Feather River Scenic Byway
Places to Visit

  • Plumas National Forest (CA)

    Situated in the Sierra Nevada, the Plumas is versatile in its land features, uncrowded, and enhanced by a pleasant climate.

    Location:

    The forest begins in the foothills near Lake Oroville.

  • Portola Railroad Museum (CA)

    This hands-on museum is a great place to stop and learn about the locomotive industry and history in the area.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    The museum is right on the byway in Portola.

  • Sierra Plumas Eureka State Park (CA)

    Commonly known as Plumas State Park, the area offers rich California history combined with the beauty of the Sierras.

    Distance from byway: On the byway
    Directions:

    Sierra Plumas Eureka State Park is five miles west of Blairsden on County Road A-14.

  • Tahoe National Forest (CA)

    The Tahoe National Forest straddles the crest of the Sierra Nevada mountains in northern California, and encompasses a vast territory, from the golden foothills on the western slope to the high peaks of the Sierra crest.

    Location:

    In northeastern California.