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RESOURCES:
Nevada City Chamber of
Commerce
(530) 265-2692
(800) 655-6569
Greater Grass Valley Chamber
of Commerce & Visitors
Information Center
(530) 273-4667
Truckee-Donner Chamber
of Commerce &
California Welcome Center
(530) 587-2757 or
(866) 443-2027
PHOTOS BY ANDREW WRIGHT / LIGHTHAWKPHOTO
KIAL JAMES PHOTOGRAPHY
EVADA COUNTY IS A DESTINATION throughout the year. Each season has its attractions, however fall is
notable for its colorful foliage. Early settlers are credited with planting trees, especially maples, th at reminded
them of their homes back east. Today, Grass Valley and Nevada City can claim some of the best color in the
west which begins to intensify in October and is often at its peak from mid-month into early November. But weather is
always a factor, so a call to the chambers of Commerce can give up-to-date information.
Although spectacular foliage is scattered throughout both towns, there are some popular areas. For example, check
out the streets adjacent to downtown Nevada City. Then visit Nevada Street on the other side of the freeway. In Grass
Valley, explore the streets uphill from downtown. Walk up Neal Street to Pleasant Street, then back on Neal to High
Street, turn left and right on West Main Street. Also, take a drive to Empire Mine State Park off Hwy. 174.
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