Wildflower and Waterfall
Self-guided Tours in Plumas County, Northern
California
Tantalize your senses by exploring the
wildflowers and waterfalls of the
Plumas County area by following
the self-guided tours below. For
up-to-date viewing reports check out
the
Bloom Blog; or if you have
specific questions call (800-326-2247) or
email the Plumas County Visitors Bureau .
More tours will be added as the wildflower
season progresses through July. Also,
please share your favorite
Plumas falls and
flower stories with us.
1.
Table Mountain: A wildflower
garden flourishes on a plateau of ancient
volcanic rock from March through May.
2.
The
Feather River Canyon: Cascading waterfalls and
wildflowers in the spring highlight the
canyon's natural beauty - especially showy from
April through
June with a constantly changing display
of wildflower color.
3.
Indian Valley/Genesee Valley
- Antelope Lake Beckwourth Route: May and June
are the best wildflower months. Beautiful
displays may be seen in Indian Valley,
Genesee Valley and along the route from
Antelope Lake to Beckwourth.
Other wildflower routes in Plumas County
What type of wildflower season will we
have in 2009?
Joe Willis, naturalist and high
school/college teacher: "One can never be
certain, the Farmer's Almanac
notwithstanding, because weather conditions
can change dramatically. Right now, April
7, it seems to me we have the right
combination of warmth and moisture for a
banner year. Also, I am already seeing the
young leaves of many species of flowers I
recognize in the 2500' to 3500' range of
elevation."
"However, a late frost, or an
unusually windy and dry period could reduce
that bounty before it arrives. I'm
optimistic, though, because I'm seeing a few
new species blooming every couple of days.
Further south, say in the Yosemite region,
they're having a banner year in the lower
elevations. We should, too."
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