Plumas
County has spectacular fall colors that dazzle
year after year.
Masses of burnished
golds and sunlit yellows flecked with brilliant
reds and rich magentas, set against the majestic
greens of the mountains and the royal blue sky
qualify Plumas County as a must-see destination
for nature lovers and camera buffs during late
September, October and early November.
The season is also a time to take in the
crisp mountain air, enjoy a more quiet pace,
and join in the fun at harvest festivals and
other special events.
Plan to be here this fall, and don't forget your camera. Along all of Plumas
County’s scenic highways, you’ll be treated to some of the most dazzling
fall foliage in California. Special spots include the Feather River Canyon,
Lake Almanor, Indian Valley, the Quincy-Oroville Road, the Quincy-La Porte Road,
Round Valley Reservoir Road and the Lakes Basin. And some of the best color may
be found off-road on a trail or forest service road.
You
may want to obtain a free copy of the Plumas County Fall Color Guide, a
map that outlines the best routes in the county, illustrates common species and
explains why leaves change color. The guide is available at visitor information
centers, by calling (800) 326-2247 or
contact us for a free copy. Download a
copy of the map and routes.
When
they peak
Check the "Awesome Autumn"
blog on this website for up-to-date reports on fall color and the best places to
find it. We post "leaf peeper" reports as soon as fall colors appears, beginning
around the last week in September. The reports continue as long as the color
lasts, usually through mid-November, depending on weather and elevation.
If you're planning a trip around the fall colors, you may also call us at (800)
326-2247 for the latest information and friendly travel advice.
|