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Discover
Oroville, Ca.
A
Bit Of History
As
you venture into the Historic town of Oroville, you
will notice the plush foothills and beautifully landscaped
valleys. In 2003 Oroville celebrated the 35th Anniversary
of the building of the Oroville Dam, which created15,500
surface-acre Lake Oroville giving us water, electricity,
flood control and an abundance of recreation.
Gabriel
Moraga was the first known visitor to this area in
1808. As he ventured through the green valley and
groves of oak trees he found an abundance of wild
game, shy native Indians, and an un-named tree lined
river which was later named in 1820 by Captain Luis
Arguello as the "Rio de las Plumas," the
River of Feathers.
In 1848 John Bidwell discovered gold on the Feather
River. When the word got out 1,000's flocked to this
area to seek their fortune. In 1856 this quaint little
town which was originally known as Ophir City, became
a tent town almost overnight. With the new found popularity
the town was given a new name of Oroville, Spanish
for "City of Gold."
To learn more visit the Oroville Chamber Of Commerce click
here.
You can also visit 101 Things To Do by clicking here.
C
F Lot
Home in Sank Park
A
Victorian Gothic style home nestled in a beautiful
garden of color.
The
C.F. Lott Historic Home serves as a historic house
museum and a cultural repository for decorative
art objects typical of Oroville's pioneer families.
The collection includes furniture, paintings, rugs,
textiles, clothes, silver and glassware during the
Lott family period 1949-1910.
Historical
Chinese Temple
The Chinese Temple located in Oroville is a historical
monument.
Built in the spring of 1863, the Oroville Chinese
Temple served as a place of worship for a community
of 10,000 Chinese residents. Funds for the Temple
and furnishings were provided by the Emperor and
Empress of China and local Chinese labor built the
structure. For more information Click
Here
Lake
Oroville and Lime Saddle Marina
For
those who enjoy the water, we are close to several
beautiful spots to cool off for the summer, fishing,
boating, water skiing, tubing and more! Lake Oroville
is Northern California's premier recreation lake.
With over 167 miles of shoreline, miles of trails,
15,000 surface acres of warm water, lake Oroville
offers an outdoor adventures wonderland. Click here to view Lake Oroville web site.
Feather
Falls
The
water falls rushes 640 feet down the massive rocky
cliff and plunges into the canyons and into the
valley below. Feather Falls, the sixth highest waterfall
in the U.S., is one of the most magnificent attractions
in Butte County.
From
Oroville, take Olive Highway east to Forbestown Road,
then go north on Lumpkin Road. For the best view of
the falls, plan a day hike into the area. The hike
is 7 miles round trip with half-mile markers along
the trail. The trail has several steep grades and
a minimum of 4 hours is needed to complete the hike.
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Things
To Do
- Bidwell Canyon Marina- House Boat Rentals
- Small Boat Rentals - Patio Boats- Ski Boats-Wave
Runners - Acces.
- Long Creek Winery - Long Creek Winery is
a boutique winery encompassing thirty acres.
- Lake Oroville Equestrian Camps - Enjoy this
incredible opportunity to explore the lake!
- California Olive Ranch (COR) - Operating the largest olive oil and mill in the USA. Tours Friday - May - Sept. (9-11:30am)
- Riverbend Park - Fishing, swimming, kayaking, tubing, hiking, trails, frisbee golf, children's water park, and picnicking.
- Lake Oroville - Lake Oroville is Northern
California's premier recreation lake with 167
miles of shoreline.
- North
and South Forebays - Want wind or speed?
A sailor's dream come true! Or speedboat competition?
- Lodestar
Farms - Experience the true taste of
California Olive Oil. Tasting rooms, gifts and
recipes.
- Combat
Zone Paint ball Park - Combat Zone is Northern
California's fines park, catering to the young
and old.
- Gold
Country Casino - Gold Country Casino has
a cafe, buffet,
and a 24 lane bowling alley.
- Feather
Falls Casino - Offering a variety of entertainment
choice.
Restaurants
Attractions
2011
Calendar - For more information and a complete calendar
of events, please contact the Chamber
Of Commerce.
- January 14 - "A Tribute To Patsy Cline - Music & Entertainment - Feather Falls Brewing co. contact Sue. 530-533-3885
- February 27- Old Time Fiddler Jam 530-533-2473 Click here
- March 31 - April 3th - Carnival is In Town
- April 12 - The Piano Men - Oroville State Theater - Click Here
- May 2nd - 8th - Feather Fiesta Days - Click here
- May 21 - I Wish - A Fantasy Musical - State Theater Myers St. Oroville 530-533-6911
- July 1st - Family Fireworks Night - 4pm - 7pm on Bird Street
- July 4th
- Fireworks Show Lake Oroville
- September 24th -17th Annual Oroville Salmon Festival - Fish Hatchery - Downtown Oroville
- September 25th - Oct. 1st. -Perry Mason Days - Historical Festivals - Wine Tasting - Play - Mock Trial
- September 25th - Bounty Of Oroville - Food & Beverage Tasting Event - Music - Festivals - Lots Of Fun!
- November 11th - Holidays Blues Reviews and Auction -
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