2011-2012
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Western Nevada County Grass Valley Nevada City Penn Valley South County
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Welcome to Western Nevada County Welcome to Western Nevada County, where historic Gold Rush attractions co-exist with the charming towns of Nevada City, Grass Valley and Penn Valley. Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada, Nevada County offers great weather, natural beauty, and a relaxed lifestyle. The county is noted for many wonderful attributes in addition to its Gold Rush lore. Residents and visitors alike enjoy its mountain trails and scenic rivers, award-winning Demographics restaurants, quality theater proPopulation: 98,718 ductions, museums, art galleries Female: 42,917 and local wineries. Male: 41,234 Median age: 45.7 The small-town charm feaMedian income: $55,595 tures outstanding shopping with an eclectic mix of stores, local art and a beauty that is unsurpassed by many of California’s small towns. Over the years Nevada County has changed with the times while preserving its rich history and traditions. Gone are the gold mines that brought continued prosperity, and today’s citizens and community leaders remain committed to preserving the natural beauty, local history and small town way of life that is treasured by those who live and visit here.
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Welcome to Nevada County Nevada County Locator Map The Four Seasons Calendar of Events Nevada County Wineries
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46 Entertainment: Movie Theaters
Winery Locator Map Museums Restaurant Guide
and Family Fun
46 Nightlife Hotspots 48 Getting Married in Nevada
Lodging: Hotels, Motels & Resorts
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43 Book Town, USA 44 Galleries & Antique Shops 45 Entertainment: Performing Arts
Lodging: Bed & Breakfast Inns Grass Valley Map Nevada City Map South County Map Penn Valley Map Lodging: Vacation Rentals & Retreats
County
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Golf Courses, Disc Golf & Tennis Neighborhood & State Parks Lakes & Reservoirs Campgrounds Hiking Trails Tours Gated Communities Cycling in Nevada County
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Western Nevada County is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills approximately 60 miles northeast of Sacramento in picturesque Nevada County. From Sacramento, take I-80 east to Auburn and turn north on scenic Highway 49. At an elevation of 2,500 feet and only three miles apart, both towns offer a relaxing, yearround destination. Nevada County’s perfect location provides moderate temperatures and exceptional beauty.
Alta Sierra
Distances
(Measured from Grass Valley)
Auburn/Interstate 80. . . 25 miles Marysville/Yuba City. . . 34 miles Truckee . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 miles Reno . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 miles Sacramento. . . . . . . . . 60 miles San Francisco . . . . . . 157 miles Los Angeles. . . . . . . . 448 miles
Average Elevation
Western Nevada County: 2,500 ft. Eastern Nevada County: 6,000 ft.
Weather
Annual Rainfall: 52 inches Rainy season: November - April
The 2011-2012 Visitor’s Guide is published by the Nevada County Joint Chambers of Commerce Collaborative in partnership with the The Union. Current listings of Nevada County events are published every Thursday in The Prospector section of The Union or visit TheUnion.com. www.THEUNION.com Great People Connecting Communities
© 2011 The Union Published under contract by The Union Newspaper 464 Sutton Way, Grass Valley, CA 95945 (530) 273-9561 • www.TheUnion.com PUBLISHER: Jeff Ackerman Advertising Director: Julia Stidham Special Sections: Angela Diaz Design & Layout: Julie Miller MAIN COVER PHOTO: Courtesy Naggiar Vineyards Photography: Special thanks to John Hart of The Union Sales Staff: Jodi Jannings, Melissa Rhoden, Barbara Wibberley, Emelia Marini, Shawn Ryley, Jacki Webber, Damian Reyna
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Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber of Commerce 248 Mill Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945 (530) 273-4667 • 1-800-655-4667 www.grassvalleychamber.com E-mail: info@grassvalleychamber.com Nevada City Chamber of Commerce 132 Main Street, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-2692 • 1-800-655-6569 www.nevadacitychamber.com E-mail: info@nevadacitychamber.com Penn Valley Area Chamber of Commerce 11336 Pleasant Valley Road, Penn Valley, CA 95946 (530) 432-1802 • www.pennvalleycoc.org E-mail: info@pennvalleycoc.org South Nevada County Chamber of Commerce 10063 Combie Road, Ste. 2, Auburn, CA 95602 (530) 268-7622 • www.sncchamber.org E-mail: info@snchamber.org
Nevada County’s Four Seasons Summer
Although it can be almost hot in the summertime, most days are in the 80s and offer cool nights, making Nevada County a great escape from the heat of the valley below. It’s often 10 degrees cooler here than in Sacramento, 60 miles to the southwest. On hot summer days when the number one concern is staying cool, a great escape is the South Yuba River. Designated as a state wild and scenic river, with its hiking trails, clear bubbling waters, deep pools and big rocks perfect for sunning, it becomes a local gathering place for adults and children alike. Scotts Flat Lake, Englebright Lake and Rollins Lake are popular boating destinations to cool a warm summer day. For hikers and mountain bikers, there are a number of trails in Nevada County. Hiking and mountain biking trail maps are available at the Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley and South County Chamber of Commerce Visitors’ Centers.
Autumn Everyone knows New England for its fall colors, but Nevada County is the mecca of the west coast for those who want to be enchanted with the season. Warm days and cool nights of autumn give Nevada County some of California’s best fall colors, where century old maples stand in colorful testimony to the early settlers who planted them. Many of the best fall colors can be found in the residential neighborhoods surrounding the downtown historic districts, where certain trees can almost take your breath away. Visitors and residents alike enjoy Nevada County as a fall color destination. The astonishing beauty of the county is enough to warm any heart for the cold winter months ahead.
Winter Snow is infrequent below 3,000 feet and rain is often intense. Nevada County receives an average of 54 inches of precipitation per year. When it’s not raining, it’s usually sunny, with deep blue skies, invigorating temperatures and very little wind. Winter temperatures bring the anticipation of the holiday season, richly celebrated in the towns of Grass Valley and Nevada City. Nevada City has a Victorian Christmas celebration on three Wednesday nights and two Sundays throughout the holiday season, and Grass Valley celebrates Cornish Christmas on Friday nights. Locals head up scenic State Route 20 for some of California’s best winter sports. Donner Summit, a 45-minute drive, features five ski resorts, including widely-known Sugar Bowl and Royal Gorge. Another 15-30 minutes drive is the Truckee-Lake Tahoe area and a dozen resort choices including Alpine Meadows, Northstar and Squaw Valley USA, site of the 1960 Winter Olympics.
Spring
Driving along the Golden Center Freeway in the spring you are greeted with a riot of brilliantly colored daffodils and redbud bushes blooming bright crimson. Wildflowers abound. A popular wildflower hike is along the Buttermilk Bend Trail, which goes upstream from Bridgeport bridge in South Yuba River State Park. Early April is a good time for lower elevation wildflowers, while the high mountain varieties often peak in June. Rose lovers should visit Empire Mine State Historic Park in Grass Valley, where there are more than 100 varieties of rose bushes. 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
Calendar of
Events
Nevada County Fair Aug. 10-14
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ommunity celebrations and cultural events are a major part of life in Nevada County. Musical entertainment is abundant in both towns, with bars and restaurants offering blues, rock and country. Music in the Mountains, a classic musical organization, offers varying concerts almost year-round. Several community theater groups have large followings. Visit a local chamber of commerce visitor center for a copy of the Nevada County Calendar of Events, which includes more than 200 events for all tastes and interests. Listed here are some of Nevada County’s premier celebrations:
June, July 2011
• Music in the Mountains SummerFest: 30th annual series of indoor (Miners Foundry and Amaral Family Festival Center) and outdoor (Nevada County Fairgrounds) concerts ranging from chamber music to full orchestra and chorus. A special addition this year is Cirque de la Symphonie performing with Music in the Mountains orchestra at an outdoor picnic. For information go to musicinthemountains.org. June 18-July 3. • Rough & Ready Succession Days: Each year, this tiny Gold Rush hamlet recreates its short-lived succession from the union with a day-long celebration. June 24. • Happy Birthday USA: Picnic and pops concert. Presented by Music in the Mountains at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. 7:30 p.m. July 3. • Fourth of July Parade: Grass Valley and Nevada City take turns hosting the Fourth of July Parade. The 2011 parade is at 11 a.m. in downtown historic Grass Valley.
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• Fourth of July Celebration: A full day of entertainment, food, and vendors at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Ends with a huge fireworks show. 3 p.m. - 10 p.m. • Grass Valley Thursday Night Market: Growers’ market featuring certified local fruits and vegetables. A street festival accompanies the growers market on Main Street in July with music, festival foods, barbecue, and merchant hospitality. 6-9 p.m. Thursdays from June through August on Mill Street. Street Festival & Growers’ Market: 6-9 p.m. Thursdays, July through August in downtown Grass Valley on Mill and Main streets. • Nevada County Airfest: Aircraft, fly-bys and displays. Hanger dinner party and dance with ‘50s music, 5:30-10:30 p.m. July 8. Air show is 8 a.m. -4 p.m., July 9. Both events at Nevada County Airport, 13083 John Bauer Avenue, Grass Valley. www.ncairfest.com. (530) 273-3374. • Summer Nights in Nevada City: Downtown streets are closed to vehicles and filled with music, classic cars, arts and crafts and tasty food and drink in Nevada City’s special tribute to summer. 6 - 9:30 p.m. July 13, 20 and 27. • Sierra Brewfest: Fine beers from throughout the West are featured at this annual Music in the Mountains fundraising event at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. July 24. • Nevada County Certified Growers’ Market: Local farm fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts, eggs, honey and more. Every Saturday in June through November from 8- 12 p.m. at Historic North Star House, circa 1906, 12075 Old Auburn Road, Grass Valley. 3-6 p.m
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Draft Horse Classic & Harvest Fair Sept. 22-25
Tuesdays from June through October at Sierra Presbyterian Church, 175 Ridge Road, Nevada City Highway. 2-5:30 p.m Thursdays from June through September at Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 17645 Penn Valley Drive. (530) 265-5551, www.TheGrowersMarket.com.
