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Things to Do

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Plumas County Events

Quincy
7:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Town Hall Theatre
469 Main St

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it.

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Beckwourth
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Whittemore Family Farm
4118 Segundo Rd

Every weekend 9/30-10/29. Games, activities, bounce house, corn maze, fresh produce, the best bake sale ever, and lots of pumpkins!

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Quincy
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Rugged Roots Farm
501 Crescent St

Come on out for the Lost Sierra Food Project’s final farm stand of the season!

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Quincy
9:00 am
Plumas County Fairgrounds

Join us for our annual FRC rodeo! Featuring teams from the West Coast Region who will bring their rodeo athletes to the Plumas County Fairgrounds to showcase their talent

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Quincy
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Drunk Brush
438 Main Street

Wine tastingg and appetizers at the Drunk Brush. Come have an evening of fun while supporting Plumas Charter School.

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Quincy
7:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Town Hall Theatre
469 Main St

Tony Award winner Ben Platt and Molly Gordon star in the original comedy THEATER CAMP as Amos and Rebecca-Diane

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Lake Almanor
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Blue Goose Gallery of Artists
289 Clifford Drive

Please join us for First Friday fun! FREE! Door prizes, games, and more! Co-op and displays of over 40 talented artists, many calling Northern California home.

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Quincy
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Plumas Arts Gallery
525 Main Street

​For the month of October, Plumas Arts Gallery is featuring the work of Patrick Luscri.

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Quincy
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Main Street Artists Gallery
436 Main St

Stop by Main Street Artists Gallery during downtown Quincy’s Art Walk. October featured artists will be Deanna Osborne and Sally Posner.

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10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Crescent Country

Parking lot full of great stuff & a Store full of treasures! Food available by Crushabowl. Come check out this fun event in Beautiful Indian Valley!

Quincy
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Rugged Roots Farm
501 Crescent St

Pumpkins, produce, festive snacks, kids activities with Farmer Kari, live music from Fish Tacos, and beer from Quintopia.

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Graeagle
10:00 am
Graeagle Meadows Golf Course
6934 Hwy 89

Four player scramble, shot-gun start. The proceeds will be split between Graeagle and Quincy Fire Departments. Awards and appetizers will be served post tournament.

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Quincy
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Drunk Brush
438 Main Street

The Breakers and the Drunk Brush present: FreQuincy concert series. Live Music at Drunk Brush Wine Bar in downtown Quincy.

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Portola
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Western Pacific Railroad Museum
700 Western Pacific Way

Visit the Museum. Special motorcar rides are available 11 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 4 pm. Rides are free with the regular museum admission.

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Quincy
6:45 pm – 9:00 pm
Patti's Thunder Cafe
557 Lawrence Street

“WORDS & MUSIC has an amazing ability to create a sense of place and belonging. It provides a safe place for artists to try on their new work, encourages an attentive audience

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Quincy
7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Plumas Bank Stage, Plumas County Fairgrounds
204 Fairground Rd

FREE all-ages community spinjam. Bring poi, hoops, props and fuel for fire dancing! We will provide play props for the kiddos and fire safety equipment. Potluck dinner/snacks.

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Taylorsville
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Rock Club
4288 Cemetary St

Quilts, handmade items, art, crafts, raffle, and bake sale. Lunch and quilt show also available at the Methodist Church from 11-2.

Quincy
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Plumas County Fairgrounds
204 Fairground Road

Beer, Music, Food, Fall Colors and FUN!

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Chester
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Mt. Lassen Theatre
200 Main Street

The True Story of the Robertson Family

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Quincy
West End Theatre
541 Main Street

Everyone’s favorite mysterious and spooky family, The Addams Family, takes the stage in this comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family. Get tickets today!

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Genesee
10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Heart K Ranch
702 Beckwourth Genesee Rd

Check the Feather River Land Trust’s website for more details to be announced.

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8:15 am
Bizz Johnson Trail

Meet at 8:15at the Historic Susanville Depot to take part in the bus ride and bike shuttle to choice of three trailheads along the Bizz Johnson Trail.

