Winter Sleeps in the Valley - Klamath Lake, Oregon

Thanks for joining me in my adventures. This blog is dedicated to travels off the beaten path. You won't find my review of Disney World here, but you might just discover a new way to explore your world. If you're a fan of the road less traveled, I think you'll like what we have in store today.

Small cities often have the most beautiful parks, and Klamath Falls, Oregon is no exception. This park sits right at the edge of town and borders Klamath Lake. Join me as we take a quick walk around.

From this angle, it appears as though winter is just beginning here in the valley. The grasses are thick and golden still as if they soak up the sun's warm rays daily. Winter creeps across the lake and tickles the land's edge with frost.

Here, winter is more evident, although we've only moved a few feet to the left of the golden grasses. The trees arch together, huddled to hold in the last vestiges of heat. The lake slows and calms as it begins to cool in readiness for the deep freeze which is on the way.

The frigid air is dry and pulls the last bits of moisture from the small branches only to freeze as soon as it emerges. Look closely - the tree is clothed in furs of frost. Everything sleeps to make it through the cold ahead.

From a distance the sky, mountain, and lake all blend together. Their blues blur and freeze, echoing across the winter. In a few short months, the lake will teem with fish and birds, the mountains will turn green and rains will pour, but for now...

For now, Klamath Lake sleeps through the winter.