August 2011
• Bear River Fun Run: South Nevada County Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Gold Country Grand Prix Race sponsors this event, held annually at Bear River High School. Ages 1-100 are invited to run or walk the 5k or 10k course in beautiful South County. Aug. 6. • Nevada County Fair: Carnival rides, exhibits, great food and drink, good friends. Everyone goes to the Nevada County Fair, under the pines at California’s most beautiful fairgrounds, Aug. 10-14. • E mpire Mine Miners’ Picnic: This family-oriented day will feature cake walks, ladies’ slipper kicking contests, gold panning, old-fashioned children’s games and a silent auction. Empire Mine State Historic Park. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Aug. 27. (530) 273-8522. www.empiremine.org.
September 2011
• Constitution Day Parade and Celebration: Civil War re-enactments on Saturday, Sept 10 at Pioneer Park. Nevada City celebrates the U.S. Constitution with a parade 2 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11.
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• The Union presents: Taste of Nevada County: Cooking school and culinary event. 5-8:30 p.m. Sept. 21 at the Miners Foundry in Nevada City. (530) 477-4241 for more information. • 25th Annual Draft Horse Classic & Harvest Fair: The annual event will be held Sept. 22-25 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, featuring majestic draft horse performances, breath-taking competitions and visiting with draft horses up close. • Taste of the Gold Country: Enjoy tasting wines and food pairings under the pines of the Nevada County Fairgrounds. 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24.
October 2011 •C eltic Festival: Five stages of entertainment, Scottish games, sheepdog trials, birds of prey exhibitions, fire-breathing dragons, jam sessions, and a crowd of nearly 7,000. Oct. 1 and 2 at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. www.kvmr.org/celticfestival. • Designs For Living Home Tour: This popular annual event, produced by Music in the Mountains, features unique homes of Nevada County. Oct. 1 and 2. • 6th Annual Alpaca Ranch Tour: Get up close and personal with alpacas at working ranches. Learn about the animals and their fibers. Many ranches will have boutiques open with alpaca products for sale. Oct. 8 and 9. www.AlpacaGold.org. • The Union presents: Living Healthy, Living Green: Sponsored by Nevada County Grown. This is a changed event. Live a healthier, simpler, more fulfilling Nevada County life. Find locally grown produce, fibers, agriculture, wine, healthy homes and living items from Nevada County. Oct. 15 and 16. theunion.com/homeshow or (530) 477-4241.
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Victorian Christmas Dec. 7,11, 14, 18 and 21
• The Union and Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital’s Fifth Annual Paint the Town Pink: Nevada County’s premier women’s expo, with fashion show, wine and food tasting, and more. This event benefits local breast cancer treatment. 5-8:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Nevada County Fairgrounds. (530) 477-4241. • Halloween at the Fairgrounds: Hosted by the Fairgrounds Foundation, this fun event features a barbecue, games, treats for the kids, a pie auction, cupcake walk, costume contest, live auction and a scarecrow contest. Nevada County Fairgrounds. Saturday, Oct. 29. • Bridgeport Fall Festival: Live music, living history, games, crafts, wagon rides, pumpkin painting, food and ice cream await you at the annual Fall Festival. Come see what’s new this year. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Oct. 30. (free; donations welcomed) www.southyubariverpark.org. • Halloween Trick or Treat in the Land of Storybook Sweets: 3-6 p.m., Oct. 29, at 49er Fun Park, 314 Railroad Ave., Grass Valley (530) 272-4949.
November 2011
• Double Oak Harvest Open House: Festivities include fine wine, fine art and artists, food, new wine release, music, tours, and more. 14510 Blind Shady Road., San Juan Ridge. 1-5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 12. (530) 292-3235. • Holidays at Empire Mine: Volunteers in period dress will provide a glimpse of Christmas in the early 1900s at Empire Mine State Historic Park. Cookies and cider served. Local harpist will perform holiday music. Santa and Mrs. Claus will greet children in the clubhouse. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 26 and 27. (530) 273-8522. www.empiremine.org. • Thanksgiving Weekend Art Fairs: Traditional events are headlined by the Country Christmas Fair at the fairgrounds, Artisans Festival at Miners Foundry and include several smaller events, Friday through Sunday, Thanksgiving weekend, Nov. 25-27.
December 2011 • Christmas in the Pines: A fun filled day with crafters, food, petting zoo and entertainment. Santa arrives on the fire engine. Free photo of children with Santa. Lots of free children’s activities. Lake Center Shopping Plaza in Lake of the Pines. Dec. 3. • Victorian Christmas: Nevada City’s special holiday celebration is held on three Wednesday nights, 6-9 p.m., Dec. 7, 14 and 21, and two Sunday afternoons, 1:30-6 p.m., Dec. 11 and 18. 12 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
• Cornish Christmas: The traditional holiday celebration in historic downtown Grass Valley is held on Friday evenings from Thanksgiving to Christmas. 6-9 p.m. Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23. • Christmas at the Railroad Museum: Meet Santa Claus at this free event. 5 Kidder Court, Nevada City. 10-4 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 3. (530) 470-0902. • Music in the Mountains WinterFest: A 100-voice chorale and festival ensemble, playing holiday and season fair. Amaral Family Festival Center at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Dec. 9 - 11.
January 2012
• Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival: Jan. 13-15. (530) 265-5961, wildandscenicfilmfestival.com. • A Wedding Affair for All Seasons: Enjoy seasonal rooms showcasing some of the top-event vendors in Nevada County. Jan. 29, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Miner’s Foundry, 325 Spring St., Nevada City. (530) 432-4030, www.ncweds.com or www.joyoflifeevents.com.
February 2012
• Mardi Gras: Nevada City celebrates Mardi Gras style every February or early March with a street fair 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and Masquerade Ball on Saturday and a parade at 2 p.m. on Sunday. This year’s celebration is Feb. 18 and 19.
March 2012 • Foothill Celebration: Stroll Historic Grass Valley perusing its boutiques while sampling fine wines, gourmet foods and live music. Over 50 wineries and restaurants. March 3.
April 2012
• Annual Penn Valley Easter Egg Hunt: Hundreds of eggs are hidden, special prizes & baskets are awarded, and the Easter Bunny
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arrives courtesy of the Penn Valley Fire Dept. Arrive at 8:30 a.m.; the hunt begins at 9 a.m. sharp, April 7. Western Gateway Park, 18560 Penn Valley Drive. (530) 432-1802. • The Great Egg Adventure-Annual Easter Egg Hunt: Come anytime between 9 & 11:30 a.m., April 7, at 49er Fun Park, 314 Railroad Ave., Grass Valley (530) 272-4949. • Daffodil Run: First run in the Gold Country Grand Prix Series. Meet the Daffodil Dandies & Divas at Western Gateway Park. 5k run, 10k run and 5k walk. Benefits local schools and buys daffodil bulbs for Penn Valley. April 8. 18560 Penn Valley Drive. Entry forms are available at: www.daffodilrun.com. (530) 432-1802. • Music in the Mountains SpringFest: Say goodbye to winter with two great concerts at Saint Joseph’s Cultural Center, April 26-29. • The Union’s 27th Annual Spring Home & Garden Show: Sponsored by The Union, this event at the Nevada County Fairgrounds features hundreds of vendors. April 28 and 29. www. theunion.com/homeshow. (530) 477-4241. •G ood Ol’ Days Car Show: Downtown Grass Valley is filled with classic and historic cars and hot rods in this popular event. April 28.
May 2012 • Spring Festival Art Show & Living History Days: Art, food, gold panning, blacksmith demonstraions by park docents, basket weaving and tall tales of days past. Local artisans display naturethemed art for sale. South Yuba River State Park - Bridgeport. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (free; donations welcome). Go to www. southyubariverstatepark.org for 2012 dates. (530) 432-2546. • Springtime at Empire Mine: Activities include living history presentations in the Bourn Cottage, Mine Yard and Clubhouse. Volunteers will be dressed in period costumes and will recreate characters from the Empire Mine’s colorful past. Live music throughout the day. Held at Empire Mine State Historic Park. May 19 ,11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (530) 273-8522. www.empiremine.org. • Penn Valley Rodeo and Rodeo Parade: The Penn Valley Rodeo celebrates over 50 years of horsemanship tradition. Don’t miss the “edge of your seat action” featuring bronc riding, calf dressing, bull rides, barrel racing, mutton busting, the Rodeo Queen Pageant, the Rodeo Parade and more. Delicious barbecue, live music and a wide array of vendors will add to this exciting rodeo experience. May 11, 12, 13. www.pennvalleyrodeo.com. • Railroad Museum Seventh Anniversary Celebration: Free. #5 Kidder Court, P.O. Box 2392, www.ncngrrmuseum.org. Saturday, May 12, 10-4 p.m. (530) 470-0902. • Sierra Festival of the Arts: Downtown Grass Valley and the Nevada County Arts Council team up to showcase the local area’s best art. www.downtowngrassvalley.com for dates and time. 14 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
• Sierra Wine Trail: Sierra Vintners presents a celebration of local wineries. Each venue offers a special experience including fine wines, food pairings, live music, tours of wineries, caves and vineyards, and barrel samples and new releases. Contact infor@sierravinters.com or sierravintners.com for dates and details. • Nevada County Certified Growers’ Market: Local farm fresh fruit, vegetables, nuts, eggs, honey and more. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturdays from May through October. Historic North Star House, circa 1906, 12075 Old Auburn Road, Grass Valley. (530) 265-5551 or www.TheGrowersMarket.com.