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Portola
Western Pacific Railroad Museum
700 Western Pacific Way

Ride the train to the Pumpkin Patch to purchase your pumpkins! Hourly departures from 1-5pm, plus Spooky Night Trains on Saturdays.

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Canyondam
9:00 pm – 1:00 am
Plumas Pines Resort
3000 Almanor Drive

Come join us in your best costume for our last big shindig for the 2023 Season. Enjoy the music of Nothin’ Personal. Prizes for different categories.

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Chester
3:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Mt. Lassen Theatre
200 Main Street

The True Story of the Robertson Family

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Quincy
9:00 pm – 12:00 am
Quincy Vets Hall
274 Lawrence St

20th Annual Halloween Bash w/ Mitch Polzak & the Royal Deuces. This longtime running tradition will be sure to satisfy your spooky senses! Costume contest & prizes!

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Portola
Western Pacific Railroad Museum
700 Western Pacific Way

Ride the train to the Pumpkin Patch to purchase your pumpkins! Hourly departures from 1-5pm, plus Spooky Night Trains on Saturdays.

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Quincy
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Downtown Quincy
Main Street

Enjoy plenty of sweet treats from our participating merchants.

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Chester
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Old Town
Main Street

Merchant’s Safe Trick or Treat down Main Street Chester. Stop by our spooktacular backdrop and take your picture to be entered into the Halloween Costume Contest.

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10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Crescent Country

Parking lot full of great stuff & a Store full of treasures! Food available by Crushabowl. Come check out this fun event in Beautiful Indian Valley!

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Quincy
6:45 pm – 9:00 pm
Patti's Thunder Cafe
557 Lawrence Street

“WORDS & MUSIC has an amazing ability to create a sense of place and belonging. It provides a safe place for artists to try on their new work, encourages an attentive audience

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Chester
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Chester, Lake Almanor, Greenville, Crescent Mills, Taylorsville

Join those who love this annual tradition. Experience the warmth and hospitality of small town America from Chester and Lake Almanor to Westwood and Indian Valley.

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Lake Almanor
7:00 am – 11:00 am
Bailey Creek Parking Lot
433 Durkin Drive

Walk, Jog, or Run to our annual 5k Turkey Trot in Bailey Creek! Registration starts at 7am and the run begins at 8am. Come early for free coffee and pastries! First 50 runners

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Chester
5:00 pm – 5:45 pm
Chester Park
Willow Street

Join us at our 3rd Annual Community Tree Lighting at Chester Park! Tree Lighting, Music, Candlelight Carols, Booths, Food & Drinks. Tree L

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Quincy
West End Theatre
541 Main St

Follow 9-year-old Ralphie Parker in his quest to get a genuine Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas. This Christmastime favorite is a heartwarming, funny treat for the whole family!

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Quincy
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Downtown Quincy
Main Street

Enjoy late night shopping, dining, live entertainment, the Light Parade, Christmas Tree Lighting and a visit from Santa!

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Portola
Western Pacific Railroad Museum
700 Western Pacific Way

Enjoy rides aboard a festive holiday train covered in lights. Free homemade cookies, hot cider, coffee and hot chocolate. And the kids get to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus!

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Quincy
6:45 pm – 9:00 pm
Patti's Thunder Cafe
557 Lawrence Street

“WORDS & MUSIC has an amazing ability to create a sense of place and belonging. It provides a safe place for artists to try on their new work, encourages an attentive audience

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Shopping in Plumas County

Quincy173 Lawrence St.
(530) 551-2626
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Gallery gift shop featuring local artists including leatherworks, furniture, collectibles, soaps and lotions, and so much more!

chester632 Main Street
530-258-2525
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A wide variety of pet supplies are offered by owner Michele, who has over 35 years of experience with animals. T-F 10-5pm; Sat 10-4pm.

Greenville19406 Highway 89, Box 245
(530) 284-6313
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Incorporated in 1980, Rileys Jerky is produced locally in Greenville , CA . 7 tantalising flavors. Available on site, online & select retail outlets.

