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Nestled along State Highway 49 in the historic gold-rush town of Downieville, this Sierra Nevada cabins retreat blends rustic charm with modern comforts, surrounded by towering pines and the rushing waters of the Yuba River.
The property features hand-hewn log cabins equipped with cast-iron wood stoves and private decks overlooking the Sierra Buttes.
A short stroll leads to the Downieville Museum, housed in a 19th-century assay office displaying Gold Rush-era mining tools and Miwok artifacts.
For outdoor enthusiasts, the Downieville Downhill mountain biking trail starts nearby, offering 15 miles of single-track descent through the Tahoe National Forest.
Dining options include the Two Rivers Café, known for its wild salmon eggs Benedict and huckleberry pancakes, housed in a restored 1850s mercantile building.
History buffs can explore the Sierra County Courthouse, where the 1851 trial of Juanita, the only woman hanged in California during the Gold Rush, took place.
The Yuba River Trailhead, accessible from Main Street, provides guided fly-fishing tours for steelhead trout.
Government services cluster around Main Street Downieville, with the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office operating from a Victorian-era jailhouse and the US Forest Service Station offering backcountry permits.
Reaching this Gold Country hotels California requires driving via scenic Highway 49, as no public transit serves the remote area directly.
The nearest major airport, Reno-Tahoe International, lies 90 miles east, with car rental services available.
During winter months, snow chains are often required for the Donner Pass approach.
Cyclists can utilize the Pioneer Trail from Nevada City, a 27-mile converted railbed popular with gravel bikers.
Limited EV charging stations exist at the Downieville General Store, which also rents fat-tire bikes for snow exploration.
Budget-conscious travelers might prefer the River Rest Inn, offering basic rooms with shared kitchens along the North Yuba River.
The Sierra Shangri-La Campground provides tent sites with fire pits near the Pacific Crest Trail junction.
For group stays, the Henness Pass Roadhouse features a 1920s hunting lodge atmosphere with a communal stone hearth.
Guest reviews frequently praise the Downieville CA lodging for its star-gazing decks and proximity to Lavezzola Creek Falls.
Many highlight the curated library of local history books in the main lodge, though some note spotty Wi-Fi in remote cabins—a trade-off for digital detox seekers.
Repeat visitors recommend the guided full-moon snowshoe hikes organized through the resort’s adventure desk.
Critical feedback occasionally mentions limited dining options during off-season weekdays, mitigated by the property’s well-equipped outdoor kitchens.
Several testimonials recount memorable encounters with resident wildlife, including mule deer grazing at dawn near cabin porches.
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