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 Modoc is considered the last frontier in California,
unspoiled, unpollutedand uncrowded. The elevation of the County ranges from 4,000 ft. (valley floor) to almost 10,000 ft. (the peak of the Warner Mountains).
The average annual precipitation is 16-18 inches. Modoc has four
distinct seasons; Summers are mild, 90 degrees is considered a heat wave. Fall brings
vibrant color changes to the native foliage and the duck, goose & crane migrations are
spectacular sights. Winters are cold but dry, with many sunny days, making it pleasant to
be outdoors. It will freeze, and we may (if we're lucky) get some snow. Spring in Modoc is
always a favorite of our family. |
| The county seat is the city of Alturas, the population is approximately
3,500+/-. Located central in the county, Alturas has all of the ancillary services and conveniences: i.e. a hospital, doctors, dentists, opticians, chiropractors, banks, a live/movie theater, shopping, restaurants, groceries, dry goods, hardware, lumber, electronics & etc. We don't have: malls, traffic lights, gridlock, freeways or gangs. |
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Approximately 90% of Modoc consists of National Forest, Wilderness
Preserve, Wildlife Refuges, State and B.L.M. Lands. With just under one million acres, Modoc National Forest is one of the Nations largest National Forest holdings. If you enjoy any outdoor recreation, Modoc is a giant playground available for you. |