Chester680 Main Street
530-258-2212
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Packed with everything from furniture to house gadgets, this thrift store offers lots and lots of items at great prices.

Chester208 Main St
(530) 258-3327
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Big selection of Lake Almanor-Chester & Butt Lake Apparel for all family members. Large inventory of Fishing, camping, hunting, & marine supplies.

Quincy1715 Main Street
(530) 283-2706
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Locally owned groceries and supplys specialising in organic foods of all types, exstensive beer & wine selctions. Open 7 days a week 8:00AM to 9:00PM.

Quincy11 Lindan Avenue
(530) 836-4668
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Locally owned, Mountain Mattress offers box store selection & prices, including furniture, bedding accessories & local crafts. 2 locations in Plumas.

Chester357 Main
530-258-4543
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Custom floral arrangements, gifts, plants, and tuxedo rental located in mid town Chester.

Chester417 Main Street
(530) 258-3955
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Mountain hardware store. Excellent customer service & friendly staff. Home décor & appliances. Trusted brands-Stihl, Weber, Traeger, Ben Moore paint.

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.

Chester189 Main Street
530-258-2032

Historic Olde Town Corner Store, built in 1912, is now a one stop convenience store. Beverages, snacks and food, and an old town gas station as well.

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.

Quincy550 Crescent Street
(530) 283-2426
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Full service bike shop, shuttle service, bike rentals, trail maps, local trail knowledge, cycling accessories and apparel.

Chester138 E. Willow St
(530) 258-2424
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Gather Home has everything for your aesthetic needs for home and entertaining! Table Top – Gifts – Interior Decor – Furniture!

Canyon Dam3000 Almanor Dr West
(530) 259-4343
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Our store offers a little bit of everything. We have PPR souvenirs, snacks, beer, wine, fishing tackle or any last-minute camping essentials

Chester539 Main Street
(530) 259-4295
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Fresh produce, deli sandwiches, smoothies, milkshakes and homemade pies.

Taylorsville4316 Thompson St.
(805) 729-6563
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Family-Friendly Flower Farm offering Farm Stand, Dwarf Dairy Goats, Classes, Wedding Blooms, and general good vibes. Come enjoy the good life with us!

Quincy367 Main Street
(530) 616-0230
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Custom Picture Framer, Professional Portrait Photographer. Large Format Printer for your limited edition giclee prints, and we also carry art supplies

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.

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.

Chester278 Main St.
(530) 258-2150
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Indie bookstore with classics to new releases, art gallery and gifts. Grab coffee, breakfast, lunch at Cravings while browsing! It’s the best!

Quincy467 Main St.
(530) 283-1033
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We are a small boutique featuring affordable gifts for bath, home and garden. Many are locally made, inspired by nature, with creative packaging.

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.

Quincy531 Main Street
(530) 283-2266
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Office Supplies, Full print, copy and fax services, Art Supplies. Quincy Souvenirs – T Shirts, sweatshirts, hats , magnets Gifts Gift

Quincy383 Main Street
(530) 283-0404
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We are a family owned and operated business offering Toys, Games, Boutique Children’s Clothing and Hand Scooped Ice cream.

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.

Crescent Mills15771 Hwy 89
(530) 284-6016
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Since 1985 The place to find Unique Treasures ,gifts & keepsakes in beautiful Indian Valley!

Chester220 Main Street
530-280-0767
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Mercantile, old & new home decor, gifts and repurposed items. Great coffee & old fashioned milkshakes. DIYers & gift giving folks you’ll find it here!

Lake Almanor7640 Highway 147
(530) 596-4505
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Karen’s Deli and Pizza at the Branch located along the East Shore of Lake Almanor is the East Shore’s favorite place for Pizza and BBQ Burgers.

Chester123 Main St
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Hand poured candles, small batch soaps, bath and body products, leather goods, jewelry and socks. Something for everyone! Custom orders encouraged.

