Your Adventure Awaits
Nestled at the sweet spot where the Sierra Nevada meet the Cascade Mountains, Plumas County offers four seasons of outdoor adventure. From adrenaline-fueled experiences to lazy mornings at a cozy B&B to family fun around the campfire, Plumas is the perfect vacation spot to escape the crowds, relax and recharge.
Outdoor Activities
From floating down a river, to catching sunrise while bird watching, to shredding in the backcountry, countless adventures are calling your name. The only hard part is having to decide what to do.
Places to Visit
Hundreds of lakes and endless miles of backcountry trails, rivers and roads offer unparalleled access to nature. The incredible natural beauty of Plumas County—towering pines and firs, rugged mountains, crystalline lakes, and verdant, sprawling valleys—beckons you to ditch your daily routine and step into another world.
Places to Stay
Find the perfect option that fits all your needs
Getting here is easy
Whether you come for a weekend getaway or an extended stay, escaping from it all is a lot closer than you think. Plumas County is the perfect place to effortlessly explore the natural beauty of Northern California.
City
Chico
Reno
Sacramento
San Francisco
South Lake Tahoe
Distance
1.5 hours
1.5 hours
2.5 hours
4.5 hours
2.5 hours
Trip Inspiration
Explore some of the best Plumas County has to offer without doing any of the planning
Winter Weekend Ideas in Northern California
Summer Vacation Ideas in Northern California
Spring Weekend Trip Ideas in Northern California
Waterfalls, Wildflowers, and Wildlife
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The Best Lakes in Northern California
Where to See Fall Colors in Northern California
Upcoming Events
From family-friendly events to live music to athletic activities, you’ll find an impressive variety of events year-round in Plumas County.
6:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Sierra Bella Lanes
1735 E Main Street
Here for the Summer? Join a bowling league lasting only 10 weeks this Summer for just $20/week. Fun way to meet locals and you don’t have a be good, just have to have fun!!
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12:00 am
The Elegant Farmer
525 Main St
Enjoy summer evenings in Chester with local artisans, fresh flowers, food, beer and wine, and live music during The Elegant Farmer’s new Courtyard Market series.
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sierra Bella Lanes / Lot 31
1735 E Main Street
Spencer Kilpatrick, acclaimed Reno singer-songwriter and frontman of The Sand Gators, delivers soulful Americana, blues, and roots-rock energy for a perfect summer evening
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Plumas County Fairgrounds
204 Fairground Road
The Fair will include the carnival, the livestock show and auction, and special surprises for 2026.
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10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Downtown Quincy
Main Street
“The Best of America – 250 Years” — a perfect chance to showcase the creativity, history, and hometown pride that make Plumas and Sierra Counties so special.
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9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Crescent Country
15771 Hwy 89
Parking lot full of great stuff & a Store full of treasures! Come check out this fun event in Beautiful Indian Valley!
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Spend the weekend celebrating the birds that make Lake Almanor so special, Western and Clarks Grebes. Join Plumas Audubon for kayak or pontoon boat tours, bird walks & more!
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6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sierra Bella Lanes / Lot 31
1735 E. Main Street
Big sound. Outdoor stage. Hot August Summer night. The Back 40 brings rock, alternative favorites, and high-energy fun. Join us for yummy food, cold drinks, and mountain air!
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8:00 am – 3:00 pm
Lake Almanor Country Club
501 Peninsula Drive
The Courage Triathlon is a 2.8 mile run, 6.4 mile bike, 3.1 mile kayak. It can be done as a team of 3 or solo. come join us for a fun & inspiring experience!
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Join us on the porch at Crescent Country in the heart of Indian Valley for a joyful celebration of World Wide Play Music on the Porch Day.
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Crescent Country
15771 Hwy 89
Parking lot full of great stuff & a Store full of treasures! Come check out this fun event in Beautiful Indian Valley!
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Plumas-Sierra County Fairgrouds
Something for everyone in the family—camping, live music, a gamut of mountain adventures, trail building, adventure films, food trucks, a beverage garden and, more fun!
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9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Chester Community Park
Meadow Brook Loop and Willow Street
Join the fun of a “blast from the past” with over 130 car owners showing off their “pride and joy” of restored cars from different eras.
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Crescent Country
15771 Hwy 89
Parking lot full of great stuff & a Store full of treasures! Come check out this fun event in Beautiful Indian Valley!
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9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Crescent Country Parking Lot
Carter Street & Hwy 89
Everyone’s ride is welcome! Just for good, small town fun. Bikes, trucks, Jeeps, & cars. No entry fee or judging. Raffle & lunch available from Crescent Country.
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1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Plumas County Fairgrounds
204 Fairground Road
Beer, Music, Food, Fall Colors and FUN!
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1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Western Pacific Railroad Museum
700 Western Pacific Way
Pumpkin Patch Express trains will be held October 18-19 and 25-26, Saturdays and Sundays. Trains will depart hourly from 1 pm to 5pm.
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Western Pacific Railroad Museum
700 Western Pacific Way
The trains will take visitors to the Pumpkin Patch, where they can select their pumpkins for purchase. Trains run hourly 1 pm to 5 pm.
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