June 2012 • Nevada City Bicycle Classic: Father’s Day Weekend. (530) 265-2692 www.nevadacityclassic.com. June 17. • Bluegrass Festival: Annual Festival held on Father’s Day Weekend at the Nevada County Fairgrounds. Draws enthusiasts from around the country. Also, music camp hosted by festival beginning prior to start of festival. www.fathersdayfestival.com. June 15-17. • M usic in the Mountains SummerFest: This popular annual festival brings classical music to indoor and outdoor venues around Grass Valley and Nevada City. musicinthemountains.org for dates and time. • Smokin in the Oaks BBQ Cook-off State Championship Back Yard Division: This event highlights barbecue teams from across the state vying for cash and awards. It is the third largest cook-off in the state. Enjoy expert cooking demonstrations and purchase taster tickets to sample some of the best barbecue in the state. www.pennvalleyrodeo.com or (530) 432-1802 for dates and time.
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orthern Sierra Wine Country is nestled right here amongst Nevada County’s mountains and valleys. Nevada County has 18 wineries each displaying great diversity in style. Climate, geography, and wine making talent have merged here in our community resulting in highly distinctive, top quality wines: the new gold of Nevada County. Vineyards of the Northern Sierra Wine Country are planted at elevations as low as 1,300 feet all the way up to 2,600. The region boasts over 60 miles of terrain between vineyards and, as a result, the grapes display a wide array of styles. With four distinct seasons, the vines thrive. The characteristic cold winters are in fact quite conducive, allowing vines to go dormant, rest and conserve energy for the coming season. In the summer, a combination of cool nights and warm days serves to balance grape acids and nurture high sugars, producing desirable wine-making fruit. Unusually high in the variety of vines being grown, Northern Sierra Wine Country boasts over 45 planted varietals. Many are familiar like Chardonnay, Merlot, Zinfandel, and Cabernet Sauvignon, while others like Cabernet Franc, Barbera, Sangiovese, and Tempranillo are growing in popularity and are a treat for those looking to expand their horizons. Nevada County offers expansive vineyards, charming tasting rooms, spectacular views, wine caves, and picnic areas creating a great wine tourism experience. For more information on local wineries and events, go to: www. sierravintners.com. Pick up a brochure and wine touring map at the local chambers of commerce or any tasting room or call to request one.
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Naggiar Vineyard Sierra Vintners www.sierravintners.com info@sierravintners.com
Grass Valley Wine Company 151 Mill Street, Grass Valley (530) 205-9513 www.gvwineco.com
Avanguardia Wines 13028 Jones Bar Road, Nevada City (530) 274-9482 Tasting room: 209 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 274-9911 www.avanguardiawines.com
◆ Indian Springs Vineyards
Bent Metal Winery 14364 McCourtney Road, Grass Valley www.bentmetalwinery.com Clavey Vineyards Tasting room: 119 S. Pine Street, Nevada City www.claveywine.com (530) 906-1394 Coufos Cellars 10065 Rough & Ready Rd., Rough & Ready (530) 274-2923 Double Oak Vineyards and Winery 14510 Blind Shady Road, Nevada City (530) 292-3235 www.gvwineco.com
303 Broad Street, Nevada City (530) 478-1068/(800) 375-9311 www.indianspringswines.com Lucchesi Vineyards and Winery Tasting room: 167 Mill Street, Grass Valley (530) 274-2164 Winery: 19698 View Forever Lane, Grass Valley (530) 273-1596 www.lucchesivineyards.com Montoliva Vineyard and Winery 15629 Mount Olive Road, Chicago Park (530) 346-7359 www.montoliva.com Naggiar Vineyards 18125 Rosemary Lane, Grass Valley (530) 268-9059 www.naggiarvineyards.com ◆ Nevada City Winery
321 Spring Street, Nevada City (530) 265-WINE (9463) (800) 203-9463 www.ncwinery.com
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Pilot Peak Winery 12888 Spenceville Road, Penn Valley (530) 432-3321 www.pilotpeak.com
Smith Vineyard Tasting room: 142 Mill Street, Grass Valley (530) 273-7032 www.smithvineyard.com Solune Winegrowers 16303 Jewett Lane, Grass Valley (530) 271-0990 www.solunewinery.com
Sierra Knolls Vineyard and Winery 19635 Kingswood Court, Grass Valley (530) 268-9225 www.sierraknollswinery.com
◆ Szabo Vineyards
Sierra Starr Vineyard Tasting room: 209 W. Main St., Grass Valley, (530) 477-8282 Winery: 11179 Gibson Drive, Grass Valley, (530) 477-8277 www.sierrastarr.com
Tasting room: 316 Broad Street, Nevada City (530) 265-8792 www.szabovineyards.com
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Museums
• Alta Sierra Biblical Gardens: 16343 Auburn Road, Grass Valley (one mile off Hwy. 49, seven miles south of Grass Valley), (530) 2721363.Non-denominational.Open daily weather permitting,sunrise to sunset. Admission: donation. • Firehouse Museum No. 1: 214 Main St., Nevada City, (530) 265-5468. Nevada City’s first permanent firehouse. Built in 1861, it operated as a firehouse until 1940s. The museum houses relics from the Donner Party and a unique Maidu Indian display. Call for hours. Donation. • Grass Valley Museum: Open Wednesday - Saturday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. 410 S. Church St., Grass Valley, (530) 273-5509. Located at the St. Mary’s Academy, built in 1865 as a convent for Sisters of Mercy. It is registered as a State Historical Landmark. . Tours are given by docents. Donation. • Miners Foundry Cultural Center: Open weekdays, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 325 Spring St., Nevada City, (530) 265-5040. Built in 1856, this enormous structure produced the first Pelton wheels. It contains an impressive hall built entirely of stone. • Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum: #5 Kidder Court, P.O. Box 2392, Nevada City (530) 470-0902. Call for information. Gift shop. Free (donations appreciated). www. ncngrrmuseum.org • North Star Mining Museum: Open May 1 through Oct. 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located at the end of Mill Street at Allison Ranch Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-4255. At the North Star find displays of mining equipment and artifacts from the 1880s. On display is the largest Pelton Wheel ever constructed. The museum has a secluded picnic area alongside a rushing creek. Donation. Search ALL Nevada County listings at
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Restaurants ◆ Beach Hut Deli
American Alta Sierra Country Club — The Timbers 11897 Tammy Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-2041 • altasierraacc.com Apple Alley Cafe 13469 Colfax Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 273-9266 applealleycafe.com Backroom Steakhouse 15031 Colfax Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 272-2151
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Restaurants american Cont.
Club 141 141 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-3600 • jimesclub141.com Daddy’s Little Grill 123 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-6640 ▲ DayBreak Cafe 17438 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley (530) 432-1216 ◆ Friar Tuck’s Restaurant 111 N. Pine St., Nevada City (530) 265-9093 • friartucks.com Gold Rush Burgers & BBQ 108 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-8080 Happy Apple Kitchen 18532 Colfax Hwy., Chicago Park (530) 273-2822 • bierwagens.com Holbrooke Hotel 212 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-1353 • holbrooke.com
Humpty Dumpty Kitchen 1711 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-2251 humptydumptykitchen.com
International House of Pancakes 746 Taylorville Rd., Grass Valley (530) 272-7928 • ihop.com
Hot Dog Heaven 1243 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 477-5006 hotdogheavensandwichexpress.com
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Kane's Family Restaurant 120 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-8111 • kanesrestaurant.net
◆ Lefty’s Grill
221 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-5838 • leftysgrill.com Lumberjacks Restaurant 2075 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-8900
Matteo’s Public 300 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 265-0782 • matteospublic.com
◆ National Hotel-Hoovers
211 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-4551 • thenationalhotel.com ◆
Nevada City Classic Cafe 216 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-9440 • ncclassiccafe.com
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◆ New Moon Cafe
203 York St., Nevada City (530) 265-6399 • thenewmooncafe.com Northridge 773 Nevada St., Nevada City (530) 478-0470
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◆ ● The Old 5 Mile House
18851 Highway 20, Nevada City (530) 265-5515 • theold5milehouse.com Old Town Cafe 110 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 273-4303 • oldtowncafe.com
◆ The Organic Grill
135 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-8025 • californiaorganics.com
Owl Grill and Saloon 134 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 274-1144
Paulette’s Country Kitchen 875 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-4008
Penny’s Diner 2072 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-5673 Perkos Cafe 1000 Plaza Dr., Grass Valley (530) 272-1762 Pleasant Valley Grill 10120 Commercial Ave., Penn Valley (530) 432-9201 Quiznos 121 Neal St., Grass Valley (530) 272-7600 841 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-9700 quiznos.com Quiznos, Higgins Village 10021 Combie Rd., Auburn (530) 268-0108 Sandwich Express 1243 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 477-5054 hotdogheavensandwichexpress.com Simplicity Bistro 111 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 205-9365 South Pine Cafe 110 S. Pine St., Nevada City, (530) 265-0260 102 Richardson St., Grass Valley (530) 274-0261 southpinecafe.com
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Restaurants american Cont.
