See the Ring of Fire: Annular Eclipse Viewing in Klamath County

The next annular solar eclipse will occur on October 14, 2023, and Klamath County, Oregon will be one of the best places to view it. The eclipse will begin at 8:05 AM PDT and reach annularity at 9:19 AM PDT, completing at 10:41 AM. This means that the moon will cover 99% of the sun, creating a "ring of fire" effect.

The best places to view the eclipse in Klamath County are:

Crater Lake National Park: This park offers stunning views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. The eclipse will be visible from all parts of the park.

Crater Lake National Park, Oregon

Running Y Ranch: The resort will be hosting a special event for the eclipse, with food, drinks, and live music. There will also be telescopes set up for viewing the eclipse.

Running Y Ranch, Klamath Falls

Fort Klamath: only 20 miles south from Crater Lake and about 2,000 ft. less in elevation sits the community of Fort Klamath which will be host to EclispeFest23 (Oct. 12-15, 2023), a family friendly festival centered around the eclipse offering one of the longest viewing times at over 4 minutes, five days of camping, food and drink, vendors and artisans, curated activities, and live entertainment from 90’s alt band Smash Mouth. Purchase tickets here.

In addition to these public events, there are many other places to view the eclipse in Klamath County. You can find a list of viewing spots on the website of the Discover Klamath Visitor and Convention Bureau.

The annular solar eclipse on October 14, 2023, is a once-in-a-lifetime event. If you are in Klamath County, be sure to mark your calendar and plan to view this amazing spectacle.

Here are some additional tips for viewing the eclipse safely:

Never look directly at the sun, even during an eclipse. Use special eclipse glasses or a solar filter to protect your eyes.

Do not use binoculars or telescopes without a solar filter.

Find a safe location to view the eclipse. Avoid looking at the sun through windows or other objects that could magnify the light.

We hope this blog post helps you plan your eclipse viewing experience in Klamath County.