Lava Beds National Monument
Volcanic activity spewed forth molten rock and lava here creating an incredibly rugged landscape - a natural fortress used by the Indians in the Modoc Indian War in 1872-73.

Sierra Plumas Eureka State Park
"Plumas" (as it is commonly known by State Park folks and visitors alike) has something for everyone! It provides a bit of California's history, scenic beauty and many recreational opportunities. Gold was discovered on the east side of Eureka Peak in 1851 and eventually led to 62 miles of shafts.

McArthur Burney Falls State Park
The 129-foot Burney Falls is not the highest or largest waterfall in the state, but is possibly the most beautiful. The park offers a "Watchable Wildlife Site" and the Pacific Crest Trail passes through.

Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge
The nation's first waterfowl refuge with 53,598 acres of water, marsh, agricultural crops and uplands. Nearly 1 million waterfowl using the combined areas of Lower Klamath and Tule Lake as a major production area during fall migration.

Lassen Volcanic National Park
An active volcanic landscape that includes the four types of volcanoes known to exist on Earth. Active volcanic features within the park include hot springs, steaming fumaroles, mud pots and sulfurous vents.