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Sierra Nevada Travel Guide & Local Tips
From the Sierra
Local guides, seasonal tips, and insider knowledge from your hosts in Graeagle and Northstar.

Graeagle14 min read
Plumas County Hidden Gems: What to Do Beyond the Obvious
The underrated Sierra Nevada county that most California travelers have never heard of — and why that's the point. A guide to Plumas County's best kept secrets.
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Graeagle12 min read
Gold Lake Basin: The Best Day Trip from Our Graeagle Cabin
30+ alpine lakes within 15 minutes of the cabin — swimming, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and Sierra Nevada scenery that rivals anything in California.
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Graeagle8 min read
Frazier Falls: The Easiest Spectacular Hike in the Sierra
A 1-mile paved trail to a 178-foot waterfall — family-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and absolutely stunning in spring.
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Northstar8 min read
The Best Restaurants Near Northstar Village for Families
From Ritz-Carlton dining to beloved Truckee breakfast spots, here's where to eat during your Northstar stay.
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