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Altamont, OR

Altamont is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community in Klamath County, Oregon, United States, southeast of Klamath Falls. All mailing addresses in Altamont are Klamath Falls addresses, although Altamont is outside of the city limits of Klamath Falls.

Altamont may have been named after a locally famous trotting horse named Altamont, by a prominent local horseman, Jay Beach. An Altamont post office was in operation from 1895 to 1902.

Altamont is located in southern Klamath County at 4,144 feet (1,263 m) above sea level. It is bordered to the north and west by the city of Klamath Falls, the county seat. Oregon Route 39 passes through the center of the community as South 6th Street and the Crater Lake Parkway, while Oregon Route 140 (Southside Expressway) runs along the southern edge of the community. OR 39 leads northwest into Klamath Falls and southeast 21 miles (34 km) to the California border at Hatfield, while OR 140 leads east 93 miles (150 km) to Lakeview and west 72 miles (116 km) to White City near Medford. According to the United States Census Bureau, the Altamont CDP has a total area of 8.1 square miles (21.0 km²), all land.

Altamont places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Sky Lakes Medical Center is a cornerstone of healthcare services, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical care. Start with a workout at Snap Fitness Altamont, which provides state-of-the-art fitness equipment and classes (Snap Fitness Altamont). For a more holistic approach, visit RISE Modern Wellness for yoga, meditation, and wellness workshops. Altamont Park offers trails for walking and jogging in a scenic environment. CrossFit A.P.E is ideal for high-intensity fitness training and group workouts. Klamath Falls YMCA provides a range of activities from swimming to fitness classes. For those seeking mental health support, Klamath Basin Behavioral Health offers counseling and mental health services

Top Sites in Altamont, OR are Collier Memorial State Park, Favell Museum, Crater Lake National Park

Population: 20,345 (2022). ZIP Code: 97603. Area codes: 458, 541. Elevation: 4,144 ft (1,263 m). Area: 8.08 sq mi (20.93 km²).

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How did Altamont, OR get its name?

Altamont may have been named after a locally famous trotting horse named Altamont, by a prominent local horseman, Jay Beach. An Altamont post office was in operation from 1895 to 1902. Altamont is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community in Klamath County, Oregon, United States, southeast of Klamath Falls. According to the United States Census Bureau, the Altamont CDP has a total area of 8.1 square miles (21.0 km²), all land.

What county is Altamont, OR?

Altamont is a census-designated place (CDP) and unincorporated community in Klamath County, Oregon, United States, southeast of Klamath Falls. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 19,257. All mailing addresses in Altamont are Klamath Falls addresses, although Altamont is outside of the city limits of Klamath Falls.

Is Altamont, OR a good place to live?

Altamont is in Klamath County. Living in Altamont offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Altamont, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families live in Altamont and residents tend to be conservative.

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Wikipedia

Klamath County

Niche

City of Klamath Falls

Collier Memorial State Park

Favell Museum

Crater Lake National Park

Sky Lakes Medical Center

Snap Fitness Altamont

RISE Modern Wellness

Altamont Park

CrossFit A.P.E

Klamath Falls YMCA

Klamath Basin Behavioral Health

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