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Fitzhugh Creek Wildlife Area

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Description

The approximately 2,100-acre Fitzhugh Creek Wildlife Area provides public access for hunting and fishing on excellent wetland, riparian, and riverine habitat. The area provides important winter and summer range for deer and antelope, as well as habitat for the Modoc sucker. Typical species which can be seen here include songbirds, upland game birds, and birds of prey. The property was designated as a wildlife area by the Fish and Game Commission in 2004.

For more information, call the Northern Region Redding office at (530) 225-2300.

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Location

Northern Region (Region 1)

Modoc County

8 miles east of Highway 395, southeast of Alturas

Directions: Highway 395 south of Alturas to Parker Creek Road (County Road 56) to Road 57 to Pine Creek Boulevard, past Pine Creek Wildlife Area.

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Recreational Opportunities

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Activities: trout fishing, wildlife viewing, birdwatching, and hunting

Very rough 5 miles of road can only be accessed by 4 wheel drive. Locked gate at entrance to wildlife area permits only foot access.

Hunting: Deer and upland game may be present.

Type C: Fitzhugh Creek 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

NOTE: Visitors are responsible for knowing and complying with all regulations pertaining to the use of Department lands.

Refer to the Public Uses on State and Federal Lands section of the Waterfowl, Upland Game, and Public Use Regulations (PDF) booklet for both statewide and property-specific regulations.

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You may not operate a drone on CDFW Lands without a Special Use Permit.

Wildlife Branch - Lands Program
Mailing: P.O. Box 944209, Sacramento, CA 94244-2090