What a hidden gem! This visitor center has a "free" interactive museum showcasing how the dam was…read moreengineered; the history of the native Yahi Indian culture and of Ishi, Oroville, and the local fish and wildlife. My favorite exhibit was the story and photos of Ishi. The center also has a viewing tower which is accessible by stairs or elevator. You can see the dam. Don't worry if you are afraid of heights. The tower is not very tall. Plus it has coin operated telescopes. But I put a quarter in one of the telescopes...it didn't work. I suggest bringing your own binoculars, if you have one, because the center is on top of the ridge overlooking the dam with pretty nice views. The center also is the starting point to several easy 1-1.5 mile round trip hikes. To boot the parking is free and the lot is paved. So come on and visit the center, soak up nature and a bit of fun facts...all free. Oh by the way, the road to the dam is off limits to the public still due to repairs. Per the center docent, there is no ETA on when it will open back up.

I'll keep this very nice and simple: The folks at the Lake Oroville Visitor Center are SO NICE!…read more Basically, a few weeks ago my friends and I were planning a perilous trip to Feather Falls and Oroville. The only reason why we were so hesitant about going was because of the raging fires happening throughout NorCal. We decided to go anyway, because we weren't going to pass up on the opportunity. A week before, I called the Lake Oroville Visitor Center because I wanted to see whether it was possible to head down to the Oroville Damn, or at least what's remaining of it. If you haven't been living under a rock, you'll know that the damn spillway cracked in half in 2017 because of the extreme flooding and they've been repairing it since then. Well, a lovely park ranger on the phone told us that we could definitely drive NEARBY the damn and grab pictures. She also recommended we stop by the visitor's center for recommendations around the area. And that's exactly what we did. After surviving an intense, 8 mile hike to and from the gorgeous Feather Falls (https://www.yelp.com/biz/feather-falls-trail-oroville), we made a pit stop the next day at the Lake Oroville Visitor Center. It was only about 45 or so minutes from where we stayed in Marysville and all we had to do was drive up Highway 70 and then east on Highway 162. The visitor center had a pretty big parking lot, there was a large picnic area, and we saw deer roaming around! Not knowing what to expect, we bravely went inside the visitor's center. I honestly believe that the woman who approached us was the same as the one who talked to me on the phone because this lady was SUPER NICE. She eagerly ushered us into the theater room and showed us a zoomed-in image of the Oroville Damn. She discussed the history of the damn and then proceeded to walk us through how to drive to the road nearest the damn that just opened up! Afterwards, she suggested we check out the tower structure that's at the visitor's center. I highly recommend it because that 3 story tower provided AMAZING 360 degree views of the surrounding area. Before we left, we asked if she had any other places we should go to and she also directed us to Bidwell Bridge - supposedly the oldest suspension bridge in the U.S.? We would eventually go there, and had a really fun time! Need to give a major shout-out to the people at the Lake Oroville Visitor Center because they gave us a few awesome things to do for our Sunday morning in the Butte County area. We could have totally just gone home after our hike, but instead had some fun exploring! I give the folks here an "Omg, I'd travel 2 hours for this" rating. have fun and prosper,

I've now enjoyed two food tours with Heidi, first with a group of friends and most recently with my…read morehusband and a few other couples, and both were spectacular! As a local, I loved discovering new spots and hidden gems I had never thought to check out before. It was also such a fun way to learn more about the history of our community while supporting the local businesses that make Grass Valley so special. Both tours were incredibly well organized. Each stop was accompanied by a brief bit of local history and a perfectly timed bite to eat. From sweet to savory and everything in between, there's a great variety throughout the tour. This would be such a fun experience for a group of friends, couples, a family gathering, or even just a date! We attended the second tour with just the two of us and really enjoyed meeting the other guests along the way. I'm already looking forward to exploring Nevada City on my next tour. This is definitely an experience I'd love to do again and would highly recommend to both travelers and locals looking for a fun way to spend an afternoon!

What a fantastic way to play tourist in your own town! We did the Forage Food Tour with Heidi as…read moreour host and it was such a fun day, especially with guests in tow. Heidi is sweet and clearly knowledgeable -- we learned so much local history along the way. The food was amazing, and the tour introduced us to brand new spots we'd never tried, plus new dishes at places we already frequent regularly. Wendy was a great addition too, keeping everything running smoothly and sharing her own great tidbits along the route. Highly recommend this for locals who want to see their town through fresh eyes, or for entertaining out-of-town guests. We'll definitely be booking again, and we're excited to hear they're launching a Nevada City tour next

I used Gold Crest Limo recently to celebrate my husband's birthday with a large group of friends…read more The driver arrived early and was very courteous and professional. The party bus was clean and set up with led lights, music videos, ice, water and champagne glasses. We just brought our own food and beverages. Our group had a great time and will definitely use them again.

Sheri was great. Always there to help. Can't believe the…read moretravel booklet which she included with the bookings.

I recently returned from a tour to Italy. First time traveling alone and to Europe. Sheri helped…read morewith every step of the way and provided everything I needed to have the best time ever. Thank you Sheri very much!

Wonderful, careful care. Excellent drivers. Very comfortable vehicles. Always on time or early. A…read morepleasure to do business with!

Best airport transit in the valley. Comfortable pick-up and drop-off, Anthony's is the only…read moreprofessional airport service I use to get to Sacramento and back. Highly recommend.

Jan is amazing! She helped my husband and me plan our trip to Europe. We contracted Covid while…read morethere and she helped with what to do..and filed our trip insurance for us. We will use her again...highly recommend!

I am so glad I turned to Adventure Travel to help me plan my United Kingdom vacation. Jan and Lynn…read moresteered me away from disreputable tour operators and helped me select a "first time in Europe" group tour that was right for me. As a later in life international traveler, I had a lot of questions, and Jan and Lynn were always available to address my concerns. I could count on Jan to return my phone calls and emails on the same day. I'm looking forward to booking my next tour through Adventure Travel.

Needed a charter for 4 to Santa Barbara to catch my son's soccer game and Alpine Aviation delivered…read moreus there in style straight from Lincoln Airport! The Diamond DA50 seemed brand new and was very smooth and fast for a propeller aircraft. They also have a King Air for when we plan a trip with my in-laws. They seem to know the aircraft they fly very well and are certified in the Diamond brand of aircraft, which seems like its very popular these days. We all enjoyed the pilot's decades of experience and friendly demeanor and laid-back style. Affordable and no hassle too! I don't think i will ever drive to central california again!

I called to find out about flying lessons with Alpine Aviation and spoke to Sandy, and she made it…read moreseem as if I was just wasting my time. I asked about the pricing for their private pilot and other programs, and she didn't even know the ballpark price. If anything, she seemed annoyed that I asked her to find out. She informed me there was a 6-month waiting list in a flabbergasted manner. She could have inspired more confidence in their program but just made it seem as if they were not interested in my business. It has always been my dream to become a pilot. I now have the time to dedicate to this; Alpine was my closest school to home. It's a shame as I am sure they have a good instructor based on the reviews, but I will not be following up with them. I spoke to another flight school in the area near Auburn which was a much friendlier and informative experience. They were excited to tell me about their program and broke everything down for me as I am a beginner. I scheduled my intro flight with them.