferson Co.:
- Look at this site to learn why a lot of people would like to see Jefferson become the 51st state in the U.S. Also learn more about the State of Jefferson region.
- State of Jefferson Scenic Byway:
- This is a one-page itinerary of the State of Jefferson Scenic Byway.
Forest Message
Winter travel. Many byways are not plowed in the winter. Check with the National Forest where you will be traveling for road conditions. Even byways that are not plowed often provide excellent winter opportunities on snow mobiles or cross country skis.
