5th Annual Plein Air Festival Starts May 9th
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 April - May
  • Check box with checkmark in it June - October

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Northwest Plumas

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Kayer of Butt Valley Reservoir
Butt Valley Reservoir
 Northwest Plumas
view of Mt. Lassen from Spencer Meadow Trail
Lassen National Forest
 Northwest Plumas
Kings Meadow with Lassen peak in background in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Lassen Volcanic National Park
 Northwest Plumas
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Taco Night
Elks Lodge Taco Night
 Apr 10 Northwest Plumas
Chester
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Elks Lodge
164 Main Street

Menu options include: 2 Beef Tacos, Rice @ Beans - $13.00 2 Chicken Enchiladas, Rice & Beans - $15.00 Taco Salad or Combo Plate #15.00

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Lost Sierra Plein Air
5th Annual Lost Sierra Plein Air Festival
 May 9 - May 17 South Central Plumas
Quincy
The Lost Sierra

Experience the beauty of the Lost Sierra through the eyes of artists at the 5th Annual Lost Sierra Plein Air Festival.

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Lake Almanor Memorial Weekend Craft Fair
 May 23 - May 26 Northwest Plumas
Chester
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Chester Park

Whether you're looking for jewelry, home decor, or gifts for loved ones, you can find something special here. Enjoy delicious food and drinks from our vendors while you shop.

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Coffee Station
 Northwest Plumas
chester192 Main
530-258-4112
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Chester's 3rd space. Coffee, beverages, bagels, pastries and friends. And a drive through too! What could be better?
The Walker Mansion Inn
 Northwest Plumas
WestwoodCorner of 3rd and Ash
(530) 256-2133
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Restaurant open only for special events. Each month we offer Afternoon Tea and evening dinner by reservation only. All American comfort food.

TimberHouse Bar and Brewery Bar Back
Timberhouse Restaurant & Brewery
 Northwest Plumas
Chester501 Main Street
530-816-1426
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Seasonal craft beers are on-tap in the bar. The restaurant offers pub fare and a menu with a variety of entrees and sides.

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Almanor Wake Sports
 Northwest Plumas
Chester168 Main Street
530-258-2100
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Surfs up at Almanor Wake Sports that has the latest in water sports items and apparel including the newest “toy,” Soul Craft Boarding.

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Knotty Pine Resort
 Northwest Plumas
Lake Almanor430 Peninsula Drive
(530) 596-3348
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We are your one stop for lake fun. We offer authentic cabin rentals too top of the line boat rentals.

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The Cozy Cabin
 Northwest Plumas
Chester300 Main Street, Suite B
530-258-2275
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Cabin & lake house decor, clothing for men, women & children. Lazy One jammies & robes too. Children's games and books.

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