October 24^th  – October 30^th              

SHASTA

• Did you know that Whiskeytown National Recreation Area has multiple waterfalls? Head to the Whiskeytown Visitor Center to get detailed maps of the fun hiking trails that lead to these beautiful falls!
• Don’t forget to stop at Hawes Haunted Acres before the seasons over! Have fun painting pumpkins, going through the haunted corn maze, getting frightened in the Dread Shed, and so much more!! http://bit.ly/bY7sKl
• Visit the West Prospect Fire Lookout to learn how forest fires are detected and enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of Lassen Park and Lassen Nat’l Forest.

TRINITY

• With over 500,000 acres, the Trinity Alps Wilderness is the largest wilderness area in California. Backpack or ride a horse into more than 60 alpine lakes on well-maintained trails.
• Bring your binoculars and bird book and head to Hayfork to see if you can spot some of the 188 bird species found in the area.
• Come see the Natural Bridge of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest located near Hayfork, which is a unique and naturally formed limestone bridge.

SISKIYOU

• Take a drive back in time with the self-guided tour through the Victorian town of Yreka. Don’t forget to stop at the courthouse which is home to the largest gold collection south of Alaska!
• Take a self-guided or horticulturalist-led group tour of the Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens and you’ll be mesmerized by the gardens beauty.
• Now that cooler weather is starting to set in it’s a perfect time to hike along the Pacific Crest Trail and enjoy the fall scenery!

LASSEN

• Located near the Lassen Historical Museum is Roop’s Fort, a place where visitors can step into the past and see just how the early settlers lived.
• Get out your fishing pole and try your luck at Eagle Lake. Fish for the famous eagle trout, which are larger than the average trout and are only found at Eagle Lake!
• Ready to let loose? The Fort Sage Recreation Management Area offers off-highway vehicle areas with a wide variety of terrain.

MODOC

• Head to the Warner Mountains, where you can collect obsidian from any of the four designated collection sites.
• If you’re up for a challenge then head to Woodland Jurassic Mountain Bike Area, which offers 8.6 miles of dirt road and great vistas of the Warner Mountains.
• View the outdoors and wildlife from an up close perspective at Modoc Wildlife Refuge in Alturas.

PLUMAS

• If you’re looking for a short hike, then consider the Big Bald Rock Trail that offers views of the Sacramento Valley and Lake Oroville.
• Enjoy the outdoors via horseback! Plumas County offers a variety of horseback riding opportunities to see the beautiful mountain lakes and forests, whether it be an hour long ride or an overnight pack trip.
• The Plumas Eureka State Park & Museum features mining relics and a restored stamp mill. This 4,500 acre park has several hiking trails leading to four lakes in the park and a campground!

BUTTE

• Stop by Paradise and experience all the fun things to do! There’s a Maidu exhibit, Nuggetville (a replica of an old western town), a walk-through mine, and not to mention all the antique stores. Who knows what treasures you’ll come across!
• Visit Chico and experience Artoberfest, which will feature more than 120 events in the whole month of October! http://dld.bz/wCfU
• What?! A yo-yo museum?? Yes! There’s a National Yo-Yo Museum in Chico. Great idea for a quirky family destination!

TEHAMA

• Pack some water and head for the Ides Cove National Recreation Trail, an 11.8 mile trail that leads to the mountain formerly known as Mount Linn.
• Explore the city of Red Bluff. View beautiful Victorian homes, go antiquing, or have a picnic at the Red Bluff Diversion Dam Recreation Area.
• Interested in learning about the history and culture of Tehama County? Visit Kelly Griggs Museum which features local Indian artifacts, antique furniture, and photographs from the county’s past.

October 17^th  – October 23^rd             

SHASTA

• Stop at the Subway Cave near Old Station and take a hike along the Hat Creek Rim Trail. This beautiful trail offers views of three different kinds of volcanoes: a plug dome volcano, a cinder cone, and a shield volcano!
• Get ready for a creepy/scary event, “Beneath an Autumn Moon” at Shasta State Historic Park, Oct 22! Walk through the cemetery full of Shasta Counties pioneers and learn about their lives! Call 530-243-8194 for reservations ($5 per person)
• For all those that have been affected by Breast Cancer, don’t miss the pink Sundial Bridge to celebrate Think Pink Day, Oct 21!

