Wildflower and Waterfall
Self-guided Tours in Plumas County, Northern
California
Tantalize your senses by exploring the
wildflowers and waterfalls of the
Plumas County area by following
the self-guided tours below. For
up-to-date viewing reports check out
the
Bloom Blog; or if you have
specific questions call (800-326-2247) or
email the Plumas County Visitors Bureau .
Please share your favorite
Plumas falls and
flower stories with us.
1.
Table Mountain: A wildflower
garden flourishes on a plateau of ancient
volcanic rock from March through May.
2.
The
Feather River Canyon: Cascading waterfalls and
wildflowers in the spring highlight the
canyon's natural beauty - especially showy from
April through
June with a constantly changing display
of wildflower color.
 3.
Indian Valley/Genesee Valley
- Antelope Lake Beckwourth Route: May and June
are the best wildflower months. Beautiful
displays may be seen in Indian Valley,
Genesee Valley and along the route from
Antelope Lake to Beckwourth.
 4.
Chester and Lake Almanor Area: Late May
and June are the best wildflower months,
although flowers begin to bloom in early
spring. Flowers grace the landscape on all
routes around the lake as well as in and
around the town of Chester.
5.
Sierra
Valley- Maddalena Ranch- Late May
and June are the best wildflower months.
But spring canoeing and birdwatching is
popular.
6.
Lakes Basin Recreation Area June and
July are the best wildflower months. Due
to the high elevation, the color display
lasts well in to the summer months.
Other wildflower routes in Plumas County
What type of wildflower season will we
have in 2010?
Nancy Harnach, Botanist,
Naturalist, Earth Mother Extraordinaire:
"The "belly plants" the little tiny plants
you have to get down on your belly to see
(buttercups, violets, milk maids) can be
seen in March, April and May, below the sage
brush. Desert Peach can be seen in
Beckwourth as early as April. Phlox,
Camas, and Iris in May and June, depending
on how quickly the weather warms up. Evening
Primrose and Prickly Poppy can be seen off
of HWY 70 in May and June."
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