Where is Altamont, Oregon, USA?

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Where is Altamont Located? - Altamont is a city located in the Daviess County of Oregon, United States. Altamont lies between 42.4701 Degrees North latitudes and 122.5745 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Altamont?: The Google Map showing the location of Altamont in the U.S. state of Oregon.

Where is Altamont Located?

Altamont is a city located in Kootenai County of Oregon, United States. Altamont lies at approximately 42.4701 Degrees North latitude and 122.5745 Degrees West longitude. According to the 2020 U.S. Census, the population of Altamont is 20,233 people and the city has a total area of 8.11 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Altamont, Oregon Quick Facts

FactDetails
CommunityAltamont
CountyKlamath County
StateOregon
CountryUnited States
RegionSouth-Central Oregon
Latitude42.1979° N
Longitude121.7376° W
Elevation4,157 ft (1,267 m)
Land Area1.9 sq mi
Water Area0.0 sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi
Population (Census 2020)19,257
Population DensityApproximately 10,135 per sq mi
ZIP Code97603
Area Code541, 458
Time Zone StandardPacific Time (UTC-8)
Time Zone DaylightPacific Daylight Time (UTC-7)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
Census DesignationCensus-Designated Place (CDP)

Nearby Cities and Communities to Altamont, Oregon

  • Klamath Falls, Oregon - 2 mi West
  • Southview, Oregon - 3 mi South
  • Midland, Oregon - 6 mi South
  • Shady Pine, Oregon - 7 mi Southeast
  • Merrill, Oregon - 18 mi South
  • Malin, Oregon - 27 mi South
  • Chiloquin, Oregon - 29 mi North
  • Beatty, Oregon - 45 mi Northeast
  • Lakeview, Oregon - 95 mi East
  • Medford, Oregon - 78 mi West

Altamont, Oregon Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Precipitation (in)
January40221.7
April59311.1
July85490.4
October64350.9
Annual623513.5
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)BSk - Cold Semi-Arid
Annual PrecipitationApproximately 13.5 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 250 days
Winter Weather RiskModerate Snow and Freezing Conditions
Average SnowfallApproximately 35 inches annually

Driving Distances from Altamont, Oregon

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Klamath FallsOregon25 min
MidlandOregon610 min
MerrillOregon1820 min
MalinOregon2730 min
ChiloquinOregon2935 min
BeattyOregon4550 min
MedfordOregon781 hr 30 min
LakeviewOregon951 hr 45 min
YrekaCalifornia651 hr 10 min
AshlandOregon701 hr 20 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Altamont, Oregon

Nearest AirportCrater Lake-Klamath Regional Airport
IATA CodeLMT
Major HighwaysOregon Route 39, Oregon Route 140, US Highway 97 Nearby
Rail ServiceAmtrak Station Nearby in Klamath Falls
Public TransitBasin Transit Service
  • Altamont is directly connected to Klamath Falls and surrounding communities through local highways.
  • US Highway 97 provides access to Bend, California and other regional destinations.
  • Amtrak's Coast Starlight service is available from nearby Klamath Falls.
  • Crater Lake-Klamath Regional Airport serves regional aviation needs.
  • The community is an important residential area within the Klamath Falls urban region.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Altamont, Oregon

Landmark NameType
Moore ParkCommunity Park
Upper Klamath LakeNatural Attraction
Favell MuseumMuseum
OC&E Woods Line State TrailRecreation Trail
Klamath County MuseumHistory Museum
Running Y Ranch ResortResort Area
Crater Lake National Park RegionNearby Attraction
Link River TrailOutdoor Recreation Area
Wiard ParkCommunity Park
Sky Lakes Wilderness AreaNature Area

Colleges and Universities Near Altamont, Oregon

Institution NameTypeDistanceNotable For
Oregon Institute of TechnologyPublic University3 miEngineering and applied sciences
Klamath Community CollegeCommunity College7 miCareer and technical education
Southern Oregon UniversityPublic University70 miLiberal arts and business programs
College of the SiskiyousCommunity College68 miTransfer and workforce programs
Rogue Community CollegeCommunity College78 miCareer education and training

Waterbodies in and Near Altamont, Oregon

Upper Klamath Lake, Link River, Lost River, Klamath River, Lake Ewauna, Miller Creek, Sevenmile Creek, Agency Lake, Spring Creek, Williamson River

Golf Courses in and Near Altamont, Oregon

Running Y Ranch Golf Course, Reames Golf and Country Club, Harbor Links Golf Course, Shield Crest Golf Course, Eagle Point Golf Club, Quail Point Golf Course, Centennial Golf Club, Rogue Valley Country Club

Altamont, Oregon - Key Historical Facts

  • Altamont developed as a residential community adjacent to Klamath Falls during the twentieth century.
  • The area's growth was closely linked to the agricultural, timber and transportation industries of the Klamath Basin.
  • Railroad development and regional irrigation projects helped support economic expansion.
  • Residential neighborhoods expanded significantly after World War II.
  • Its proximity to Oregon Institute of Technology contributed to local development and population growth.
  • Today, Altamont serves as a major suburban community within the Klamath Falls metropolitan area.

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