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    Top Spots in and near Strawberry Valley

    • Plumas County, California

      Hike to Little Jamison Falls

      3.0
      2 mi / 500 ft gain
      To get to the falls from the town of Graeagle, CA take Graeagle-Johnsville off Highway 89 towards the town of Johnsville. After 4.5 miles take a left on a dirt road to Jamison Mine Day Use Parking. If you go over the bridge and into the town of Johnsville, you have gone too far. Continue down th...
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    • Sierra City, California

      Sierra Buttes Lookout Trail

      5.09 mi / 1365 ft gain
      Sierra Buttes Lookout Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Sierra City, California.
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    • Frazier Creek Road, California

      Hike to Frazier Falls

      4.0
      1 mi / 1 ft gain
      Frazier Falls is the ultimate family hike. Because the paved trail is only a mile long round trip, this trail is open to nearly anyone. Because of its relativly easy access and family friendly nature, this trail can get busy during the summer months.To reach Frazier Falls from the town of Graea...
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    • Nevada City, California

      Hike the Diggins Loop Trail

      5.0
      2.7 mi
      Check in and pay for your parking or present California State Parks Pass at the museum building in North Bloomfield.  After paying for parking there are several different options to get onto the Diggins Loop trail.  Access to the Diggins Loop trail can be found by the Park Headcounters by jumping...
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    • Sierra City, California

      Sardine Lakes

      1.32 mi / 253 ft gain
      Sardine Lakes is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Sierra City, California.
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    • Sierra City, California

      Paddle Lower Sardine Lake

      5.0
      Lower Sardine Lake is a short drive from Sardine Lakes Campground.  It has crystal clear water and is a very smooth place to paddle. This is also a popular fishing and kayaking spot. There are many fallen trees in the lake and a couple rocks that come up almost to the surface. The water in genera...
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    • Sierra City, California

      Relax at Sand Pond

      5.0
      Sand Pond is a great place to relax after a day of hiking or paddling. It's located between Sardine Lake Campground and Lower Sardine Lake and is an easy 10 min walk from the campground. Sand Pond has beautiful views of the mountains and is a great place to watch the sunset. There are small fish ...
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    • Calpine, California

      Camp at Salmon Creek Campground

      Salmon Creek Campground is a quiet campground in the Northern Sierra Buttes. Since it is right up the road from Sardine Lakes it seems to get overlooked a bit. We were able to reserve three campsites the same week of our trip. There were 11 to choose from! The campground is just passed the turn f...
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    • Sierra City, California

      Sierra Buttes and Sardine Lakes

      4.8
      6.19 mi / 3333 ft gain
      The Sierra Buttes are one of the most scenic mountain features in all of the Sierra Nevadas. Nestled below the buttes are Upper and Lower Sardine lakes which both offer amazing fishing. Sardine Lake Resort lies at the base of the mountains and offers boat rentals, dining and cabin rentals. Just m...
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    • Sierra City, California

      Camp at Sardine Lake Campground

      5.0
      This campground is first come first serve and is located near Lower Sardine Lake.  There are a couple bathrooms located around the loop. Most campsites have trees, perfect for hammocking and shade. The campsite has great views of the mountains. There are a couple hiking trails nearby. Lower Sard...
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    • Nevada City, California

      South Yuba River: Edwards Crossing to Purdon Crossing

      5.0
      4.2 mi / 639 ft gain
      South Yuba River: Edwards Crossing to Purdon Crossing is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a river located near North San Juan, California.
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    • Nevada City, California

      Swim at Edwards Crossing on the South Yuba River

      5.0
      2.74 mi / 1302 ft gain
      There are endless swimming holes on the South Yuba River the feature crystal clear water, massive granite boulders and pristine pocket beaches, particularly those lower in the foothills. Many are separated by sections of rapids, but can be reached via the growing trail system of the South Yuba Ri...
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    • Calpine, California

      Gold Lakes, Sierra Buttes, 45mi

      If you never travel north of the Tahoe Basin into the Sierra Valley and beyond, you should. It is gorgeous, peaceful country, with wide open spaces and, compared to Tahoe, relatively uncrowded roads. This loops takes us from Bassett’s Station toward Sattley, north on 89, a brief stop to regroup i...
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    • Nevada City, California

      Hike the Independence Trail

      4.5
      Starting from the free easy access parking lot right off highway 49 you head left up the trail. You will notice two trails side by side, one wider path for wheelchair access and another slightly narrower path for hikers on foot.The trail is set on the cliff side overlooking the South Fork of the ...
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    • Oroville, California

      Hike to Hollow Falls

      5.0
      1 mi
      The first step of this fun little hike is to park at the handy parking lot located at 2488 Cherokee Rd., Oroville, CA up on Table Mountain. Many people park here for the hike to the more well-known Phantom Falls, which is a much longer hike than the one to Hollow Falls. From the lot, look for an ...
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    • Oroville, California

      Hike to Phantom Falls

      4.6
      4.2 mi / 850 ft gain
      Dropping off a 135 ft cliff is a very well hidden waterfall with no trails leading to it. But if you do find it, it is an epic natural wonder.It is best to come here in the winter months, after a lot of rain. But it is also well worth coming in the spring when the wildflowers on Table Mountain ar...
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    Camping and Lodging in Strawberry Valley

    Horse Campground
    Strawberry Valley, California

    Horse Campground

    Little Beaver A Campground
    Silvertip Springs Road

    Little Beaver A Campground

    Cal Ida
    Camptonville, California

    Cal Ida

    Carlton
    Camptonville, California

    Carlton

    Fiddle Creek
    Camptonville, California

    Fiddle Creek

    Indian Valley
    Camptonville, California

    Indian Valley

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Strawberry Valley

    Marmot Men's Featherless Jacket Reviewed

    Marmot Men's Featherless Jacket Reviewed

    Mike Fennell

    Outbound Reviewed: Therm-a-Rest Parsec 20F Sleeping Bag and ProLite Sleeping Pad

    Outbound Reviewed: Therm-a-Rest Parsec 20F Sleeping Bag and ProLite Sleeping Pad

    Mike Fennell

    The Most Relaxing Backpacking Trip I've Ever Taken with My Dog, Jack

    The Most Relaxing Backpacking Trip I've Ever Taken with My Dog, Jack

    Benjamin Canevari