U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest

U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest The U.S. Forest Service page is a combined effort of the National Forest Foundation and the USDA Forest Service

The National Forest Foundation, chartered by Congress, engages Americans in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System, administers private gifts of funds and land for the benefit of the National Forests. http://www.nationalforests.org/

The Forest Service manages a system of 155 national forests, 20 national grasslands, and 222 research and experimental forests, as well as other special areas, covering more than 192 million acres of public land. The Forest Service has evolved into a 30,000 employee agency that manages the national forests for a number of multiple uses, including recreation, timber, wilderness, minerals, water, grazing, fish, and wildlife. Our Social Media Comment Policy is found at: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/usda-comment-policy

⚠️ Medicine Lake Recreation Area Campground NoticeThe Medicine Lake Recreation Area campgrounds are closed from Septembe...
10/01/2026

⚠️ Medicine Lake Recreation Area Campground Notice
The Medicine Lake Recreation Area campgrounds are closed from September 28 and will reopen on October 2.
Due to winterization for the fall season, the following changes are now in effect:
• Access: All sites are strictly first-come, first-served.
• Water & Trash: Water has been shut off and trash services are suspended for the winter. The Dumpstation remains closed for the season
• Restrooms: Vault toilets will remain open.
Important Campfire & Safety Restrictions:
• Pack It In, Pack It Out: Please camp responsibly and take all of your garbage with you.
• Fire Safety: Ensure all campfires are completely extinguished before leaving. The forest remains very dry.
• Schonchin Springs: Campfires are strictly prohibited in Schonchin Springs due to a total lack of water. This ban includes charcoal and all other open flames—only cook stoves are permitted.

⚠️Fire Restrictions will be lifted at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27, on the Modoc National Forest. 🍂With Fall here, and...
09/24/2026

⚠️Fire Restrictions will be lifted at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27, on the Modoc National Forest. 🍂With Fall here, and cooler weather conditions, this means forest visitors on the forest may once again have campfires outside of developed campgrounds and recreation sites, although California campfire permits are still required.
To obtain your free California Campfire Permit, visit https://www.readyforwildfire.org/permits

Conditions still remain dry on the U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest and fire danger still exisits. Please continue to do your part to help prevent wildfires. Assure that your campfires are out before you leave them, and if you are towing remember to secure your chains before heading out.

There is always more to discover on the U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest https://www.fs.usda.gov/r05/modoc

09/23/2026

A HUGE thank you to Angel Lake - State Farm Agent for once again providing Fire Prevention Week materials for students across Modoc County!

This year's national theme is "Charge Into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower," focused on safe habits around charging our everyday devices. Some of our amazing Fire Prevention Week partners stopped by to pick up this year's supplies and say thank you in person. Thanks to State Farm's generous support, students at our participating schools will go home with fire safety materials, activities, and information.

We can't wait to bring these activities to Modoc County schools October 5–9!

⚠️⛺️🌲— Important Recreation Area Information: Medicine Lake Recreation Area- Please be advised that the Medicine Lake Ca...
09/14/2026

⚠️⛺️🌲— Important Recreation Area Information: Medicine Lake Recreation Area-
Please be advised that the Medicine Lake Campground Loops on the U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest will be closed for at least four days beginning September 28th. This closure is necessary for insecticide treatment to address the Mountain Pine Beetle issue in the recreation area. Updates for the precise length of area closure, can be attained by contacting the Modoc National Forest Supervisor’s Office at 530-233-5811 visiting our recreation information on the forest Web page and by visiting our forest page. Please note that the day use and boat launch areas will remain open. Dispersed camping is available at Blanche, Bullseye, and Paynes Springs, as well as other dispersed sites outside of the Medicine Lake campground loops.
The closure is crucial due to increased levels of lodgepole pine mortality caused by the pine beetle over the past five years. This has led to the loss of forest canopy, an increase in hazardous dead trees, a decrease in aesthetic values and wildlife habitat within the campgrounds. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us preserve the natural beauty of the area.

09/14/2026

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We had such a wonderful week at the Tulelake Butte Valley Fair , and Smokey absolutely loved meeting all his amazing par...
09/14/2026

We had such a wonderful week at the Tulelake Butte Valley Fair , and Smokey absolutely loved meeting all his amazing partners, k-9 buddy & friends both young and old! 🎡🐻🐾👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨
Modoc County Sheriff's Office
U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest

Heads up! Starting Monday, September 14th, we’ll be resurfacing the 30 road from Rainbow Mine north to the Lassen Creek ...
09/11/2026

Heads up! Starting Monday, September 14th, we’ll be resurfacing the 30 road from Rainbow Mine north to the Lassen Creek Campground bridge on the U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest. Expect traffic control with 15–30 minute delays while crews are working. We anticipate finishing up the work by Wednesday, September 16th. 🚧⚠️🛣️
If you're traveling through the area:
➡️ Plan ahead and allow travel time
➡️ Slow down and stay alert in the work zone
➡️ Watch for construction crews and equipment

Hey everyone! Come join us at the Tulelake Butte Valley Fair to test your Smokey Bear knowledge and ask us all your ques...
09/10/2026

Hey everyone! Come join us at the Tulelake Butte Valley Fair to test your Smokey Bear knowledge and ask us all your questions about the U.S. Forest Service-Modoc National Forest—we’re here all weekend! 🐻🌲✨

Photo courtesy of Isaac Gansberg District Ranger

Medicine Lake Recreation Area Dump Station Temporary Closure Due to some plumbing issues the Medicine Lake dump station ...
09/09/2026

Medicine Lake Recreation Area Dump Station Temporary Closure

Due to some plumbing issues the Medicine Lake dump station will be closed until further notice. Maintenance crews are actively working to resolve the issue and restore service as quickly as possible.

Updates regarding the reopening will be posted on Recreation.gov, the Modoc National Forest website, and our official social media channels. We appreciate your patience and cooperation.

09/03/2026

Our GS-11/12 public affairs/partnerships group lead as well as our GS-6/7 east zone support service specialist position are advertised now! These vacancies are open to the public through Sept 9. Please spread the word widely. Modoc recruits will need to make sure and check our appropriate local duty stations.
Thank you!

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/883307600

https://www.usajobs.gov/job/883087900

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225 West 8th Street
Alturas, CA
96101

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+15302335811

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