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Best Fall Colors In California?

Nevada County is beautiful year-round, but autumn is just breathtaking. Compared by many to the foliage on the east coast,

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7 Jaw Dropping Sunset Spots In Nevada County

No matter how many times you’ve seen one, no two are alike. A sunset is your chance to savor the

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Cross The Historic Bridgeport Covered Bridge, Make Memories

Stretching across the South Yuba River at what was formerly Nye’s Crossing (an early ferry crossing) is the Bridgeport Covered

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Never Take Hiking For Granite – Five Great Nevada County Hikes

Science has proven that spending time in nature is beneficial to your health. Exposing yourself to the natural world reduces

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Things to Do in June

The word June is derived from the Roman mythological goddess “Juno” meaning young. This month is all about long sunny

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Nevada County – Home To 4 Scenic And Unique California State Parks

Nevada County is home to, wait for it… not one, not two, not even three but count them FOUR California

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5 Bird Watching Northern California Hot Spots In Nevada County

Birds, birds everywhere. Whether you’re a newbie, hobbyist or a full-fledged experienced birder, the rich ecological diversity found in Nevada

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Yuba-long Among Wildflowers In Nevada County

It’s spring in Nevada County and that means glorious warm sunny days, lots of family friendly activities, and a beautiful

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See The Golden Age Of Railroading In Real Life

Besides the day gold was discovered in California, another day that could be considered just as important for helping leap

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Love Local Trails? Say No To Mud This Rainy Season

Winter in the Sierra Nevada means one thing regardless of elevation – it’s our “rainy” season, be it frozen or

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Are You Yeti For Some Winter Hikes In Nevada County

Scenic vistas, quiet river corridors, snow-capped peaks, California history, prime wildlife viewing, uncrowded trails and solitude in nature await those

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Be Part Of The Solution And See The Beauty Of Nevada County – Voluntourism Ideas

Educated travelers understand that while small towns like Truckee and iconic natural resources like the Yuba are the lifeblood of

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