Area Information

Modoc County, California was created in February 17, 1874, from the eastern section of Siskiyou County. It was first purposed to name the new county "Canby" for General who lost his life in the Modoc Indian War. There were many objections and it was finally named Modoc a land which the Indians called "The Smiles of God". In case you’re not familiar with where we are, we’re in Northeastern California. In Modoc County, the last frontier in California; unspoiled, unpolluted and uncrowded. The elevation of Modoc County varies from 4,000 ft. (valley floor) to 10,000 ft. The annual precipitation averages 17 inches.

There are several community & service clubs and organizations: Elks, Rotary, Arts Council, Toastmasters, & youth organizations - to name a few. What we don’t have are malls, traffic lights, gridlock, freeways or gangs. The surrounding towns of Adin, Canby, Cedarville, Davis Creek, Eagleville, Ft. Bidwell, Lake City, Likely, Lookout, New Pine Creek, & Newell make up the community of Modoc County. These small rural communities, also offer many of the services listed above. Our small towns afford a community spirit (which is) lacking in many of the larger urban and suburban areas. It is nice to know your neighbor & have a friendly wave from folks passing by. There are 255 miles of trout streams and over 2,329 lakes & reservoirs containing trophy size Rainbow and Brown Trout in Modoc. A 6,000 acre National Wildlife Refuge is located near Alturas, providing improved habitat for migrating fowl and other wildlife. 1,425,000 acres of land comprising most of the Modoc National Forest lie within Modoc County and this area offers 2,925 miles of forest roads and hundreds of miles of trails for exploration and enjoyment. If you enjoy any outdoor recreation, Modoc is a giant playground. We are horseback enthusiasts and the trails throughout the Warner Mountain Range and Modoc National Forest are spectacular. Opportunities are abundant for those who like to fish and hunt. Furthermore, those who choose to watch and enjoy the scenery, on any give day you may see mustangs, mule deer, antelope, elk, geese, duck, grouse, quail and bald eagles. Actually, I can’t do our area justice with this description, you must see and experience Modoc County for yourselves.

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