The meadow above The Lure is today known as Slate Castle Ranch, but since the Gold Rush, this meadow has been called several different names including Hardy Ranch and Jenkins Ranch. The Hardy name comes from George Hardy, who is considered to be the first to settle and work the land in the shadow of […]
Fall in the Lost Sierra, A World Away
As summer winds down, we prepare for fall in Downieville. We have compiled a list of what to expect and things to do in the Lost Sierra. As summer draws to a close, 2020 continues to challenge even the most resilient. The entire Lure team would like to thank you for your support this summer […]
Lure Lore – Volume 4, Discovering William Alvord
From adventure and connection with nature to abandoned mining camps and the lure of gold still hiding in riverbanks, there are countless treasures to be discovered in the Lost Sierra. And sometimes a discovered treasure can lead to a meaningful history lesson. A few months ago while metal detecting on the property up Slate Castle […]
Adventures in the Lost Sierra
There are endless adventures to be had in the Lost Sierra region from hiking to mountain biking, fishing to swimming, moto trail riding to OHV, it all exists here! Downieville, Sierra City, Bassetts, Graeagle, Portola, Sierraville, and Quincy all encompass this region while Tahoe National Forest and Plumas National Forest make up the majority of […]
Staying Safe While Visiting The Lure
Finally! Finally! We are happy to welcome guests back to The Lure next week starting Monday, June 15! We are planning a soft reopening at about half capacity for the first couple weeks and then will transition into full on summer fun by the end of the month. Reservations are open now through Spring 2021! […]
Spring at The Lure in the Time of Covid
Spring in the Lost Sierra is a glorious time! The temperatures start to warm and the river swells with snow melt. Everyday a new kind of wildflower pops up. Longer days are marked by the arrival of various bird species and other creatures. It all seems so normal and natural, except for one thing…we have […]