Klamath Falls Earns Tree City USA Recognition for 23rd Year
National honor highlights city’s long-standing commitment to urban forestry and sustainability
KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. — Klamath Falls has been recognized as a 2025 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day Foundation, honoring the city’s ongoing commitment to planting, maintaining, and supporting trees within the community.
The designation marks the 23rd year Klamath Falls has received the recognition, reflecting a long-standing investment in urban forestry and environmental stewardship.
The Tree City USA program recognizes cities and towns that demonstrate a strong dedication to managing and expanding their tree canopy, with a focus on improving livability, sustainability, and overall community health.
According to the Arbor Day Foundation, trees play a critical role in strengthening communities by improving air quality, reducing stormwater runoff, and helping mitigate the effects of urban heat. They can also reduce noise, increase property values, and lower energy costs when planted in appropriate locations.
To qualify for the recognition, communities must meet four core standards: maintaining a tree board or department, establishing a community tree ordinance, investing at least $2 per capita in urban forestry, and participating in an Arbor Day celebration.
“We all have a role to play in shaping our future and tree champions like Klamath Falls are leading the way,” said Michelle Saulnier, Vice President of Programs at the Arbor Day Foundation. “Trees are critical infrastructure, building resiliency and fostering good health in our nation’s cities.”
The Tree City USA program is operated in partnership with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service.
Cover image: Michael McCullough, Flickr
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