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Plenty of water
Summer heating up down below? Cool off in the creeks, rivers and lakes that are found throughout Plumas County's forests. Take a dip, wade a stream or feel the cool spray from a boat. Even during this dry year, experts say there will be abundant water up here at the major mountain reservoirs: Almanor, Bucks, Davis and Frenchman, Antelope and Little Grass Valley. So, escape the dry valley or foggy bay and splash on in! |
Try our locally grown food
From farms and pastures
Eat your veggies - right out of local gardens! Don't miss the fun and flavors of two farmer's markets this summer! It's a favorite event for locals and visitors alike on Thursday evenings in Quincy (starting July 5) with numerous vendors and live music. On Fridays (starting June 9), make a daytime trip to Sierra Valley Farms east of Portola, the only certified farmer's market on a farm in the state, also featuring cooking demonstrations from local chefs.
Local produce also can be found at Quincy Natural Food and Evergreen Market in Greenville, or sample it as part of the cuisine at Pangea and Longboards restaurants.
If you're wondering "Where's the beef?" find it in mid-summer at Lawrence and Bradley, a new meat market in Quincy, specializing in grass-fed meats including their own cattle that graze just a few miles from the store. How local can you get? Just wait until you taste their salami. | |
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Wow! 3,558 campsites
There's one for you
Campsites abound for tents and RV's, many being close to alpine lakes and forested, stream-side settings. If the ground isn't your thing try a tent cabin with a cot or if camping is definitely out resorts and cabins are plentiful.  |
Travel the Beckwourth Trail
Be a pioneer for the day
 Why just read about history, when you can literally picture the past on a bus tour?
Experience a pioneer's journey along the historic 1851 Beckwourth Emigrant Trail, from Quincy via Bucks Lake to Oroville back up the spectacular Feather River Canyon, with expert guides pointing out wagon ruts, graves and ghost towns. This field trip on Saturday, July 28 is one of four hosted this year by the Plumas County Museum.
Later adventures (August - Sept -October) include visits to historic working ranches, Mountain Maidu landmarks, and gold-rush towns. Reserve early as seating on the buses is limited (530) 283-6320. | |