Fred’s Szechuan Chinese Restaurant 224 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 478-9072
Hunan Restaurant 10934 Combie Rd., Lake of the Pines (530) 269-1527
Kaido 207 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 274-0144 • kaidosushi.com
Lin Q Buffet 682 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 272-8888
Panda Express 688 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-1040 • pandaexpress.com
▲ Tack Room Restaurant & Bar
17356 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley (530) 432-1126 ◆ ● Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro
302 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-1468 • tofanellis.com Trolley Junction Restaurant 400 Railroad Ave., Nevada City (530) 265-5259 • northernqueen.com
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Wildwood Grill 11328 Pleasant Valley Rd., Penn Valley (530) 432-2280
The Willo 16898 Hwy. 49, Nevada City (530) 265-9902
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Asian Garden Restaurant 2074 Nevada City Hwy., G rass Valley (530) 273-0666 asiangardengrassvalley.com China House 17412 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley (530) 432-0189
Royal Dragon Chinese Buffet 101 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-2868
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Safeway Bakery 8675 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-2249
SaveMart Bakery 2054 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-9511 • savemart.com
238 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 265-5757
Taste of Thai 204 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 274-2968
Thai Kitchen 149 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (530) 272-5282
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735 Zion St., Nevada City (530) 265-4596 129 McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-5000 spdmarket.com
Wonderful III 716 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 477-8888
bakeries & bagels
Blue Cow Deli 17500 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley (530) 432-1993
Bubba’s Bagels 1943 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 272-8590
catering
The Cake Artist 12647 Colfax Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-0784 • thecakeartist.com ◆● Creative Cakes by Valentine alloccassionscakes.com • (530) 272-1854 Dupre’s Baking Co. 13459 Colfax Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 273-3995 ●
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Summer Thyme's Bakery & Deli 421 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley 134 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (530) 273-2904 • summerthymes.com
Flour Garden Bakery 109 Neal St., Grass Valley (530) 477-2253 999 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-2043 flourgarden.com The Gristmill Bakery Deli Cafe 10934 Combie Rd., Lake of the Pines (530) 268-0576 • gristmill.biz Raley’s Bakery 692 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 272-1958 • raleys.com
Valentina’s Bistro & Bakery
1041 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-4470 ◆ Antonio Ayestaran Custom Catering
408 Colfax Ave., Ste. A, Grass Valley (530) 401-8462 ◆ Apex Catering P.O. Box 1753, Grass Valley (530) 477-0260 apexcatering4u@hotmail.com ◆ Asia Catering 13075 Woolman Ln., Nevada City (530) 273-8048 Bada Bing Mobile BBQ (530) 432-1213 • badabingbbq.com Bill’s Chuckwagon (530) 273-4519, (530) 913-4519 billschuckwagon.com ● Briar Patch Catering 290 Sierra College Dr., Ste. A, Grass Valley (530) 273-5333 • briarpatch.coop ◆ Calla Lily Crepes (530) 575-4017 • callalilycrepes.com (special events catering) ◆
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Restaurants catering Cont. Catering by Cindy (530) 272-9238
Christopher’s Old World Deli & Catering 206 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-8919
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Classic Catering by Holbrooke 212 Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-1353 • holbrooke.com/catering
◆ Broadstreet Bistro & Gallery
426 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-4204 • broadstreetbistro.com ◆ Cafe Mekka
237 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 478-1517 ▲ Caleb’s Creamery & Coffee
17329 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley (530) 432-3129 Cappuccino Factory 700 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-2130
◆● Emily’s All Occasions Catering &
Cakes 313 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 409-3716 emillyscateringandcakes.com
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P.O. Box 1236, Colfax (530) 888-7145 • hanfordscatering.com
I Dream of Jeannie’s (530) 477-2677 idreamofjeanniescatering.com
Caroline’s Coffee 1110 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-1916 128 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (530) 273-6424 carolinescoffee.com Fudenjuce 815 Zion St., Nevada City (530) 265-5282
◆● Jim E’s Catering
P.O. Box 1441, Nevada City (530) 273-3600
Nevada City Baking & Catering 228 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 265-0125
PJ’s of Nevada City 106 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-9091 • pjsnevadacity.com
Posh Nosh Catering PO Box 536, Penn Valley (530) 265-6457
◆● SPD Delicatessens
735 Zion St., Nevada City 129 McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 265-4596 or (530) 272-5000 spdmarket.com Warehouse Deli 12537 Loma Rica Dr., Grass Valley (530) 273-5205 • warehousedeli.com
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Briar Patch Organic Juice Bar 290 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley (530) 272-5333 • briarpatch.coop
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June’s Cafe & Deli 11332 Pleasant Valley Rd., Penn Valley (530) 432-3354
Coffee 2153 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 273-2223 www.grassvalleyflorist.com
Huno Island Smoothie 843 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-5700 Jamba Juice 650 Freeman Lane, Suite B, Grass Valley (530) 272-2476 • jambajuice.com Java Gardens 15690 Johnson Pl., Suite A Highway 49 & Alta Sierra Dr., Grass Valley (530) 272-0233
PJ’s of Nevada City 106 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-9091 • pjsnevadacity.com ◆ ● Port of Subs/Express Market
407 Hollow Way, Nevada City (530) 478-1788 • portofsubs.com ◆ ● Port of Subs
873 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 477-2660 • portofsubs.com
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Raley’s Market/Deli 692 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 272-1958 •raleys.com
Java John’s 306 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-3653 • javajohns.net
Karma Coffee 109 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 273-7478
Safeway Deli 867 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-2249
Sierra Mountain Coffee Roasters 671 Maltman Dr., #3, Grass Valley (530) 477-5282 • sierramtncoffee.com
SaveMart/Deli 2054 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-9511 • savemart.com
Starbucks Coffee 716-A Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 274-1595 867 Sutton Way, (in Safeway), Grass Valley 10005 Combie Rd., Auburn (530) 268-0634 starbucks.com
◆ ● SPD Market/Deli
735 Zion St., Nevada City (530) 265-4596 129 West McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-5000 spdmarket.com
Subsational 150 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (530) 273-8699 or 273-4782
Subway 2096 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 273-8547 716 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 273-7789 subway.com
deli/sandwich shops
Afternoon Deli 101-D West McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-6066
Alta Sierra Market & Deli 10182 Alta Sierra Dr., Grass Valley (530) 273-5751
Back Porch Market 135 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley (530) 271-7111 • backporchmarket.net
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104 Union St., Nevada City (530) 470-0887 • beachhutdeli.com
Summer Thyme’s Bakery & Deli 421 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley (530) 273-2904 134 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (inside Booktown Books) summerthymes.com
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Briar Patch Market/Deli 290 Sierra College Dr., Grass Valley (530) 272-5333 • briarpatch.coop
Cedar Ridge Y Market 13477 Colfax Highway, Cedar Ridge (530) 477-6047
The Gristmill Bakery Deli Cafe 10934 Combie Road, Lake of the Pines (530) 268-0576 • gristmill.biz
Julie’s Sandwich Express 1243 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 477-5054
Warehouse Deli 12537 Loma Rica Dr., Grass Valley (530) 273-5205 • warehousedeli.com
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Restaurants fast food
Big A Root Beer Drive-In 810 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-3243 Burger King 1857 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-6226 • bk.com
Carl’s Jr. Restaurant 729 Taylorville Rd., Grass Valley (530) 477-5649 • carlsjr.com
Jack in the Box 1801 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-3041 • jackinthebox.com
Quiznos 121 Neal St., Grass Valley (530) 272-7600
841 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-9700 quiznos.com
Quiznos, Higgins Village 10021 Combie Rd., Auburn (530) 268-0634 • quiznos.com
Taco Bell 109 Olympia Park Rd., Grass Valley (530) 477-8163
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Jimboy's Tacos 1937 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-9490 • jimboys.com
ice cream/yogurt/candy Baskin-Robbins 151-C W. McKnight Way Grass Valley, (530) 274-3188 baskinrobbins.com
Kentucky Fried Chicken / A&W 1983 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 273-1001 • kfc.com
Little Caesars 716 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 273-2300 • littlecaesars.com
▲ Caleb’s Creamery & Coffee
London’s Best Fish & Chips 151 W. McKnight Way Grass Valley, (530) 274-1314
McDonald’s of Grass Valley 1954 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 273-2518 • mcdonalds.com
Paco’s Tacos 550 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 477-0609
Panda Express 688 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-1040 pandaexpress.com
17329 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley, (530) 432-3129 Confectionately Yours 146 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 274-3448 Crazy Cow Yogurt 230 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 265-4000 •crazycowyogurt.com Crazy 4 Yogurt 10136 Commercial Ave., Penn Valley (530) 432-2490
Dorado Chocolates 104 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-6715 • doradochocolates.com
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Restaurants ice cream/yogurt/candy cont.