TRINITY

• Discover Trinity Center’s 19^th century ranch era, along with artifacts and various photographs by visiting the Scotts Museum in Weaverville.
• Drive along the Trinity Heritage Scenic Byway for amazing views of the Trinity Alps, Trinity Lake and historic towns!http://bit.ly/a4S881
• Need an adrenaline rush before winter gets here? Check out all the awesome white water rafting on the Trinity River!  http://bit.ly/d7T8xe

SISKIYOU

• Drive along the Modoc Volcanic Scenic Byway and explore the caves that can be found at the Medicine Lake Highlands Volcanic Area.
• Invite some friends to enjoy the scenery along HWY 3 by attending a free mountain bike ride, Oct 17!http://dld.bz/zGvm
• Bring the kids and visit the Mt Shasta Fish Hatchery, one of the three major broodstock hatcheries in the state!http://dld.bz/yZdY

LASSEN

• Visit the Caribou Wilderness Area and explore the Hay Meadow Trailhead to experience the fall foliage. http://bit.ly/bXSnVN
• Visit Lassen Volcanic National Park for a chance to view the Lassen Selowskia flower that only grows in rocky alpine environments.
• Take a hike, horseback ride or bike ride along the 25 mile Bizz Johnson Trail. It is one of the best “rails to trails” conversions in California.

MODOC

• Learn what life might have been like for the Pit River, Modoc and Paiute Indians by visiting the Modoc County Historical Museum in Alturas.
• Visit Cedarville and checkout the Black Rock Desert-High Rock Canyon-Emigrant Trails National Conservation Area, where little has changed since the pioneer times.
• Visit the Tule Lake War Relocation Center National Monument and learn about the history of the internment camp, located in Newell.

PLUMAS

• Enjoy a great drive along the Feather River Scenic Byway on Hwy 70. View the beautiful fall color palette from the seat of your car. It’s a great time to stop and have a picnic, too!
• Did you know you can rent a vintage diesel locomotive? The Western Pacific Railroad Museum offers a “Run-A-Locomotive” program, where you can rent a locomotive for up to 2 hours.
• Stop into the Western Pacific Railroad Museum before it closes for the season, November 7th!http://dld.bz/yZbM

BUTTE

• Bring your camera and spend the day outdoors at the Gray Lodge Wildlife Area that even offers seasonal guided tours!http://bit.ly/cJ6Zx2
• Visit Chico and experience Artoberfest, which will feature more than 120 events in the whole month of October! http://dld.bz/wCfU
• Butte County is home to one of only 55 trees in the U.S. that were growing during the time of the signing of the U.S. Constitution.

TEHAMA

• Listen to good ol’ fiddle music at the 28th Annual Western Open Fiddle Championships, 10/21-10/23!http://dld.bz/zx9x
• Don’t miss the Hot Air Balloon Festival, part of the Ribs, Rods & Rides event at Rolling Hills Casino, 10/23-10/24!http://dld.bz/zGuA
• Learn about local history by visiting the Corning Museum that has displays including tools, pictures, and other various historical items.

October 10^th  – October 16^th            

SHASTA

• Hike the amazing James K. Carr Trail to view the majestic re-discovered Whiskeytown Falls in 2004 at Whiskeytown NRA.
• Attend ARTsMart in the Mt Shasta Mall that will feature over 40 regional artists, musicians and performers, Oct 16!http://dld.bz/yjNt
• There will be a variety of fun and educational activities at the Return of the Salmon Festival, Oct 16!http://dld.bz/yjPK

TRINITY

• Stretch your legs in the historic gold mining town of Lewiston. Stroll across the Trinity River on the historic single-lane Old Lewiston Bridge.
• With over 500,000 acres, the Trinity Alps Wilderness is the largest wilderness area in California. Backpack or ride a horse into more than 60 alpine lakes on well-maintained trails.
• Discover Trinity County’s hidden secret, Ruth Lake, which has a variety of campsites and recreational activities!

SISKIYOU

• Now that fall is here it’s the perfect time to pack your fishing tackle and head for your favorite river!
• Visit Lava Beds Nat’l Monument and attend a tour through Fern Cave, offered every Saturday until Oct 31!http://dld.bz/bmP5
• For year-round bird viewing opportunities visit the Shasta Valley Wildlife Area near Montague! http://bit.ly/b88cDz

LASSEN

• Visit the Caribou Wilderness Area and explore the Hay Meadow Trailhead to experience the fall foliage. http://bit.ly/bXSnVN
• Ready to let loose? The Fort Sage Recreation Management Area offers off-highway vehicle areas with a wide variety of terrain.
• For a fun and different wildlife viewing area try out Biscar Wildlife Area within Snowstorm Creek Canyon. This area is very outdoorsy with great views of water fowl and other wildlife.

