GOLD DREDGE
Points Of Interest • Amenities • Weather
November 23, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-23T21:15:00-08:00
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall from thunderstorms is expected. * WHERE...A portion of northern California for the following counties, Butte, Glenn, Shasta, Tehama, including the Park Fire Burn Scar. * WHEN...Until 915 PM PST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 319 PM PST, Doppler radar indicates heavy rain due to thunderstorms is forecasted through this evening. Areas of minor flooding are expected this afternoon and evening across the advisory area. - Excessive runoff is possible over burn scars - Some locations that may experience flooding include: Redding, Chico, Paradise, Oroville, Red Bluff, Corning, Shingletown, Palo Cedro, Palermo, Shasta Lake, Anderson, Tehama, Paynes Creek, Gerber-Las Flores, Dairyville, Manton, Vina, Richfield, Inwood and Richardson Springs. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
SUMMARY
The Sacramento-Lower Cow-Lower Clear watershed in California is home to the historic Gold Dredge, which was built in the early 1900s to extract gold from the riverbeds. The dredge is a massive machine that was used to sift through gravel and sand to extract the precious metal. It is now a popular tourist attraction and historical site, offering visitors a glimpse into the California Gold Rush and the engineering innovations of the time.
Visitors to the Gold Dredge can take a tour of the machinery and learn about the history of gold mining in the area. There is also a museum on site that showcases artifacts from the era. The dredge is located in a beautiful natural setting, with opportunities for hiking and wildlife watching in the surrounding area. With its unique historical significance and natural beauty, the Gold Dredge is a must-see destination for anyone interested in California's rich history and natural resources.
Local Campgrounds
| Camping Area | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bidwell - Sacramento River State Park | ||||
| Howard Meadows/Lake | 12 | |||
| Eel River | 15 | |||
| Buckhorn - Black Butte Lake | 65 | |||
| Little Doe | 13 | |||
| Grimy Gulch - Stony Gorge Reservoir - USBR | ||||
| Plaskett Meadows | 35 | |||
| Kingsley Glade | 6 | |||
| Orland Buttes - Black Butte Lake | 35 | |||
| Wells Cabin | 25 |