Quincy525 Main Street
(530) 283-3402
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Art gallery featuring local and regional artists. Pottery, photography, paintings, jewelry, fabric art and greeting cards. Plus many local events.

Quincy2335 E.ain Street
(530) 283-5000
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Parts and service for most outdoor adventure machinery, including Snow Mobiles, Quads ,ATV’s, Dirt Bikes, Chainsaws, Landscape Machinery. UHAUL Rental

Quincy1735 E Main Street
(530) 283-1633
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Available for groups, special events, parties and league bowling. Open Wed-Sun, 12 Noon-until 9:00PM(10:00pm Fri/Sat).

Chester149 Main Street
(530) 258-2338
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A friendly outdoor shop that is passionate about getting folks in the outdoors. We carry a variety of FUN! Bicycles, Hobie Kayaks and SUP.

Quincy411 Main Street
(530) 283-4545
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We are a small business out to make a big difference! Quincy Pharmacy is your local, full-service pharmacy. We also offer unique gifts.

Quincy91 Bradley St.
(530) 283-4735
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A sweet temptation of yummy chocolates, complete scratch bakery, full espresso bar, and unique gifts.

Chester181 Main Street
530-260-2421
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Women’s clothing for the stylish! Great seasonal selections along with jewelry, shoes, hats and more!

Quincy1947 Lee Road
(530) 283-0924
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Full line of construction supplies , hardware and lumber

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.

Chester168 Main St.
(916) 258-2100
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Featuring Polywood Outdoor Patio Furniture. Made in the USA & 20 Year Warranty. Umbrellas, Firepits, Home & Lake Decor, Bears & Custom Wood Signs.

Traveler Guides & Inspiration

We’ve pulled together some ideas and resources to help you effortlessly plan your visit to Plumas County.

Plumas traveler guides

Where to See Fall Colors in Northern California

In early October, the leaves in Plumas County begin transforming to create stunning natural beauty. From creek beds to mountaintops, vibrant leaves contrast brilliantly against the dark green pines and firs that dominate the landscape. We’ve pulled together the best routes that offer an abundance of color and adventure. Our fall foliage guide gets you off the beaten path and into the heart of Plumas County.
Fall foliage in Plumas County
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The Best Lakes in Northern California

With over 100 lakes to choose from, Plumas County offers visitors an opportunity to soak up some of the most beautiful lakes in Northern California. Whether you’re looking to enjoy water sports with a group or relax and unplug on a solo adventure, the diversity of our lakes offers something for everyone. We invite you to unplug and feel the magic of our mountain lakes and the vast forests that surround them.
canoes on lake with sunset
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Waterfalls, Wildflowers, and Wildlife

If you love birding, waterfall hikes, and wildflowers without the crowds, this four day road trip will take you from one end of the Lost Sierra to the other. Plumas County is beautiful all year-round but late spring and early summer offer some incredible nature-based experiences for the intrepid traveler.
Burney Falls in Northern California
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Winter Weekend Ideas in Northern California

Winter in Plumas County is quiet and magical. The region offers everything from cozy cabins and backcountry skiing to family activities like Christmas tree cutting and holiday events. Beat the crowds at Tahoe and other popular winter destinations for your own serene and charming Lost Sierra seasonal adventure.
A backcountry skier climbing Mt Lassen in Northern California
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Spring Weekend Trip Ideas in Northern California

Spring is a wonderful time to visit Plumas County– the valleys are verdant, rivers are rushing, and snow is still on the high mountains. Spring weather is perfect for activities like hiking, birding, wildflower watching, kayaking, and more.
Clouds and reflections on Manzanita Lake
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The 9 Best Museums in Plumas County

Highlights of the 9 best museums in Plumas County.
Plumas County Museum
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Summer Vacation Ideas in Northern California

Plumas County is a summer wonderland of outdoor activities with over a hundred lakes, music festivals, world-class hiking, and mountain town events. Plan your perfect summer vacation high in the Sierra Nevada of Northern California.
arrowleaf balsamroot in Northern California

Outdoor Activities in Plumas County

Places to Visit in Plumas County