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Beckwourth Pass and the Sierra Valley
The adventure starts when you crest Beckwourth Pass on Highway 70,
about a mile west of the 395 turnoff. This is the lowest pass through
the Sierras and was discovered by Jim Beckwourth in 1850. It is
at the top of this gentle pass that you catch your first breath-taking
glimpse of the Sierra Valley, the largest high mountain valley in
North America. Along the south end of the valley on Highway 49 lie
the towns of Loyalton, Sierraville and Calpine. Life has a special
tempo here; a little slower, a little quieter, a little more relaxed.
Friendly neighbors, historic homes and ranches, and wide open spaces
are just a few of the forgotten luxuries you’ll find here.
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Along Highway 70 in the valley are the hamlets of Chilcoot, Vinton, and Beckwourth.
Each community has been a gathering center for generations of ranchers,
farmers, and townsfolk. Catch a cowboy poetry show at the grange
hall in Vinton and get a taste for the way life was—and continues
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Frenchman, Dixie, and Davis
One of modern man’s greatest accomplishments is the California
Aqueduct and eastern Plumas is home to two of the aqueduct’s
vital manmade lakes. Frenchman Reservoir, north of Chilcoot, is
a sparkling blue jewel in the rocky outcroppings of the high desert.
Exceptional fishing, camping, and water sports can be found here,
as well as some rare and beautiful homesite and recreation properties.
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Nearby is Dixie Valley, a lush valley of recreational and vacation home properties.
Mostly inaccessible in winter, Dixie Valley is nevertheless a popular
destination for those who really want to get away from it all.
As you move out of the valley and into the trees, you happen upon
one of the most popular and fast-growing areas in eastern Plumas—Grizzly
Road. Grizzly Road is the gateway to Lake Davis, the second aqueduct
lake and one of the most famous trout fisheries in California. Tucked
in among the trees along Grizzly Creek are properties that will
delight and astound you. From the luxurious resort properties at
Grizzly Ranch, to the large parcel properties of Grizzly Creek Estates
and the eye-popping views from Davis Highlands at the lake, this
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only city Built by Western Pacific Railroad at the
turn of the 20th century, the little company town of Portola has become
the hub of eastern Plumas. Both the railroad and the wild and scenic
Feather River pass through the middle of this small city, and a classic
arched bridge spans the two and connects the north to the south side.
Older homes are enjoying new facelifts, and new homes are being built
in wonderful older neighborhoods, giving you housing opportunities
that are almost unheard of anymore. Portola is the civic center for
the east county where you will find outstanding medical services,
including trauma and cardiac care, schools, a library, parks, shopping,
and more. You can even become an engineer for a day at the world-famous
Feather River Railroad Museum! Drop by our Coldwell Banker Portola
office next to Bank of America on the highway. We’ll give you
a few ideas on fun things to do while you’re here! |
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Portola To Graeagle
Highway 70 is a national scenic byway, and is the only all-weather
road through the Sierras. Lower in elevation than I-80, highway
70 is a lovely journey through pine forests and verdant meadows,
and it’s between Portola and Graeagle that you will see some
of the most beautiful vistas in the state. Roads like Mohawk Vista
Drive and C-Road beckon with the promise of serenity and quiet.
Homes and homesites here are wonderful private havens where you
can marvel at nature and dream your dreams.
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Graeagle and the Mohawk Valley.
Just about ten miles down the road from Portola is the intersection
of Highways 70 and 89. This is the home of Coldwell Banker Chandler
Graeagle. We’ve opened the doors on our beautiful new offices
and we’d just love to show you the view. Stop in and say hello! |
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If you continue down Highway 70, you will encounter enchanting lands
of majestic timber, tumbling streams, and green, green meadows.
You’ll pass through Cromberg/Sloat, Spring Garden, and Quincy
as you wind your way down the ruggedly beautiful Feather River Canyon.
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Head south on Highway
89 from our office, and you’re in the enchanting village of
Graeagle. All those cute red buildings aren’t just some of
the neatest shops you’ve ever explored; they were once home
to the mill workers who supplied lumber to the gold mines and towns
that once flourished here. Graeagle’s new gold rush is its
incredible charm, some of the best golf courses in California, and
world-class dining establishments. Add to that a recreation paradise
at Lakes Basin just minutes away, the historic ghost town, Johnsville,
and some of the nicest people you’ll ever want to meet, and
it’s the perfect mix for vacation or year-round living.
Keep heading south on Highway 89 and in minutes you’re in
one of the prettiest places on the planet: Mohawk Valley. Luxurious
homes and homesites dot the rim of this amazing place and it is
here where you can reap the rewards of all your hard work. Areas
like Clio, Mountain View Estates, Mohawk Meadows, Valley Ranch Estates,
and Whitehawk Ranch tempt you with their glorious views and distinctive
homes.
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| Panoramic views and awesome architecture Just up the hill on County Road A-15 is the premier gated
community, Gold Mountain®. Gold Mountain® offers everything
from challenging golf to a sumptuous spa, with a clubhouse designed
by architectural legend, Frank Lloyd Wright. With its luxurious amenities
and incomparable views, Gold Mountain® is a world apart.
So you see, you really can have it all in eastern Plumas and Sierra
Counties. Go ahead, drop us a line. |
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