Culture Shock Yogurt 106 Mill Street, Grass Valley (530) 274-3442 851 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-2444 www.cultureshockyogurt.com
Sergios Caffe 154 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 274-2600
◆● Tofanelli’s Gold Country Bistro
302 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-1468 • tofanellis.com Tuscany Gardens 491 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 271-1300
◆ Nevada City Chocolate Shoppe
236 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-3448
Schoolhouse Yogurt 10063 Combie Rd., Ste. B, Auburn (530) 278-4720 • schoolhouseyogurt.com
Treats 110 York St., Nevada City (530) 913-5819 ◆ Truffle Shop 408 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-3539 www.chocolategod.com ◆
international Afternoon Deli 101-D West McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-6066 Diegos - Chilean Cuisine 217 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley (530) 477-1460 ◆ Ike’s Quarter Cafe 401 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 265-6138 • ikesquartercafe.com India Oven 722-L Freeman Ln., Grass Valley (530) 477-5670 Mix & Mingle Greek Cafe 30 N. Main St, Colfax (530) 305-4050 ◆● The Old 5 Mile House 18851 Highway 20, Nevada City (530) 265-5155 • theold5milehouse.com Swiss House Restaurant 535 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 273-8272 swisschef.com
Villa Venezia 124 Bank St., Grass Valley (530) 273-3555 • villavenezia.info
mexican
Amigos & Co. 101 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-6446
Cedar Ridge Y Market 13477 Colfax Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-6047
Jimboy’s Tacos 1937 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 477-9490
Las Katarina’s Mexican Restaurant 311 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 478-0275 • laskatarinas.com
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Margarita’s Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 988 Plaza Dr., Grass Valley (530) 272-6974
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Mi Comida 716 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 274-8880
Plaza Jalisco 760 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (530) 274-2307
Uptown Burrito 574 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 274-3980
italian
Bear River Pasta Company 109 Bank St., Grass Valley (530) 274-1760 ◆● Cirino’s Bar & Grill 309 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-2246
Goomba’s 450 Colfax Ave., Grass Valley (530) 273-2330
Maria’s Mexican Restaurant 226 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 274-2040 marias-gv.com
pasties
Cousin Jacks Pasties 100 S. Auburn St., Grass Valley (530) 272-9230
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pizza
Lamppost Pizza 137 Olympia Park Rd. Grass Valley (530) 274-1444 lamppost-backstreet.com Alta Sierra Pizza & Grill 15690 Johnson Pl., Grass Valley (530) 272-1095
Larry & Lena’s Take & Bake Pizza 17327 Penn Valley Dr., Penn Valley (530) 432-8646 Little Caesars 716 Freeman Lane, Grass Valley (530) 273-2300 • littlecaesars.com Miner Moe’s 102 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-0284 Mountain Mike’s Pizza 151 W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-9066 • mountainmikes.com Northridge 773 Nevada St., Nevada City (530) 478-0470 ▲ 17464 Penn Valley Dr.,Penn Valley (530) 432-0700
Papa Murphy’s Take N Bake 2048 Nevada City Hwy., Grass Valley (530) 274-8900 151-A W. McKnight Way, Grass Valley (530) 272-3589 papamurphys.com Pete's Pub Style Pizza 210 Neal St., Grass Valley 209 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 274-9600
Franks Pizza 122 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-4622
21515 Higgins Rd., Lake of the Pines (530) 268-1073 northridgerestaurant.com
◆● The Old 5 Mile House
18851 Highway 20, Nevada City (530) 265-5155 • theold5milehouse.com
Players Pizza, Pasta & More 10161 Commercial Ave., Penn Valley (530) 432-1222 ◆● Round Table Pizza 686 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 273-6155 10894 Combie Rd., Lake of the Pines (530) 268-0433 • roundtablepizza.com Tuscany Gardens Pizzeria & Cafe 11370 Pleasant Valley Rd., Penn Valley (530) 432-2498 ● 491 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 271-1300 tuscanygardens.net
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Vacation
Rentals & Retreats
309 Commercial 309 Commercial Street, Nevada City (530) 271-0801 www.309commercial.com ◆
The Nomad House 16764 Nomad Way, Penn Valley (415) 759-5073 thenomadhouse.com 3bd, 2ba on 60 acres, pool. ◆ ●
A Victorian Rose 120 Winchester St., Grass Valley (925) 825-6462 a-victorian-rose.com Downtown Grass Valley Historic District 4 bd, 2 ba vacation home, hot tub, sleeps two-14 $250-$300 ◆ ●
Our Sweet Retreat PO Box 2628, Nevada City (530) 448-9734 oursweetretreat.com Two cabins, one teepee, swimming pond. ◆
Art Cottage 10647 Red Dog Road, Nevada City (530) 478-0920 nevadacityvacationrental.com 2 bd, 2 ba house, private, artsy. ◆ Country View Vacation Suites Grass Valley (530) 277-6495 vrbo.com/101604 • vrbo.com/328625 2 bd + kitchenette. Quiet, country setting, close to town. ● Crystal Hermitage Guest House at Ananda 14618 Tyler Foote Road, Nevada City (530) 478-7587, crystalhermitage.org 2 bd, guest house. $117◆ Expanding Light Retreat 14618 Tyler Foote Road, Nevada City (530) 478-7518 ext. 1 www.expandinglight.org Yoga and meditation, accommodations and meals. ◆ Honey Comb Ranch 14981 Lewis Road, Nevada City. (530) 265-2183, vrbo.com/241100 2 bd, 1 ba, sleeps four. Less than a mile from downtown Nevada City. $115$120 per person. ◆ Kate’s Place 422 Kate Hayes St., Grass Valley (559) 269-7424 rdaflyfish@sbcglobal.net Lotus Lake House Rollins View Drive, Grass Valley (408) 879-9967 info@lotuslakehouse.com Nevada City Retreats Nevada City (530) 470-0816 or (530) 277-1510 Vacation cabins with hot tubs. Fully equipped on five acres. $115-$450, $690-$2,700/wk. nevadacityretreats.com ◆ ●
The “Perfect” Place Retreats (530) 477-8777 theperfectplaceretreats.com Meadow View area of Grass Valley. Three separate, fully furnished homes on acreage. $125-$175 ● Squirrel Creek Ranch 12971 Squirrel Creek Road, Grass Valley (530) 273-4505 squirrelcreekranch.net 3 bd, 1.5 ba, on creek. Day use or other. Stevenson Vacation Rentals (Alta Sierra) Grass Valley (530) 613-7350 vrbo.com/140245, vrbo.com/140231 3 bd, 2ba, sleeps two-eight, swimming hole and spa. $150-$250. ● ◆ Sundance Retreat 11850 Red Dog Road, Nevada City (415) 897-3289 vrbo.com/159480 3bd, 2ba, wooded forest, private. tara at Rock Creek 21040 New Rome Road, Nevada City (530) 272-2575 vrbo.com/169353 Elegant cabin for two on Rock Creek, 30 acres, private, swimming, waterfalls, huge rocks, heaven. ◆ Tuscany Gold 11620 Red Dog Road, Nevada City (530) 265-5800 Fax: (530) 265-1998 www@tuscanygold.com 3 bd, 3.5 ba Italian Tuscany-theme home.
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Welcome to
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Known as one of the very few “book towns” in the country, Nevada City and Grass Valley area are a wonderful resource for readers, collectors, authors, dealers, scholars and researchers. Books on every subject imaginable are available or obtainable through the booksellers. Many specialize in one or more areas of interest and many have general stock. New, used, rare, out-of-print and antiquarian books, ephemera, prints, and maps can be found. Ames Bookstore Carol’s Recycled Paperbacks 134 Joerschke Drive, Grass Valley 309 Neal Street, Grass Valley (530) 274- 9837 (530) 273-9261 Hardy’s Books The Book Seller PO Box 95, Nevada City 107 Mill Street, Grass Valley (530) 470-9090 (530) 272-2131 Harmony Books Booktown Books 231 Broad Street, Nevada City 107 Bank Street, Grass Valley (530) 265-9564 (530) 272-4655 An Inner Sanctum 308 Broad Street, Nevada City Brigadoon Books (530) 478-9905 108 N. Pine Street, Nevada City (530) 264-7184 Main Street Books & Antiques 214 ½ Main Street, Nevada City Bud’s Art Books: (530) 265-3108 13393 Grass Valley Ave. #7, Grass Valley, Mountain House Books (530) 273-2166 418 Broad Street, Nevada City Carl Mautz Vintage Photographs & (530) 265-0241 Publishing Toad Hall Book Shop 329 Bridge Way, Nevada City 108 N. Pine Street, Nevada City (530) 478-1610 (530) 264-7183
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galleries & antique shops The historic streets of Grass Valley and Nevada City offer visitors the chance to explore many art galleries and antique shops. The downtown historic districts feature fine local and regional art and a wide variety of antiques and collectibles. Stop by a local chamber of commerce visitor center to pick up a brochure on local galleries and antique shops. Contact the Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber or Nevada City Chamber for a listing of area galleries. Below is a listing of local antique shops:
An Inner Sanctum 308 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 478-9905 Hardy Books P.O. Box 95, Nevada City, (530) 470-9090, hardybooks.com La Cache 218 Broad St., Nevada City, (530) 265-8104 lacachejewelry.com Main Street Antiques & Books 214½ Main St., Nevada City (530) 265-3108, (530) 272-7949 Nevada City Furniture & Mattresses 118 Argall Way, Nevada City, (530) 265-6000
The Magic Carpet 408 Broad St., Nevada City, (530) 265-9229 themagiccarpet.biz Antique Emporium 150 Mill St., Grass Valley, (530) 272-7302 Clocksmith Antiques & Collectibles 217 W. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 272-2327 Antique Gallery 202 W. Main St., Grass Valley, (530) 272-2327 Antique Palace: The R.D. Schmitz Collection 138 E. Main St., Grass Valley, (530) 273-6043
Rogers Picture Framing & Restoration Services 210 Spring St., Nevada City, (530) 265-4248
A La Mode Vintage 127 Neal St., Grass Valley, (530) 272-1287
Shaw’s Antiques 210 Main St., Nevada City, (530) 265-2668
Schmitz Antiques 318 Broad St., Nevada City, (530) 265-1932
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Center for the arts
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The amphitheaters and historic halls of Nevada County provide the stage for a number of excellent performing arts companies. They include: • C .A.T.S: The Community Asian Theatre of the Sierra is a diverse group of performers offering quality theater with an Asian emphasis. 228 Commercial St., #88, Nevada City. (530) 273-6362 or catsweb.org •C enter for the Arts: Showcases the visual, literary and performing arts with a 300 seat main stage theatre, off center stage black box theatre, gallery and studio spaces. There is an ongoing schedule of concerts, plays, dances, exhibitions, workshops and classes. 314 West Main St., Grass Valley. (530) 274-8384 or www.thecenterforthearts.org • C ommunity Players: One of Nevada County’s original theater companies, the Community Players stage periodic performances. cp_players@yahoo.com • InConcert Sierra: (formerly Twin Cities Concert Association) has been presenting great music in Nevada County since 1946. Solo and small ensemble concerts of classical, jazz and Broadway. (530) 273-3990. www.inconcertsierra.org. •L eGacy Productions: Family run and operated theatre company, with emphasis on producing high quality stage plays that are rare or new to Nevada County. Based mostly at the historic Nevada Theatre, LeGacy utilizes the best of local talent to create an unforgettable theatre experience. PO Box 1223, Nevada City (530) 913-2826 www.legacypresents.com. •M usic in the Mountains: Classical music is featured in the annual Music in the Mountains SummerFest. Fall and Spring events also take place. MIM now calls the Nevada County Fairgrounds — Amaral Family Festival Center — its permanent home. www.musicinthemountains.org • N evada County Concert Band: This community orchestra performs a popular picnic and pops concert series each summer at Pioneer Park in Nevada City. (530) 272-6228 or www.nccb.org •N evada Theatre: Built in 1865, it is the oldest original-use theatre in California. Registered National Historic Landmark. 401 Broad Street, Nevada City. (530) 265-6161 • O ff Broadstreet Theatre: This Nevada City company offers musical comedy with top-notch acting and singing in a unique, cabaret style theater complete with drinks and dessert. 305 Commercial St., Nevada City. (530) 265-8686 or www.offbroadstreet.com. 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide 45
Performing Arts
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• T he Penn Valley Pavilion: This pavilion is set amidst the beautiful natural surrounds of Western Gateway Park, 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley. (530) 432-1990. • Sierra Master Chorale: With Conductor Ken Hardin, a 70-plus member auditioned choir presenting annual holiday and spring concerts. (530) 273-3990. www.sierramasterchorale.org. • Sierra Stages Community Theater: Striving to enrich the cultural life of Nevada County by providing high quality, affordable and accessible performances for everyone. 228 Commercial St., #472, Nevada City. (530) 346-3210 or www.sierrastages.org. • St. Joseph’s Cultural Center: Established in 1866 as an orphanage, school and convent, it now houses the Grass Valley Museum, artists’ studios and serves as a center for cultural events. 410 South Church St., Grass Valley. (530) 272-4725.