MODOC

• Dust off the old mountain bike and head to Devil’s Garden Mountain Bike Area near Alturas to bike a total of 5.3 miles of various turfs!
• Along the Buckhorn Backcountry Byway you will find volcanic geography, small valleys, fields of silver-blue sagebrush, scattered juniper along with wild horses and burros feeding on these beautiful landscapes.
• Take a historic walking or driving tour of Alturas! Visit old west buildings still in us today dating back to the late 1800s.

PLUMAS

• Drive along the Feather River Scenic Byway and view the beautiful color palette of the fall foliage!
• Visit the Plumas Eureka State Park and Museum in Johnsville. This indoor/outdoor complex includes mining relics and a restored stamp mill.
• Spend a relaxing weekend at the Butt Valley Reservoir, where visitors can take in the clean mountain air, enjoy fishing, camping or hike along the Claremont Trail.

BUTTE

• Visit the USDA Plant Introduction Center in Chico for a chance to see the oldest producing “father” and “mother” kiwi in the nation.
• Visit Chico and experience Artoberfest, which will feature more than 120 events in the whole month of October! http://dld.bz/wCfU
• Discover what life was like back in the 1850s by visiting the Gold Nugget Museum in Paradise

TEHAMA

• Go out for a picnic overlooking the Sacramento River at the William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park in Red Bluff.
• For the antique enthusiast, head to Red Bluff and have a fun day of exploring all the great antique shops available along Main Street!
•  Pack up the horses, head to Black Butte Lake and spend the afternoon relaxing, enjoying the scenic views from horse top.

October 3^rd – October 9^th            

SHASTA

• Shine up your motorcycle and get ready for all the excitement at Big Bike Weekend, Oct 8-10!http://dld.bz/xdJ4
• Bring your family to Hawes Haunted Acres for some Fall Season fun! This fun event takes place 9/25-10/31!
• Spend some time with close friends while enjoying great wine, microbrews, fantastic food and much more, Oct 9!http://dld.bz/xdJM

TRINITY

• Invite some friends to attend the Salmon Festival, which will have fishing demos, a salmon tent and much more, Oct 9! http://dld.bz/xdH4
• Drive along the Trinity Heritage Scenic Byway for amazing views of the Trinity Alps, Trinity Lake and historic towns!http://bit.ly/a4S881
• Come see the Natural Bridge of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest located near Hayfork, which is a unique and naturally formed limestone bridge.

SISKIYOU

• Now that cooler weather is starting to set in it’s a perfect time to hike along the Pacific Crest Trail and enjoy the fall scenery!
• Feeling stressed? Enjoy the beauty and tranquility of the Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens.
• Visit the Siskiyou County Courthouse in Yreka to view different forms of gold found in the area along with the largest gold display south of Alaska.

LASSEN

• Need a little family bonding? Then head for the Eagle Lake Campground, which has interpretive programs and over 300 campsites.
• Test your endurance and enjoy the scenery at the 7th Annual Bizz Johnson Marathon, Oct 9-10! http://dld.bz/xdMm
• Experience good ol’ family fun by attending the Rails to Trails Festival and ride on a railroad handcar, Oct 9-10!http://dld.bz/xdMG

MODOC

• If you’re up for a challenge then head to Woodland Jurassic Mountain Bike Area, which offers 8.6 miles of dirt road and great vistas of the Warner Mountains.
• Visit Modoc County Historical Museum in Alturas which features artifacts dating back 150 years!
• The Lava Beds National Monument is an adventure for all ages. Explore caves, rock carvings, and so much more!

PLUMAS

• Try your luck spin or fly fishing at the Feather River! Check out our weekly fishing report! www.shastacascade.com/fish
• Take an adventure at Plumas-Eureka State Park Museum in Johnsville to learn about the areas Gold Rush history, including stamp mill mining.
• Visit the Plumas County Museum that contains a variety of historical artifacts, photographs, mining and logging displays and depicts different periods in the county’s history.

BUTTE

• Visit the Oroville Chinese Temple & Museum, a California Landmark that contains artifacts dating back to the 1850’s.http://dld.bz/xQ8b
• Visit Chico and experience Artoberfest, which will feature more than 120 events in the whole month of October! http://dld.bz/wCfU
• Enjoy the scenic views along the Bradford B. Freeman Bike Trail, which offers 44 miles of trails for All Terrain bicycles.

TEHAMA

• For wildlife viewing opportunities visit Paynes Creeks, which offers 3,700 acres of habitat including streams, wetlands, oak woodlands, and grass lands perfect for wildlife.
• Relax and enjoy Mother Nature by visiting Mill Creek with its mountain meadows and beautiful forests, perfect for camping, fishing or hiking.
•  Spend the day at the Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area, located along the Sacramento River and shaded by huge oak trees.