Alturas

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Alturas is the county seat of Modoc County, California. The population of Alturas was 2,715 at the 2020 census. Alturas is located at the confluence of the south and north forks of the Pit River, east of the center of Modoc County, at an elevation of 4,370 feet. As the county seat, the town is a home to regional government offices, including a California Highway Patrol office and a state Department of Motor Vehicles office. ()

Alternative names: Population: 2.6 thous.Area: 2.85 mi²Coordinates: 41°29'23"N, 120°32'31"W

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Nearby attractions include: Modoc National Wildlife Refuge.

2.5 miSE
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Modoc National Wildlife Refuge
63 min walk • The diverse habitats within the refuge, including marshes, grasslands, and open water, provide a sanctuary for a wide variety of bird species. Birdwatchers can spot a multitude of migratory and resident birds, including waterfowl, raptors, and songbirds.