Uncorked
Nevada City Chamber of Commerce and the Sierra Vintners "Uncorked" their first joint wine tasting event in downtown Nevada City today. An extensive selection of local wines were poured throughout historic downtown Nevada City and paired…
Swimming holes on the South Yuba River
Summer in Nevada City is not complete without a trip to the South Yuba River for a dip in one of the many fabulous swimming holes. If you're new to the area and want some tips, stop by the Outside Inn office and we're happy to point you…
In The Kitchen
Wendy Van Wagner, owner of In the Kitchen, has been teaching and cooking up fresh food with mainly organic and local ingredients since she returned to her native Nevada City four years ago when she set up her own cooking school and local community…
Lower Scotts Flat Lake
If you're looking for a secluded, scenic adventure check out Lower Scotts Flat lake. We went on an amazing lake adventure only ten minutes from the Outside Inn that is totally secret and beautiful with plenty of wildlife. Lower Scotts Flat…
Nevada City Summer Nights
Looking for something to do on Wednesday night? Stop by the Nevada City Summer Nights street fair between 6pm and 9:30pm. Live music, fresh food, wine and beer for sale, vendors and plenty of people watching. The kids can bounce on the…
Pioneer Trail
Looking for a shady place to go for a moderate hike or mountain bike ride? Or looking for a child friendly outdoor activity? Check out the Pioneer Trail just 5 miles up Highway 20. Park by the Harmony Ridge Market and head up the hill,…
Neighbor’s Vegetable Cart
The Outside Inn's free veggie stand is out for the season and already getting a lot of local activity. The cart is located right in front of the office and offers a local option for extras veggies, to either drop off or pick up someone…
Edwards Crossing, South Yuba Trail
Edwards Crossing of the South Yuba River is a great place to take a hike, ride your mountain bike or in the summer time swim in the swimming holes. The section of the South Yuba trail starts just to the left of the bridge and heads downstream.…
Happy 4th of July
Happy 4th of July from the Outside Inn!
South Yuba Trail, Purdon Crossing
One of the gem's of Nevada County is the South Yuba River, just minutes from the Outside Inn. Whether you're panning for gold, mountain biking, swimming or hiking they are plenty of great spots to enjoy the beauty of the river and its surroundings.…
Nevada City Farmers Market
Looking for something to do on a Saturday morning in Nevada City? Stop by the Nevada City Farmers Market, open from 8:30am to 12:30 mid June through mid November. Fresh veggies from Mountain Bounty Farm, Dinner Bell Farms, Riverhill…
Nevada City Bicycle Classic
The Nevada City Bicycle Classic Race raced through the streets of downtown Nevada City for the 51st year in a row. The 1.1 mile course is considered one of the most challenging one day courses in the US. Year after year cyclists from around…
Nevada City Adult Soapbox Derby
The inaugural Nevada City Adult Soapbox Derby was held today as a fundraiser for Pioneer Park in Nevada City. Forty two individual creations were raced, three at a time, down Nimrod Street as a fun, environmentally friendly community event.…
Cafe Mekka
Looking for a cup of coffee in Nevada City? While we don't have a Starbucks, there are a number of locally owned options within the downtown area. Cafe Mekka on Commerical Street, next to the new Pete's Pizza, has a great ambiance. Stop…
New Moon Cafe
New Moon Cafe is rated as one of the best restaurants in the Sierra Foothills and there's a good reason for it. For 13 years Peter Selaya and Buzz Crouch have combined their top notch skills (as head chef and maitre d) to provide fine dining…
Mountain Pastimes
Mountain Pastimes, located on Spring Street in downtown Nevada City, has been selling toys, magic tricks and puzzles for 22 years. There's something for everyone, with toys for toddlers, games for kids age 6 and up and magic tricks for…
Mountain Bounty CSA
Nevada County has a rich diversity in local farms, Nevada County Grow offers a complete Farm Guide online. I figured I'd start my farm tour with Mountain Bounty Farm, as the Outside Inn has been the CSA Nevada City pick up location for the…
Deer Creek Tribute Trail Community Trek
The Deer Creek Tribute Trail a joint effort by a number of fabulous local non-profits (Sierra Fund, Nevada County Land Trust, American Rivers & Sierra Streams Institute (formally Friends of Deer Creek) is having a kick off party for National…
Cycling Oregon to Mexico, pit stop Outside Inn
Bill Gruesz left his home in Redmond, Oregon 9 days ago and is en route to the Mexico border, on bike. The Outside Inn is just one of the many pit stops on his solo journey. Riding his Cycle Genuis recumbant bike he's got it all decked…
Cycling South County Loop
Inspired by the Amgen Tour of California starting in Nevada City, Wanda Shiotsuka and Evans Phelps set off on one of the local bikers favorite rides commonly known as the South County Loop. Starting at the Outside Inn it is a beautiful 60…
Poison Oak
This time of year all hikers and bikers should be aware of the poison oak that flourishes on our trails. Poison oak does not grow above 4000 feet, but Nevada City's vast network of outdoor adventures are mainly below that elevation, so…