Welcome to Alturas

Alturas (Pop 2900) was founded on the sight of an ancient indian village and is the only incorporated city in Modoc County and is an important trade center for regional agriculture operations.

Local Attractions:
Check out the local adventure opportunities: .4 mile(s) from The Niles Theatre, one show at 7:30 p.m. Thursday to Sunday * .5 mile(s) from Alturas City Park and Museum * .5 mile(s) from Modoc County Museum * 1 mile(s) from Lassen University * 1.5 mile(s) from Arrowhead Golf Course * 2 mile(s) from Rachael Doris Park * 3 mile(s) from Devils Garden * 5 mile(s) from Modoc Wildlife Reserve * 16 mile(s) from Infernal Caverns * 20 mile(s) from Cedar Pass Snow-Park * 50 mile(s) from Captain Jack Stronghold

Alturas Super 8 Motel 511 North Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101; Location: Corner of US-395 and 5th Street; This AAA approved Alturas Travel Hotel features great amenities such as their Superstart Breakfast, high speed wireless and wired internet access, microwaves, refrigerators, hairdryers, cable TV w/HBO, ESPN, suites available.

Modoc County Historical Museum
600 So Main Street, Alturas, CA 96101; 530-233-2944; Museum Website;
Many exhibits related to local history that includes an interest specimens from the Native Americans and historic pieces of firearms dating from the 15th century to World War II. Historic steam railroad engine stands outside.

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge
P.O. Box 1610, Alturas, CA 96101; 530-233-3572; FWS Website;
Location: Immediately southeast of Alturas at the confluence of the north and south forks of the Pit River;
Fed by snowmelt from the Warner Mountains, the Pit River creates an oasis for wildlife in the high desert of northeastern California. The 7,000 acre refuge was established in 1961 to manage and protect migratory waterfowl. Funds available from the Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act helped purchase this refuge. One in a chain of National wildlife refuges along the Pacific Flyway extending from Alaska to Mexico, this spot is an important resting and feeding area for migratory birds. Several habitat types are represented: freshwater lakes and ponds, farmland and irrigated meadows, sagebrush upland and riparian corridors. In addition to the migratory bird populations, these diverse habitats support a wide range of other wildlife.

Calendar of Major Events
Don't missing these local events:
Modoc District Fair - AUG
Fandango Days - [Early July] Alturas
Tule Lake / Butte Valley Fair [1st Weekend after Labor Day]

Alturas Civic Groups:

City of Alturas California
Alturas Chamber of Commerce