Modoc National Forest

Recreational Activities

Welcome to the Modoc National Forest, a land of contrasts and unspoiled vacation-hideaway settings Nestled in the extreme northeastern corner of California, The Modoc National Forest mountains, pine forests and meadows, lakes, streams, rugged canyons, wetlands, lava beds and high desert plateaus. The Modoc offers you beautiful scenery, varied terrain, abundant wildlife and a memorable visitor experience.

Snow Storms restrict access in elevations above 5,000 Feet - Campground water systems turned off for season -

On October 17-19 a snow storm dumped about 12-18 inches of snow in the Medicine Lake Highlands restricting access and forcing early turn off of the water system. Water systems have been turned off in all developed campgrounds except Howard's Gulch which will be turned off by the end of the month.

Safety

Whether you're roughing it in a tent or planning a family outing to a national forest, there are many ways to make sure your experience is fun and safe.

Consider the following safety tips when you visit a national forest or national grassland.

Emigrant Trails Scenic Byway

As As a result of a united community effort supported by a Grant from the Forest Service, the Forest Service designated the Emigrant Trails Scenic Byway.

Links to Recreation Activities

• Auto Tour
• Bird Watching
• Boating
• Camping
• Emigrant Trails Scenic Byway
• Fishing
• HangGliding
• Hiking
• Horseback
• Hunting
• Modoc Back Country Discovery Trail (MBCDT)
• Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway
• Off Road Vehicles (OHV)
• Mountain Biking
• Picnicking and Day Use
• Points of Interest
• RAP Camp Information
• River Center
• Rock Collecting
• Trails
• Watchable Wildlife
• Wild Horse Viewing
• Wilderness, South Warner
• Winter Sports
• Rainbow Gathering