Movie Theaters
Del Oro 165 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 273-6932 Sutton Cinemas 399 Sutton Way, Grass Valley (530) 477-9000 Sierra Cinemas 840 E. Main St., Grass Valley (530) 477-9000 The Magic Theater 107 Argall Way, Nevada City (530) 265-8262
Family Fun 49er Family Fun Park 314 Railroad Ave., Grass Valley (530) 272-4949 Amusement parks, party and event planning, mini golf Prosperity Lanes Bowling Alley 420 Henderson St., Grass Valley (530) 274-6484 www.prosperitylanes.com
Nevada Theatre Series 401 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 477-FILM (3456)
Night Life
Cirino’s at Main Street 213 W Main St., Grass Valley (530) 477-6000
Cooper’s 235 Commercial St., Nevada City (530) 265-0116 • coopersnclive.com Dew Drop Inn 19729 Cerrito Rd., Grass Valley (530) 268-1065 grassvalleydewdropinn.com Gary’s Place 158 Mill St., Grass Valley (530) 272-5509 • garysplaceonline.com Holbrooke Hotel & Saloon 212 W Main St., Grass Valley (530) 273-1353 • www.holbrooke.com McGee’s Annex 315 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-3205 Mine Shaft 222 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-6310 • mineshaftsaloon.com 46 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
National Hotel 211 Broad St., Nevada City (530) 265-4551 • thenationalhotel.com Nevada Club 108 W Main St., Grass Valley (530) 274-0947 Stinky Mulligan’s 10934 Combie Rd., Auburn (530) 268-4792 Tack Room Restaurant & Bar 17356 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley (530) 432-1126 Towers Casino 115 Bank St., Grass Valley (530) 273-4100 • towerscasino.com The Old 5 Mile House 18851 Highway 20, Nevada City (530) 265-5155 www.theold5milehouse.com
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presenting the best in regional, national and international performers in the visual, literary and performing arts
Friday, August 5
Stars at North Star House
Aaron Neville Sunday, September 25
Judy Collins Friday, November 18
Robert Cray Saturday, December 3
Ira Glass
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www.thecenterforthearts.org
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Getting Married W
hy are more couples choosing to be married in Nevada County? It’s more than the beautiful and historic locations, it’s the people who will make your wedding special in every way. As this area has grown in popularity as an attractive wedding destination, so have the number of specialists who will cater to every wedding need. Nevada County provides unique locations for ceremonies, receptions, and rehearsal dinners, comfortably situated within easy walking distance of romantic sites, bed & breakfast inns, fine dining and charming shops. It will be easy to assemble a personal support staff, the experts to help make your wedding day carefree: Caterers, jewelers, florists, musicians, photographers, hairdressers, manicurists and massage therapists, even a flower-decked horse drawn carriage. In Nevada City and Grass Valley, brides, grooms and wedding guests will enjoy award-winning wineries, historic Gold Rush sites, art galleries, and many lakes, rivers and trails that offer healthy year-round recreation. For more information on local weddings and wedding services, call the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce at (530) 265-2692 for a free wedding packet or visit www.nevadacitychamber.com and click on “Weddings.”
Outdoors in Nevada County O
utdoor lovers will think they’re in paradise when they discover the variety of walking, hiking, road and mountain biking, and wealth of other recreation activities available in and around Nevada County. Detailed hiking and mountain biking tour maps, with distances and levels of difficulty are available free at local chamber of commerce visitor centers and the Nevada City Ranger District office located at 631 Coyote Street, Nevada City. 48 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
Golf, Disc Golf & Tennis
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golf courses • Alta Sierra Country Club: Semi-private 18-hole championship course with public play afternoons. 11897 Tammy Way, Grass Valley. (530) 273-2010. • DarkHorse Golf Club: Public, 18-hole championship course. Rated top public course by “Golf Magazine” and “Golf Digest.” Full practice facility, driving range, golf academy. Open daily. Reduced afternoon, senior and junior rates. 13450 Combie Road, Auburn/Grass Valley. (530) 269-7900 or www.darkhorsegolf.com. • Lake of the Pines Golf Club: Semi-private, 18-hole championship course, driving range, putting green and chipping facility. Open daily, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 11665 Lakeshore North, Auburn. (530) 268-8337. • Nevada County Country Club: Semi-private nine-hole course open to public weekday afternoons and all day weekends. 1040 E. Main St., Grass Valley. (530) 273-6437. • Quail Valley Golf Course: Public, open daily. Driving range. 12594 Auburn Road, Grass Valley. (530) 274-1340.
Disc golf • Condon Park: Rates as one of the best disc golf courses in California. Grass Valley. Minnie Street off Butler Street. (530) 274-4350. • Western Gateway Park: Open sunrise to sunset. Available to rent or for tournament play. 18560 Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley. (530) 432-1990.
tennis courts • Club Sierra: 130 W. Berryhill Drive, Grass Valley. (530) 477-8800. • Mautino Park: 10609 Alta Street, Grass Valley. (530) 274-4350. • Memorial Park: Race Street at Colfax Avenue, Grass Valley. (530) 274-4350. • Pioneer Park: Nimrod Street, Nevada City. (530) 265-2496. • Ridge Racquet Club: 1041 Ridge Road, Grass Valley. (530) 273-8514. •W estern Gateway Regional Park: Penn Valley Drive, Penn Valley. (530) 432-1990. 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide 49
Parks
Neighborhood Parks
• Condon Park: In Grass Valley, this large wooded park offers hiking, disc golf, an arboretum, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, bocce ball court, baseball fields, and picnic and barbecue areas. You may rent the L.O.V.E. Building located Condon park on the park site for private parties and meetings. Minnie Street off Butler Street. (530) 274-4350. • Glenn Jones Picnic Area: Adjacent to North Star Mining Museum, at the corner of McCourtney and Allison Ranch Road. A beautiful, secluded area alongside Wolf Creek with lawn and picnic tables. Quiet, shaded and peaceful. A great place to have lunch. • Mautino Park: 10609 Alta St., Grass Valley's newest park is in the northwest section. The park offers tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts and a soccer field as well as a playground. • Memorial Park: Grass Valley’s park has a lighted softball field, playground, horseshoes and shuffleboard, public swimming pool, tennis and picnic areas. (530) 274-4350. • Pioneer Park: Located in Nevada City on Nimrod Street, Pioneer Park has a public swimming pool (seasonal hours), playground, tennis courts, baseball fields, a band shell, horseshoe pits, picnic and barbecue areas, sand volleyball court, playground and meeting lodge. For more information (530) 265-2496. • Tobiassen Park: Next to the Rood Center beyond library, off Hwy. 49, Nevada City. Ball field, pond, trails, picnic tables. • Western Gateway Regional Park: This Penn Valley park has several baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, trails, amphitheater, playground, exercise course, horse arena, picnic and barbecue area, and disc golf. Cottage available for parties. (530) 432-1990.
state parks • Empire Mine State Historic Park: The site of one of the oldest, largest, deepest, longest and richest gold mines in California. The park contains many of the mine’s buildings, the Bourn Cottage and gardens, as well as the entrance to 367 miles of abandoned and
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flooded mine shafts. Located in Grass Valley on East Empire Street, it consists of 805 acres of shaded forest — including eight miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. Guided tours and audio-visual presentations are offered throughout the day at various times. Contact the park for a schedule of living history programs, special events and hours. 10791 Empire Street, Grass Valley. (530) 273-8522 • Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park: Site of California’s largest “hydraulic” mine where the foothills were carved away by mighty streams of water — a gold mining technique that washed away entire mountains to find the precious metal. Legal battles between mine owners and downstream farmers eventually ended this method. The park also contains a 7,847-foot bedrock tunnel that served as a drain. The visitor center has exhibits on life in the old mining town of North Bloomfield. The park offers a variety of hiking and mountain biking trails, and a small mountain lake for swimming and fishing. Call for information and operating hours. 23579 North Bloomfield Rd., Nevada City, (530) 265-2740 • South Yuba River State Park: A 20-mile portion of the south fork of the Yuba River that extends from Malakoff Diggins State Park to Bridgeport, which includes the longest single-span covered bridge of its type in the world, four miles of steep, rugged canyon, and the Independence Trail, a wheelchair accessible trail. Visitors can enjoy swimming, hiking, wildflowers and historic sites. Docent-led history, nature and gold-panning tours are offered at selected times throughout the year. The park, north of Nevada City, is located off Highway 49 and is accessible at Edwards Crossing, Purdon Crossing, Highway 49 and Bridgeport. 17660 Pleasant Valley Road, Penn Valley. (530) 4322546 or (530) 273-3884
lakes & reservoirs • Bullards Bar Reservoir: Located northwest of Nevada City in Plumas National Forest, this reservoir is surrounded by rugged countryside. Bullards Bar offers 4,700 surface acres and over 56 miles of shoreline at an elevation of 2,000 feet. There are 39-boat accessible, shaded campgrounds with a full-service marina offering fishing and houseboat rentals, and moorings. (530) 692-3200. • Englebright Lake: Nestled in the scenic Sierra foothills west of Grass Valley and Nevada City. Constructed for the storage of hydraulic gold mining debris, Englebright Dam is a concrete arch structure that spans 1,142 feet across and is 260 feet high, holding back an 112011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide 51
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Lakes, Campgrounds & Hiking
mile long lake with many secluded coves. The lake is unique in that it offers boat-in camping only, on a first-come-first-serve basis for $15 from May 1 to Sept. 30, free from Oct. 1 to April 30. Group picnics are welcome for a fee, reservations required. Boat launching is $4 per day, an annual pass is $30. (530) 432-6427. Skippers Cove Marina has houseboat, boat rentals and docking. (530) 432-6302. • Fuller Lake: Day-use area. Three miles north of Highway 20 on Bowman Road. Nine picnic sites, vault toilets, limited parking. (530) 823-0562 • Rollins Lake: Located between Grass Valley and Colfax, Rollins sits at an elevation of 2,100 feet. It has a surface area of 900 acres with 26 miles of shoreline. A great lake for camping, boating, fishing, sailing and water-skiing. See the camping section for details. • Scotts Flat Lake: East of Nevada City off Highway 20, Scotts Flat sits at 3,100 feet. The lake has 850 acres of surface with seven-plus miles of pine studded shoreline. A nice boating lake with two launch ramps and marina. See the camping section for more details. • Lake Spaulding: A beautiful alpine lake at an elevation of 5,014 feet. It sits in a glacier carved bowl surrounded by giant rocks and a thick pine forest. It offers 25 campsites, five picnic sites, picnic area, fishing, swimming, boating, and boat ramp. Contact the PG&E Regional Land Development office at (916) 386-5164.
