Overview
This wildlife area consists of approximately 5,600 acres of rolling hills, mostly of sagebrush and grasslands. The area was acquired to preserve winter range for the Bass Hill sub-herd of the Doyle deer herd. Coyotes, California and mountain quail, and golden eagles can also be seen here. The property was designated as a wildlife area by the Fish and Game Commission in 1977.
Location
Northern Region (Region 1)
Lassen County
6 miles southeast of Susanville, adjacent to Highway 395
Directions: From Highway 395, either Byers Pass Road, Sunnyside Road or Bass Hill Road.
Wildlife Area Contact: (530) 254-6644
Northern Region's Redding: (530) 225-2300
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Hunting: Big Game
Hunting: Small Game
Hunting: Upland Game Birds
Hunting: Deer, rabbit, waterfowl, quail, and dove may be present. The Egan Unit, located on the west side of Hwy 395, is open only for the use of shotguns, archery equipment or muzzle-loading weapons, for all hunting seasons.
Type C: Bass Hill Wildlife Area does not require the purchase of a hunting pass for entry. Entry permits and/or passes or special drawing may be required for hunting on some Type C wildlife areas.
Facilities: None
Area History
This wildlife area consists of approximately 5,600 acres of rolling hills, mostly of sagebrush and grasslands. The area was acquired to preserve winter range for the Bass Hill sub-herd of the Doyle deer herd. Coyotes, California and mountain quail, and golden eagles can also be seen here. The property was designated as a wildlife area by the Fish and Game Commission in 1977.
For more information, call the area at (530) 254-6644 or the Northern Region's Redding office at (530) 225-2300.