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.
Explorer the history of the American West with a stay at the Best Western Trailside Inn in Alturas.
Nearby you will find preserved famous pioneer structures, tailings of old gold and silver mines,
and the western outdoor recreation adventures.
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.
Lakeview Lodge Resort - Lakeview OR
301 North G Street, Lakeview, OR 97630;
Location: Corner of US-395 and SR-140;
Located in south central Oregon at the juncture of Hwy 395 and SR 140, an easy days drive from the casinos in Reno,
or recreational opportunities of the Klamath Falls/Geerhart Wilderness area. The Lakeview Lodge Motel,
a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, is conveniently located near other area attractions that include the Warner Ski Area,
Lakeridge Golf Course, Lakeview County Museum, and Show House Theatre.
Alturas California RV Resorts Camping and Recreational Vehicle Facilities:
Likely Place RV & Golf Resort - 30 miles south of Alturas
Sully's RV Resort - Alturas CA -
Nifty RV Park Resort - Alturas CA -
A large shallow lake located across the state border of Oregon and Northeastern California.
Goose Lake attracts wildlife watchers, campers and boaters. It is habitat to many flora and fauna including a large herd of mule deer.
Goose lake was the site of California Rangers Army Camp in 1866.
Lava Beds National Monument This region has witnessed many violent volcanic eruptions over the last half-million years.
Many diverse and fascinating volcanic features now mark the landscape.
Park features include more than 700 caves, Native American rock art sites,
and historic battlefields. An exciting California high desert adventure.
Modoc National Forest Much of California's remote northeastern corner is included in the Modoc National Forest.
There are many mountains, lakes, meadows and significant wetlands here. The area
is also rich in wildlife and geological formations.
Popular activies include hiking, equestrian trails, fishing and cross-country skiing.
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.
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
California Desert Adventure -
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Explorer the history of the American West with a stay at the Best Western Trailside Inn in Alturas.
Nearby you will find preserved famous pioneer structures, tailings of old gold and silver mines,
and the western outdoor recreation adventures.
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.