campgrounds • Malakoff Diggins State Park/Chute Hill Campground: Thirty sites for tents or RVs plus two rustic cabins. Picnic table and fire pit at each site. Piped water, flush toilets and wood for sale. 23579 North Bloomfield Road Nevada City, (530) 265-2740 • Nevada County Fairgrounds: Forty-four sites with full hookups and 100 sites with water and power. Showers and one convenient dump station. Facilities are available for either individual or group camping. Camping may be unavailable due to previously scheduled activities at the fairgrounds. No tent camping. WiFi available. 11228 McCourtney Rd., Grass Valley, (530) 273-6217 Fax: (530) 273-1146, nevadacountyfair.com/camping • Rollins Lake Resorts: Fantastic fishing and water sports. Twenty-six miles of wooded shoreline. Four campgrounds (listed below) featuring four launch ramps, gas docks, general stores, two restaurants, and 250-plus campsites. 52 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
• Greenhorn: Ten minutes off of Interstate 80. Features 84 sites and the largest swimming beach complete with store and arcade, showers, flush toilets, laundry, barbecues, fire pits and tables in all campsites. 1500 Greenhorn Access Rd., Grass Valley. Reservations: (530) 272-6100 Store: (530) 272-4038 • Long Ravine: Restaurant offers a view of the beach and excellent breakfasts and lunches. Other facilities include store and floating gas pumps. 58 sites surrounded by pines and oaks, showers, picnic tables and barbecues at all sites. (530) 346-6166. www.longravinecampground.com or longravine@ jps.net • Orchard Springs: Located by the dam and caters to fishermen. Slips, hot showers, flush toilets, store, group barbecue area and tables. Nestled in pines and cedars. Sixty sites, 18 with full hookups, new cabins. Tenters welcome. 19085 Lansen Rd., Chicago Park, (530) 346-2212 www.osresort.com • Peninsula: Shaded, spacious lake view, lakeside and wooded sites with clean flush toilets and hot showers. Fishing, water sports, swim beach. Seventy-eight sites in a friendly, family atmosphere. 21597 You Bet Road, Grass Valley, (530) 477-9413 www.penresort.com • Scotts Flat Lake: Camping, picnicking, swimming, fishing, boating, skiing, boat rentals, bait and tackle, gas dock, dry storage, mooring, store, hot showers, playground. 23333 Scotts Flat Road Nevada City, Reservations: (530) 265-5302, Marina: (530) 265-0413. www.scottsflatlake.net • Washington, Calif.: Located at the base of Washington Ridge next to the South Fork of theYuba River and between Nevada City and the intersection of State Route 20 and Interstate 80. Leaving Nevada City, drive east on Hwy. 20 for approximately 13 miles and turn on Washington Road, which winds its way down into the canyon for about six miles. There are no gas stations in Washington so leave Grass Valley with a full tank. • Gene’s Pine-Aire Campground: (530) 265-2832 www.rvthereyet. • River Rest Resort Campground: (530) 265-4306 www.riverresort.com • Golden Quartz Picnic Site: Three miles east of the town of Washington on an unpaved road. Seven picnic sites, vault toilet. Elevation 2,900. • U.S. Forest Service Campgrounds: All family campgrounds have sites available on a first come, first served basis. In some of the more popular fee sites, reservations can be made by calling ReserveUSA: 1-877-444-6777 or visiting www.reserveusa.com There are many other camping opportunities in the Tahoe National Forest. For more information, call the Nevada City Ranger District at (530) 265-4531 or the Truckee Ranger District at (530) 587-3558.
campgrounds: highway 20 corridor
Campgrounds located east of Grass Valley and Nevada City:
• White Cloud: Fee charged, 45 sites, no trailer size limit, flush and vault toilets. Elevation: 4,200 • Skillman Group Site: An equestrian’s campground. Fee charged, 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide 53
15 campsites, twelve with room for trailers. Tie rails, corrals, and water troughs. Limited parking. Elevation: 4,400. For scheduling info call (209) 295-4512 • Bowman Lake: Located north of Highway 20, five miles west of Interstate 80. Campgrounds are located on rough dirt roads. • Lindsey Lake: 7 unimproved sites. Pack in/pack out. Elevation: 5,565. • Carr Lake: 5 unimproved sites. Pack in/Pack out. Elevation: 5,565. • Jackson Creek: 14 campsites, vault toilets, and limited parking. Elevation: 5,600. • Canyon Creek: 20 campsites. Access can be difficult for passenger vehicles, recreation vehicles and trailers. Elevation: 6,000. • Grouse Ridge: 9 walk-in tent campsites. Pack in/Pack out. Elevation: 7,520. • Faucherie Group Campground: Call ReserveUSA for reservations (877) 444-6777. 25-person group campsite. Limited space for small trailers.
hiking trails: empire mine state park • Hardrock Trail Trailhead: Empire Mine Visitor Center. Where to park: Main Parking Lot. Directions: Exit Hwy. 49 at Empire Street, drive east one mile to park. Distance of hike: 2 mile loop. Degree of difficulty: 2. Seasons: All year. Historical significance: Passes many historic mining sites. Visitors entering through the visitor center must pay admission. Free entry is allowed by parking at the Pennsylvania Gate equestrian staging area. This trail is the only one in the park for hikers only; no mountain bikers or equestrians are allowed. Dogs must be leashed. Open daily sunrise to sunset. Trail maps are available at park visitor center.
• Osborne Hill Trail Trailhead: Empire Mine Visitor Center or Pennsylvania Gate. Where to park: Main Parking Lot. Directions: Exit Highway 49 at Empire Street, drive east one mile to park. Distance of hike: Approx 5 miles. Degree of difficulty: Up to 6. Seasons: All year. Historical Significance: Area is dotted with old mine sites and foundations. Beautiful forest setting, small creek crossing. Trail maps are available at the park visitors center.
• Union Hill Trail Trailhead: Highway 174 at Empire Street. Where to park: Main Parking Lot. Directions: Exit Hwy. 49 at Empire Street, drive east one mile to park. Distance of hike: Approx. 4 miles of trail on Union Hill. Degree of difficulty: Up to 4. Seasons: All year. Historical significance: Area is filled with old mine sites and includes the pipeline that brought water to the mines. Detailed trail maps are available at the park visitors center.
hiking trails: South Yuba State Park • Bridgeport Buttermilk Trail Trailhead: Off Pleasant Valley Road, upstream of Bridgeport, north side of river. Directions: From Grass Valley, west on Highway 20 to Penn Valley, right (north) on Pleasant Valley Rd. 8 miles to Bridgeport. Distance of hike: 1.25 miles each way. Degree of difficulty: Fairly flat except for one 50-yard upslope. A favorite wildflower
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hike in March-May. Offers nice views of the river canyon, access to many swimming holes. Literature available at the ranger station.
• South Yuba River Independence Trail Trailhead: Highway 49, six miles northwest of Nevada City. Distance of hike: 2.5 miles each way. Degree of difficulty: Both 2.5 miles sections are rated 1. West Loop: 5. Wheelchair Access: 1/5 miles in each direction of trailhead. Historical significance: Trail follows alignment of the Excelsior Canal, built during the Gold Rush, with Gold Rush era flumes. Flume and canal systems built to carry water now carry people. Wildflower walks in spring.
• South Yuba River Trail Trailhead: Eight miles northeast of Nevada City, off North Bloomfield Road. Directions: Highway 49 to North Bloomfield Road. Drive eight miles, past the river, follow signs to the campground and trailhead. Distance of hike: 7.5 miles one way. Degree of difficulty: 7. Trail passes through Gold Rush remains. Trail can also be accessed from Purdon Crossing. Hiking, horseback riding, picnic sites, primitive and maintained camping, plus swimming, fishing, nature study.
hiking trails: malakoff diggins state park • Blair Trail Trailhead: North Bloomfield Road near North Bloomfield. Distance of hike: 1/2 mile loop. Degree of difficulty: 2. Seasons: Year-round. Some snow in winter. The Blair Lake dates to the mining era. Spur goes to campground, 3/4 mile. Pine and cedar forests. No dogs, bicycles or horses.
• Diggins Loop Trail Trailhead: Diggins overlook, North Bloomfield Road. Parking available. Distance of hike: Three-mile loop. Degree of difficulty: 3. Trail loops through what was once the largest hydraulic mining operation in the world.
