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.
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2026-2027 Waterfowl Hunting Season Updates & Reminders

At Grandma Tract only Pond 10 and Pond 8 have water. 

All hunters must check-in and check-out of the Refuge by use of the self-service permit cards located at the kiosks in the designated hunt parking areas. Everyone must check themselves in, so NO RUNNERS are allowed. 

Access to the hunt areas is by foot and non-motorized cart only. There are NO BICYCLES allowed in the hunt areas. 

All decoys, trash (including spent shotshells), and other personal property must be removed from the Refuge at the close of each hunt day. PLEASE DON'T LITTER.

Visit Us

Kids and families walk along wetlands trail of Modoc NWR.
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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

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      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.
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      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 Westside Hunt Regulations and Map
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      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.

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      Grandma Tract Hunt Regulations and Map
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      Grandma Tract Hunt Regulations and Map

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

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      Modoc NWR's ADA Hunt Blind Locations Map
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      Modoc NWR's ADA Hunt Blind Locations Map

      This is a map that shows Modoc NWR's ADA hunt blind locations. There are 3 ADA hunt blinds available. 

      The blinds are numbered south to north, with the southernmost blind as #1 and the northernmost blind as #3. 

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      Get Involved

      FWS staff works with students to plant a tree at Modoc NWR.
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      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.