Favorite Recreation
Murphy's
11 miles away
Something for everyone. Park in one spot and Murphy’s has it all. The community park is great for kiddos and plenty of wineries, eateries, boutique shops, and more all within walking distance.
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Murphys
Something for everyone. Park in one spot and Murphy’s has it all. The community park is great for kiddos and plenty of wineries, eateries, boutique shops, and more all within walking distance.
Sightseeing
2 miles away
Main entrance is less than 2 miles away and is a must see. Take a simple stroll or plan a family hike. Parking is $10
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Big Trees
Main entrance is less than 2 miles away and is a must see. Take a simple stroll or plan a family hike. Parking is $10
Ski/snowboarding resort
Bear Valley ski resort is located about 40 minutes (21 miles) away
Bear Valley
Hiking
Great day hike! The trailhead parking lot less than a mile away
Arnold Rim Trail Head
Pick a hot day and hike down with a picnic and float. The bottom of the trail is a natural cave you can swim or float through. Parking is $8
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Natural Bridges Trailhead
Parrotts Ferry RoadPick a hot day and hike down with a picnic and float. The bottom of the trail is a natural cave you can swim or float through. Parking is $8
Fishing and water recreation
Rent some kayaks and spend the day at Utica! Absolutely beautiful spot for the day!
Utica Reservoir
Boards Crossing
Quick 10 minute drive and my personal favorite fishing spot.
Free local lake. Has beach access, fishing, walking trails, great playground for the kids, and bathrooms
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White Pines Park
Blagen RoadFree local lake. Has beach access, fishing, walking trails, great playground for the kids, and bathrooms
Easy access and literally on highway 4, about 30 minutes easy. Great for kayaking and paddle boards.
Lake Alpine
Easy access and literally on highway 4, about 30 minutes easy. Great for kayaking and paddle boards.
Historic
Old gold mining town. Great way to spend the day with kids! Educational and hand on things to do. Stage coach rides available too!
Columbia
Free outdoor/indoor museum and within walking distance of White Pines Lake
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Sierra Nevada Logging Museum
2148 Dunbar RdFree outdoor/indoor museum and within walking distance of White Pines Lake
Snow Play
Great place for sledding or snow play for kiddos.
Don't forget to print out a "Sno-Park" day pass.
Spicer Sno-Park
California 4Close by, easy access, affordable snow play