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Find out  about the Modoc NF and the local area.
Current Events
Modoc NF Woodcutting Policy Released
New juniper wood cutting policies have been established that are designed to protect both the unqiue ecosystem in the Modoc NF and the ability to take fuelwood from the forest. Click here for the details
Precribed Burn Plan
The 2008 Modoc NF Perscribed burn plan has been developed. Click here for the details
Snow Surveys Results Above Average The Adin Mountain (Sweagert Flat) snow survey was completed on March 31. Snow depth was 33.7 inches compared to the long-term average of 33.4 inches. Water content was 13.7 inches compared to the long-term average of 12.7 inches.
The Blue Lake Ranch snow survey was completed on April 1. Snow depth was 27.8 inches compared to the long-term average of 27.4 inches. Water content was 11.3 inches compared to the long-term average of 10.0 inches.
The Cedar Pass snow survey was completed on April 1. Snow depth was 46.1 inches compared to the long-term average of 44.1 inches. Water content was 13.8 inches compared to the long-term average of 16.5 inches.
Medicine Lake Road Closure EA - Decision
The Doublehead Ranger District has issued the Decision to implement a Forest Order that maintains the current road management signing and authorization that is published on on Forest Recreation Map and in the 1991 Forest Plan, and in an expired Forest Order. The order would list those roads as closed to public use the roads that are need for administration use only. Access to these roads would be by special permit or other authorization. All other roads would remain open for public use as currently administered, and travel off designated roads would be prohibited.
Medicine Lake EA Decision
Medicine Lake Road Closure Environmental Assessment
Medicine Lake Sample Legal Notice
Snowmobiling in the Medicine Lake Highlands Area 
All the snow you could want, and then some! Roads have been freshly plowed to Doorknob Snow park with approximately 3 ½ feet of snow by the warming hut.
On February 4, Lost Springs Loop was groomed. On February 7, the Medicine Lake Loop was groomed. Roads have been plowed to Chuck Best/Deer Mtn. Snowmobile Park, and 4 Corners, with 2’ of snow in both parking lots.
For updated information you can call the Doublehead Ranger District at 530-299-3215 Monday thru Friday 8 AM to 4:30 PM.
Use caution when riding and remember to keep to the right, this way you are on your side of the trail. More Outdoor travel tips
The Forest service has supplied fire wood for the warming hut and some of the rounds will need to be split to fit into the stove. You will need to furnish your own splitting maul to split the larger rounds.
Temporary Closure of Forest Roads
(Forest
Order 09-08-02) Local Forest Roads Are Not Plowed!
Local Forest Roads are not plowed. If roads are covered by snow, stop and turn around, it is wise not to use them. You could be stuck in an isolated area with no means of communications. If you travel on the Forest roads in winter insure you leave your travel plans with a trusted friend who will call the County Sheriff if you do not return on time., and carry water, food, warm clothes etc.
More Outdoor travel tips
 Route Designation / Travel Management
The travel management/route designation process is underway. The roads/trails inventory maps are ready for review by the public and the Forest is listening to hear about what sites and roads need to included in a proposed action.
Recreation Facilities Analysis
Recreation Facility Analysis is an analysis process, used nationally, to assist Forests in creating a sustainable program that aligns recreation sites with visitors' desires, expectations, and use. Recreation Facility Analysis helps ensure that recreation sites and facilities provide the appropriate mix of opportunities within the special characteristics of each Forest.
View the Modoc National Forest Draft Niche Statement
Sage Steppe Ecosystem Restoration Strategy (DEIS)
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