Fed by snowmelt from the Warner Mountains, the Pit River creates a 7,000 acre oasis for wildlife in the high desert of northeastern California -- Modoc National Wildlife Refuge.
This is Modoc NWR's Migratory Bird Day 2026 event flyer. The event is on October 10th from 10am to 3pm at 5364 County Road 115 Alturas, CA 96101. Join us in celebrating migratory bird day by experiencing your national wildlife refuge with a day full of birding, exploration, and activities. Come learn all about wetlands and conservation. For all ages! If you have questions call 530-233-3572.
Join us for World Migratory Bird Day 2026!

Modoc National Wildlife Refuge is hosting a fall world migratory bird day event on October 10, 2026. This event will take place from 10am to 3pm at Modoc NWR, along the Refuge auto-tour route, ending at the Visitors Center. 

There will be three stations along the route. Each will have fascinating information to learn and a fun activity to do. If the weather is bad, the stations will all be located near the Visitors Center. Please come join us for a fun day of environmental excitement. The topics include migratory birds, insects, & you, wetland management & citizen science, and hunting, banding, & conservation. The activities include our BirdSleuth Explorer's Guidebook, migratory bird trivia, and bird mask making. You can even get added to our Bird Buddy Hall of Fame!

When: October 10, 2026 from 10 AM- 3 PM

Where: 5364 County Road 115, Alturas, CA 96101

Visit Us

Take advantage of the recreational opportunities provided by the National Wildlife Refuge System. Come visit us at the Modoc NWR!

Location and Contact Information

      What We Do

      The Modoc NWR protects water for wildlife, enhances habitat, and engages the public in wetland conservation.

      Our Organization

      A bright blue sky obstructed by fluffy white clouds reflected off of a stream shot from inside a kayak
      The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service manages an unparalleled network of public lands and waters called the National Wildlife Refuge System. With more than 570 refuges spanning the country, this system protects iconic species and provides some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities on Earth.

      Our Species

      At the Modoc NWR, you can find a variety of wildlife including the Sandhill Crane, Snow Goose, Tundra Swan, Otter, and more!

      Our Library

      Explore documents related to refuge habitat, recreational opportunities, surveys and more.

      Modoc NWR's Migratory Bird Day 2026 Flyer

      This is Modoc NWR's Migratory Bird Day 2026 event flyer. The event is on Saturday, October 10th from 10am to 3pm at 5364 County Road 115 Alturas, CA 96101. Join us in celebrating migratory bird day by experiencing your national wildlife refuge with a day full of birding, exploration, and...

      Modoc NWR Westside Hunt Regulations and Map

      This document includes the Modoc NWR westside hunt regulations as well as a map of the westside hunting area. 

      The ADA hunt blinds on the westside hunt map are numbered south to north, with the southernmost blind as #1 and the northernmost blind as #3.

      Grandma Tract Hunt Regulations and Map

      This document includes hunting regulations and a hunt unit map for the Grandma Tract at Modoc NWR.

      Get Involved

      Modoc NWR has many opportunities for volunteers and partners in wildlife, habitat and visitor use projects. 

      Projects and Research

      Learn more about research and projects at Modoc NWR.