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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
The trail begins along the Wildlife Loop Auto Tour Route, at a marked parking area with a couple spots.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
The mostly flat, paved trail winds through the grasses around a small pond within Modoc National Wildlife Refuge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
Despite the size of the wildlife refuge, this area is one of the few accessible to the public.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
The refuge is home to hundreds of species, and the easy walk encourages hikers to slow down and see what they can spot.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
A small bird blind sits beside a seasonal pond.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
Kaye Johnson Wildlife Loop Trail inside Modoc National Wildlife Refuge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
A variety of species can be viewed in this area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
The loop has a small spur that comes out along the larger Wildlife Loop, making the Kaye Johnson Trail an option as a through path for those hiking the larger loop.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
The area sits amidst the mountains near the town of Alturas.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
07/16/2025
Interpretive signage and benches along the trail.

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