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Rushing whitewater and calm swimming holes, hiking and biking trails, downhill and ski touring, and much more. It all awaits you within minutes of The Outside Inn.
The Outside Inn is located at the doorstep of the Tahoe National Forest. Six major river canyons and the ski resorts of Lake Tahoe are all within an hour's drive from Nevada City. No matter what the season, Nevada County offers plenty to do. Attractions such as fall colors, winter sports, spring wildflower hikes, kayaking, and mountain biking add to the list of traditional summertime activities.
 The Yuba watershed, encompassing the North, Middle, and South Forks of the Yuba River is approximately 1300 sqaure miles of accessible, yet unspoiled wilderness. Our local favorite is the South Yuba River. During the rainy season, the South Yuba River has long been a special playground for expert kayakers, wildflower enthusiasts, and mountain bikers.
In the summer the river provides swimmers with secluded waterfalls, emerald green swimming holes, and large granite rocks for sun bathing. Mountain bikers and hikers enjoy trails that wind in and around the canyon with access to clean refreshing river pools for cooling off. The Pioneer Trail and the South Yuba Trail will soon be linked to the Pacific Crest Trail, a 2665 mile path from Mexico to Canada.
 The Yuba-Donner Scenic Byway, a 160 mile drive through some of Northern California's most beautiful and historic territory, is ideal for those more inclined to drive.
History buffs can visit the covered bridge at Bridgeport, the village of Rough and Ready, the interpretive state historic parks at the Empire Mine near Grass Valley and Malakoff Diggins northest of Nevada City.
The brilliant autumn colors of Nevada City and Grass Valley have been called some of the most spectacular in the west. The colors begin in early October and usually last until Thanksgiving.
During the winter it's a short drive to the snow. The Donner Summit ski resorts are less than an hour's drive away, but the Outside Inn is comfortably below the snow zone in Nevada City at 2500 foot elevation. Groomed cross country ski trails are available at Royal Gorge, and for back country skiers, many of the high country hiking trails are commonly trekked. Guided snowshoe and back country ski tours are available upon request.
We will be happy to provide you with tour guides year round, or free maps and information to do it on your own.
For more specific information contact our friends at:
Sierra Heritage Magazine maintains an exquisite web page. The site offers lots of great information on adventures and activites all over the Sierra.
Yuba Expeditions, organizers of the Downieville Downhill Classic Mountain Mike Festival September 5-7, they also run mountain bike shuttles in both the Downieville and Nevada City area. 530-289-3010
BONC-Bicyclists of Nevada Country, Organization for local bike enthusiasts, group rides, trail maintenance and monthly meetings. (530) 274 DIRT
Wolf Creek Wilderness (530) 477-2722 Winter months - offering back country ski and snowshoe tours rentals & lessons. Year round - offering complete kayak instruction, rentals and equipment for both flat water and white water kayaking.
Tributary Whitewater Tours 1-800-6-RAFTING, guiding river rafting trips.
Snowshoe Tours with Cathy Works( 530)273-6876 Guided snowshoe tours and lessons, pre-registration required.
Downieville Outfitters(530) 289-0155 Full service mountain bike shop. Rentals. Downhill shuttles. Guides. Much much more. Home of the #1 downhill in America!
Tour of Nevada City Bike Shop (530) 265-2187 • For hardtail and full suspension bike rentals in Nevada City. Also, a full selection of bike sales including: VooDoo Cycles, Marin, Specialized, Schwinn and Bianchi.
Nevada County Land Trust (530)265-6609, leading guided walks and treks, exploring the natural and historic heritage of the river canyons.
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