South of Mohawk Valley, the Lakes Basin
Recreation Area contains dozens of great fishing
lakes, most of them accessible by hiking and
horse trails. Gold Lake, the largest, has a boat
landing and nearby stables. A number of quaint
lakeside lodges in the area offer rustic
accommodations and fine dining.
Formed by glaciers and filled with remnants of the gold rush, the Lakes Basin
area offers pristine camping, hiking and mountain biking. The most prominent
feature on the landscape is the Sierra Buttes, a series of jagged peaks
reminiscent of the Swiss Alps, with a hiking trail to the top.
The Gold Lake Highway through the Lakes Basin area is not plowed during the
winter, making it a popular playground for snowmobilers and cross-country
skiers.
For more information on the Lakes Basin,
visit
Eastern Plumas Chamber of Commerce, or
call (800) 995-6057.
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