South Warner Wilderness CA — Modoc National Forest, Alturas CA dispersed campsite
US Forest ServiceFree

South Warner Wilderness CA

Modoc National Forest, Alturas CA, California6,700 ft🗓 Jul-Sep

About this site

Modoc NF trail camp in the South Warner Wilderness. Remote plateau at 9000 ft in far northeastern California.

Peak season temperatures

78°F
Avg high
51°F
Avg low

Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.

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Wildlife in the area

Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.

BuffleheadAmerican Black BearDomestic CattleDark-eyed JuncoClark's NutcrackerBrewer's SparrowSteller's JayOlive-sided Flycatcher

Activities

BackpackingFishingWildlife watching

Amenities

Fire ring

Site types

Tent

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Quick facts

Land manager
US Forest Service
Fee
Free — no reservation
Season
Jul-Sep
Stay limit
14 days
Elevation
6,700 ft
Peak temps
51°–78°F
Rating
4.7
Coordinates
41.2534, -120.2534
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