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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Amenities

  • 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

  • Check box with checkmark in it LGBTQ+ Welcoming
  • Check box with checkmark in it Family Friendly

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Northwest Plumas

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Early morning Juniper Lake blanketed in mist
Juniper Lake
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North Fork of the Feather River
Plumas National Forest
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Lake Almanor
 Northwest Plumas
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Upcoming events nearby
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
Mineral
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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Crab Cartoon for Elks Crab Feed
Crab Feed -Chester Elks Lodge
 Jan 25 Northwest Plumas
Chester
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Chester Elks Lodge
164 Main Street

Join us at the Lake Almanor Elks Lodge for a delicious crab feed and support high school scholarships - it's gonna be shell-tastic!

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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.

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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.

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The Ranch House
 Northwest Plumas
Chester669 Main Street
530-258-4226
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The Ranch House is a full service restaurant and bar with friendly staff and a beautiful back patio.

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Blue Goose Gallery
 Northwest Plumas
Chester607 Main Street
530-258-2600
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Such talent in the great Lake Almanor basin, local artisans and crafters share their wares for locals and guest to bring home that unique piece.

Pottery displayed inside Wallick's Pottery World
Tom Wallick Pottery
 Northwest Plumas
Chester632 Main
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A potter for 30+ years, Tom signature style is a piece with graceful lines adorned with "Prehistoric" texturing and crystalline glazing.

Celebrated Interiors
 Northwest Plumas
Chester131 Main Street
(530) 258-3010
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A unique shopping experience of curated home decor collections, accent furniture, jewelry and gifts. Celebrating life with all things beautiful.

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