쉬운 모독 카운티 하이킹 및 워킹 코스

Bring the camera and binoculars to spot the many species of birds that take up temporary residence in the busy wetlands. Snowy egrets, tricolored blackbirds, and American pelicans are among the FWS Focus species this wildlife refuge is intended to protect.

Waterfowl flock to the Modoc National Wildlife Refuge on their long migrations. Sandhill Cranes visit in late February before the snow melts.

Photo blinds are stationed along the public route for patient photographers to capture candid shots of the diverse wildlife species that call this refuge home. In addition to the many species of waterfowl, visitors may glimpse mule deer and pronghorn antelope, weasels, otters, and hares.

The Modoc Chief Kintpuash (aka "Captain Jack") took advantage of the rough terrain natural rock formations here to stage a defensive fortification in his effort to hold off white settlers during the Modoc Wars of 1872 and 1873. There is also a trail junction here that shortens the loop significantly if you do not want to complete the entire hike.

Sentinel Cave connects all the way through from the upper entrance to a lower entrance. The main path through the cave is among the least challenging in the Lava Beds National Monument. Check in with rangers at the Visitor Center for a free permit before entering any of the caves in the park, and always follow their rules for caving safely and softly.

Hercules Leg Cave is one of the most challenging excursions in the park. Experienced cavers can travel through passages under 2.5 feet high to connect to an exit at Juniper Cave. Check in with rangers at the Visitor Center for a free permit before entering any of the caves in the park, and always follow their rules for caving safely and softly.

Sunshine Cave is a moderately challenging cave to explore, with rough paths and low ceilings. The cave gets its name from two collapsed roof sections that let in sunlight. Travel with a light anyway, that sunshine doesn't reach all the dark corners! Check in with rangers at the Visitor Center for a free permit before entering any of the caves in the park, and always follow their rules for caving safely and softly.

Hopkins Chocolate Cave is one of the most challenging caves in the park. There is one passage that is less than 3 feet high, and deeper areas of the cave require crawling. Explorer E.L. Hopkins named the cave for its rich brown lava formations that look like melted chocolate. Check in with rangers at the Visitor Center for a free permit before entering any of the caves in the park, and always follow their rules for caving safely and softly.