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Sierra
County ,
California
Sierra County is located in the heart of the northern section
of the Sierra Nevada, framed by Plumas and Lassen counties
to the north, the state of Nevada on the east, Nevada County
to the south and Yuba County on the west. Sierra County covers
953 square miles with a population of approximately 3,500.
You'll step back in time when you enter Sierra County, where it remains today
much as it was over 100 years ago. The rivers run free, and the forests and the
meadows wrap their beauty around the mountains. Historic buildings and landscapes
provide a rare and unique look into American history.
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The geography naturally divides the county into three distinct regions:
The Mountains - situated on the western end of the county featuring cultural attractions, trails, history, relics left over from the gold rush, and scenic beauty. The largest town in this region is Downieville, the county seat. Downieville is considered the least changed of all of the gold rush towns in California; compete with "The Gallows" as a reminder of gold rush justice.
The Lakes Basin - Located in the center of the county with over 45 alpine lakes, featuring some of the most pristine lakes in Northern America. This area provides year-round recreation and scenic beauty under the backdrop of the majestic Sierra Buttes. Sierra City considered "The Gateway to The Lakes Basin" provides historic sites, lodging, provisions, saloons and cultural activities.
The Valley - on the east side, the largest alpine valley in North America, with ranches dating back to the 1800s, this valley, with an old west style and more cows than people, provides panoramic views, acres of natural habitat for birds, historic barns and farm houses. Sierraville, Loyalton, Sattley and Calpine are all small communities in the Valley with their own unique charm and attributes. Loyalton, the largest of these towns was incorporated in 1901 as a dry town. Although, no longer "dry", it does remain the only incorporated community in the county.
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