Notable viewpoint · Siskiyou, California

Close Butte

Close Butte is a viewpoint in Siskiyou, California.

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Close Butte: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Close Butte

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

Visiting Close Butte: tips

  • Go at sunrise or sunset for the best light; carry a warm layer.

How to reach Close Butte — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 42.00209, -122.33613. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Close Butte?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Close Butte?

    Nearby: Copco Lake (lake, 5 km), Soda Mountain Wilderness (sanctuary, 15 km), Boccard Point (viewpoint, 17 km), Chinquapin Mountain (viewpoint, 23 km), Pilot Rock (viewpoint, 24 km), Green Springs Mountain (viewpoint, 26 km).

    Is Close Butte worth visiting?

    Close Butte is listed as a notable viewpoint in California on Spotwander.