Experience some holiday fun at the Chester Ice Rink
Cool Springs Campsite at edge of Butt Valley Reservoir

Cool Springs Campground

Enjoy the outstanding views and tranquil atmosphere at Butt Valley Reservoir when you set up camp at Cool Springs Campground in Northern California.

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  • Check box with checkmark in it Boat Dock
  • Check box with checkmark in it Waterfront

Seasons open

  • Check box with checkmark in it April - May
  • Check box with checkmark in it June - October

Price range

  • Check box with checkmark in it Less than $75

Traveler experience

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Northwest Plumas

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Kayer of Butt Valley Reservoir
Butt Valley Reservoir
 Northwest Plumas
Olsen Barn with view of meadow and Lassen Peak
The Olsen Barn
 Northwest Plumas
view of Mt. Lassen from Spencer Meadow Trail
Lassen National Forest
 Northwest Plumas
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Ice skaters on Chester Ice Skating rink with Community Tree with lights
Chester Community Ice Skating Rink
 Nov 29 - Mar 17 Northwest Plumas
Chester
Chester Park
Willow Street off of Main Street

Time for some frolic and fun in Chester Park! *Open: Saturdays 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm Sundays 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Ranger led snowshoe walk at Lassen Volcanic National Park
Guided Snowshoe Walks
 Jan 4 - Mar 30 Northwest Plumas
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1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Lassen Volcanic National Park

Snowshoe with a Lassen Park Ranger on the weekend! Snowshoe hikes begin promptly at 1:30 pm at the visitor center and are approximately two hours long.

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Chilly Chili Cook-off
 Feb 15 Northwest Plumas
Chester
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Chester Park
Meadowbrook Loop off of Main Street

Chester Park will transform into a lively celebration of delicious chili, refreshing beverages, and fantastic live music—all while supporting a great cause.

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Pine Shack Frosty
 Northwest Plumas
Chester321 Main Street
530-258-2593
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Nothing is better than a burger or a dog through a window! A local favorite for ice cream treats, dinners, fries and more for over 40 years.

Cravings
 Northwest Plumas
Chester278 Main Street
530-258-2229
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Specialize in traditional breakfast & lunch favorites made from scratch with tasty twists, and fresh baked goods.
Koninkrijk Koffiehuis
 Northwest Plumas
Chester240 Main Street
(530) 259-4221

Dutch bakery and coffee house. Out of this world pastries, cookies, breakfast and lunch quiches, and savory pastry wraps. Outside seating.

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Ayoob’s Intermountain Hardware
 Northwest Plumas
Chester201 Main Street
530-258-2611
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Your local one-stop-shop! From paint and chainsaws, to fishing and hunting supplies. Serving the Lake Almanor community for over 75 years.

displays inside Sonshine Flowers
Sonshine Flowers
 Northwest Plumas
Chester357 Main
530-258-4543
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Custom floral arrangements, gifts, plants, and tuxedo rental located in mid town Chester.
Jeff Roe’s Produce & Pie Shop
 Northwest Plumas
Chester539 Main Street
(530) 259-4295
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Fresh produce, deli sandwiches, smoothies, milkshakes and homemade pies.

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