• Humbug Creek Trail Trailhead: North Bloomfield Road in the state park. Distance of hike: 3 miles each way. Degree of difficulty: 6. Historical Significance: Includes a 1,000-foot return climb out of the river canyon. Malakoff was once the largest hydraulic mine in the world and its almost 8,000-foot North Bloomfield drain tunnel emptied into Humbug Creek, carrying mine tailings into the South Yuba River. Trail connects with the South Yuba Trail at the river. Waterfalls, swimming in the Yuba. Historic relics include ditches, mine shafts, rock walls. No pets, no mountain bikes.
• North Bloomfield Trail Trailhead: North Bloomfield Road, village of North Bloomfield. Distance of hike: 1/2 mile. Degree of difficulty: 6 Seasons: Year-round. Some snow in winter. Pine and cedar forests. • Rim Trail Trailhead: North Bloomfield Road or Malakoff Campground. Directions: From Nevada City, Highway 49 north to Tyler-Foote Crossing Road, then right (east) to Malakoff Diggins. Distance of hike: Three miles. Degree of difficulty: 6. Views of the Malakoff hydraulic diggings. Pine and cedar forests. Pets must be leashed. 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide 55
Hiking Trails: Spenceville Wildlife area
Spenceville Wildlife Area: www.spenceville.org
• Fairy Falls Trail: Hiking, biking, equestrian. The Old Spenceville Road Trail takes a sharp right at a locked gate, a few hundred yards east of the North Valley Trail. After turning to the right, continue along the old road and through the small wooden gate, up the hill until you arrive at the cattle guard. From this spot you will have wonderful view of an open, broad, pastoral valley, ringed with oaks and covered with wildflowers in spring and a variety of grasses in the summer. The old road heads straight ahead and then to the right, where you will see two trails, the Upper and Lower Loop Trails heading up the hill. If you continue straight along the old road, you will be on the Fairy Falls Trail. This trail follows Dry Creek. You may see the bedrock grinding holes in the flat rocks that line the creek, left by the Nisenan when they ground acorns at the stream’s edge. As the old road turns to trail and begins to climb the hill, you will know that you are near the falls.
• Old Spenceville Road Trail: Hiking, biking, equestrian. Trail begins at the cement bridge in front of the reclaimed copper mine and runs west and east along Dry Creek. Cross the gated cement bridge and head east (to the right at the mine) along the level dirt road for about a mile until you link up with North Valley Trail and the Falls trails. You will pass rich bird habitat along the road and wildflowers in the spring. • Upper Loop Trail: Hikers only. Take the left trail that climbs the hill from the Fairy Falls Trail. You will wind your way through oaks and past hillsides of lilies in the spring. This trail offers the best long distance views of the Spenceville area. On a clear day, you can see the Sutter Buttes. This trail links up with the Fairy Falls Trail right near the falls.
tahoe national forest
The Tahoe National Forest encompasses 177,000 acres of Nevada County, from Nevada City east to the state line. The forest provides some of the best outdoor recreation in the nation and includes more than 600 miles of hiking, biking, equestrian, and OHV trails. It also has more than 100 camping and picnic grounds, and many resorts, private camps, and ski areas. Hundreds of lakes and miles of streams are the source of drinking water for the county and provides extensive fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. For more information, contact the Nevada City Ranger District at (530) 265-4531 or www.fs.fed.us/r5/tahoe.
hiking trails: tahoe national forest
• Canyon Creek Trail: Trailheads: North trailhead off Bowman Lake Road at Windy Point, South trailhead at the Arctic Mine, 6.3 miles from Washington. Directions: From Nevada City, Highway 20 east to Bowman Lake Road, approximately. 22 miles, then 11.9 miles north to the unmarked trailhead, or east on Highway 20 to Washington Road, approx. 13.3 miles, then 5.2 miles to Washington, then 6.3 miles to trailhead. Distance of hike: 8 miles one-way. Degree of difficulty: 1. Creekside hike through rugged primitive terrain. • Grouse Lakes Area: Trailhead: Grouse Ridge Lookout. Directions: From Nevada City, Highway 20 east, left on Bowman Lake Road. Proceed north six miles. Right on Grouse Ridge Road. Campground is 5.3 56 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
miles up a bumpy dirt road. Distance of hike: Two to eight miles. Degree of difficulty: 3-10. Some trails date to the mining days. High alpine environment, expansive views, lakes, fishing, swimming, wildflowers. From the Grouse Ridge Lookout Campground you can also hike north to the Glacier Lake Trail and experience high Sierra meadows, forests and glacial moraine. The lake is nestled in the shadows of the Black Buttes. Distance of hike: 4 miles from Grouse Ridge Lookout. Degree of difficulty: 5. • Missouri Bar Trail: Trailhead: Off Highway 20, across from The Old 5 Mile House, Nevada City. Directions: Highway 20 East from Nevada City. Left at Harmony Ridge Market. Distance: 20 miles. Degree of difficulty: 3.
• Missouri Bar Trail: Trailhead: Located off Forest Road No. 729-3. Directions: From Nevada City, Highway 49 north to TylerFoote Crossing Road, then right (east) to Malakoff Diggins and Relief Hill Road. Follow signs. Distance of hike: 1.6 miles one-way. Degree of difficulty: 6. Planned trail extension will provide connection to the South Yuba River Trail. • Pioneer Trail: Trailhead: Off Highway 20, across from The Old 5 Mile House, Nevada City. Directions: Highway 20 east from Nevada City, left at Harmony Ridge Market, across from The Old 5 Mile House. Distance of hike/bike ride: 20 total miles. Degree of difficulty: 3. • Rock Creek Nature Trail: Trailhead: Off access road, seven miles east of Nevada City. Directions: Highway 20 east from Nevada City, left on Washington Ridge Conservation Camp Road. Follow signs to access road, park at trail head. Distance of hike: 0.8 mile loop. Degree of difficulty: 1. Wheelchair Access: First 500 feet of trail. This interpretive trail has been used for many years in school nature study programs. Native plants and trees are identified. Brochures are available at the trailhead. Horses prohibited.
walking tours: self-guided
Grass Valley combines the rich heritage of yesterday and the best of today, offering visitors and history buffs an interesting glimpse into the past. This historic tour begins at the Lola Montez House, today’s home to the Grass Valley/Nevada County Chamber of Commerce. The tour can be enjoyed on foot, by bicycle or car. Walkers and cyclists should be in reasonably good shape and able to climb hills. Remember, many of the buildings on the tour are now private residences and are not open to the public. Nevada City is among the most interesting of California Gold Rush towns. For a journey into California’s golden history, Nevada City ranks with Northern California’s best. First time visitors are attracted by the old mining town appearance. The entire downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The historic district includes a total of 93 buildings. Eight individual buildings are also listed on the register and Nevada City contains another 18 state and local landmarks.
guided tours Haunted Nevada City & Grass Valley Ghost Tours: Available July, August and October. Haunted Grass Valley: Friday at 7:30 p.m. departs from steps of Grass Valley Library on Mill Street. Haunted Nevada City: Saturday at 7:30 p.m., departs from 132 Maint St. (Robinson Plaza) Adults: $10, Age 6-12: $5, 5 and under: Free. No reservations necessary. Private tours available. hauntedisles.com/ walkingtours.html or (530) 265-6877. 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide 57
driving tour: self-guided
Yuba Donner Scenic Byway: From Grass Valley/Nevada City, take Routes 20, 49, 89, and 80. The 160 mile loop of highways showcases some of the best scenery America has to offer. Among things to do and see along the byway are hiking, skiing, swimming, fishing, camping, picnicking, gold panning, picture taking, sightseeing (there are many museums that tell of the rich gold mining and Emigrant Trail history of the area), rock climbing, boating, golfing, river rafting, dining, shopping and just plain ol’ relaxing. The route includes the historic towns of Nevada City, Truckee, Sierraville and Downieville. Attractions along the way include historic sites and geological diversity. Driving time: four hours.
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Gated Communities Lake of the Pines Lake of the Pines, located in south Nevada County, is a haven for families. Easily accessible and from via historic Highway 49, the area boasts of one of the highest rated school districts in the state. Lake of the Pines consists of almost 2,000 members and offers not only 24hour security, but a lake complete with fishing, sailing, boating, tennis courts, golf course and restaurant. Shopping and dining are close at the Lake Center, which also houses dental, medical and various other health practitioners.
Lake Wildwood Lake Wildwood is less than 10 miles from Grass Valley and located amid scenic rolling hills surrounding a private 300-acre lake. Amenities include 24-hour security patrol, 65 acres of parks and greenbelts, an 80 slip marina with a launching ramp, a new lakeside community center, a swimming pool, tennis courts, and an 18-hole golf course. Residents enjoy a wide range of recreational activities, as well as Lifelong Learning courses. The Wildwood Shopping and Business Centers, conveniently located across from the main entrance, offer a large selection of shops and services. 58 2011 Nevada County Visitor’s Guide
Cycling
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evada County has long been popular with bicyclists. The 51-year-old Nevada City Bicycle Classic is the longest-running bike race on the West Coast, attracting world-class cyclists each Father’s Day. Mountain biking has also become a big part of the tradition and Nevada County has become known far and wide for its mountain bike riding opportunities. Local trail guides for both road biking and mountain biking are available at local bike shops and Chamber of Commerce Visitor Centers. Tour of Nevada City Bicycle Shop 457 Sacramento St., Nevada City, (530) 265-2187 www.tourofnevadacity.com Mountain Recreation Outfitters ONLY 491 East Main St., Grass Valley (530) 477-8006 • www.mtnrec.com
Sierra Express Bicycle Club 228 Commercial St., PMB 163, Nevada City sierraexpress.org Bicyclists of Nevada County (BONC) P.O. Box 1311, Nevada City (530) 274-DIRT • bonc.org
Xtreme Outfitters Cycle & Skates 1200 East Main St., Suite D, Grass Valley (530) 477-2377 For more information on cycling in Nevada County:
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