PLUMAS COUNTY BRILLIANT FALL COLORS, LAKE-VIEW GOLF, RUGGED CANYONS
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lumas County is a world apart, with rugged canyons, glassy lakes, picturesque meadows, mountain resorts, and star-filled skies. Take Quincy for example, with its beauty, solitude, and an unhurried pace, all while offering recreation and relaxation throughout the four seasons. This unique area, where the Sierra Nevada and Cascade mountain ranges meet, boasts dozens of lakes, thousands of miles of rivers and streams, and over a million acres of national forest. offers the kind of peaceful relaxation and As the county seat, Quincy is a commercial untouched natural beauty that is difficult to find center, home to museums, shopping, and in the modern, hurried world. a number of lodging options, offering an excellent opportunity for mountain vacationers. It’s not all outdoor recreation: dozens of events, Beautiful Bucks Lake and La Porte are a short fascinating museums, and scenic drives offer drive away: Bucks Lake is a popular spot for plenty to do year-round in Plumas County. fishing and hunting as well as an excellent Greenville Historic Main Street exemplifies winter retreat for cross-country skiers and the charm of Western American towns, and snowmobilers, and La Porte attracts visitors for former saloons and bordellos are being camping, fishing, swimming, and winter sports refurbished into modern day stores of finery activities. and fashion. Plumas is one of only two counties The Chester/Lake Almanor Basin is a renowned recreational paradise. The city of Chester, adjacent to Lassen Volcanic National Park, offers a wide variety of lodging - some of the closest available to the park - which makes it the perfect choice for a cozy “home base” for parkgoers. The Warner Valley portion of the park, including Drakesbad Guest Ranch, is accessible from Chester, and serves as the only overnight accommodations within the park. This secluded resort overlooks a serene alpine meadow setting with comfortable cabins & bungalows. Likewise, the resorts of Lake Almanor provide ideal accommodations for an old-fashioned summer family vacation. The lake is the largest and most popular in Plumas County, and affords year-round fishing, several championship golf courses and, in the summer, various water sports activities. Indian Valley, located between Lake Almanor and Quincy, was originally the home of the mountain Maidu people and proudly retains its historical heritage. The Blairsden/Graeagle/Portola area has gained prominence in recent years as a planned residential center for vacationers and retirees. Eastern Plumas County has six pristine golf courses, several stables, and, in nearby Portola, the world-renowned Portola Railroad Museum. Lake Davis and Frenchman Reservoir, two popular trout fishing lakes, are also accessible here. This rural mountain retreat
in California participating in the National Barn Quilt Trail, with barn quilts all over the county, most notably in Indian Valley. Barn quilts are painted wood or metal, hung or freestanding on the outsides of barns, fences, garages, and businesses. The barn quilt tradition is celebrated every October with a county wide driving tour. Consider seeing the best of this region from a two-wheeled perspective: a myriad of bicycle rides throughout the county draw hundreds of participants. Ride through the winding country roads, past lakes and streams, and gradual climbs up the mountain. Beat your personal best in Indian Valley’s Running With The Bears Marathon—a Boston Marathon qualifying race. One of the best-kept secrets of Plumas County is the clear blue waters of Lake Almanor and its stunning views of Mt. Lassen. Lake Almanor itself is a destination for many outdoor recreational opportunities and is one of the prettiest lakes in the Northern California region. Boat docks, boat rentals, and other watercraft can be reserved for week-long excursions. Whether you are looking for a quiet vacation, a spot to retire, or to experience a natural adventure, Plumas County is your ideal destination. For further information contact ShastaCascade Wonderland Association at 530-365-7500 or www.UpStateCA.com.
Mount Hough Trail Photo: Courtesy Yuba Expeditions PLUMAS COUNTY
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