Adventure like a local in PLUMAS COUNTY!

Vacation opportunities in Plumas County are rich and varied - you’ll find everything from state parks and stunning lakes to vibrant fall color. We have put together some of our favorite sites for a day that encapsulates the best that Plumas County has to offer.

1 Start your day at the crystal-clear blue waters of Lake Almanor. The lake is a destination for many outdoor recreational opportunities and is one of the prettiest lakes in the Northern California region. Grab a morning coffee and fresh baked treat at one of the cafes around the lake. After breakfast, perhaps a horseback ride on the lakeshore, or a round of golf at one of the many pristine golf courses.

2 Your next stop is Plumas-Eureka State Park. The park has two lakes, trails for hiking and biking, a museum, and historic gold stamp mill. Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the region and learn about the days of the gold rush!

3 If you are a train buff, the Western Pacific Railroad Museum in Portola is not to be missed. With over 100 locomotives and cars, and an expansive collection of railroad equipment and artifacts, they offer a handson experience in an authentic railroad facility.

4 Or spend a whole day exploring Lassen Volcanic National Park with boiling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, hiking trails, lakes, and unsurpassed scenery.

5 Finish your day by checking in to one of the lodging options in Chester, only 15-minutes from the south entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park. Or head to historic Quincy for an overnight in one of the quaint lodging options with shopping and dining within a leisurely stroll - the perfect place to grab dinner at the end of your Plumas adventure.

For additional itinerary ideas visit www.UpStateCA.com/itineraries