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South Yuba River Adventures

TGIF, what your your plans for the weekend?  Summer is in full swing in Nevada City, why not take the kids to the South Yuba River for a great family friendly activity.  These young men took their boogie boards underneath the bridge at…
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Nevada City Lakes

Nevada City is known for the South Yuba River and all the magical places to cool down and explore, but have you ever considering have a day by the lake?  Within 20-30 minutes of downtown you could be at the shores of Scotts Flat, Lower Scotts…
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South Yuba River

The South Yuba River in Nevada City is a special place.  After a busy month at the Outside Inn helping many guests figure out which river spot was perfect for them (how far do you want to walk, children, how far do you want to drive, etc?),…
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Purdon Crossing Bridge

The Purdon Crossing bridge over the South Yuba River is currently closed and under construction.  The 120 year old bridge at Purdon is a "one of a kind" says Joshua Pack, Principal Civil Engineer for the County.  The bridge was in need…
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South Yuba River

School's out, summer has officially started and it's time to go to your favorite swimming hole on the South Fork of the Yuba River.  The river is one of our favorite recommendations for things to do in Nevada City, regardless of the season,…
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Top 10 Reasons why I love Nevada City

Happy New Year's Eve...  Before we get to the winner of our Ultimate Nevada City giveaway I thought it would be fun to list my top ten reasons why I love Nevada City.   The comments on the giveaway were fabulous.  I was in awe of the variety…
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Bridgeport

While the temperatures may be dropping a bit, now is still a fabulous time to head to the South Yuba River.  Head down to Bridgeport and walk along the Buttermilk Bend trail, check out the covered bridge or bring a book and sit on a rock…
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Swimming Holes

Time to cool off in Nevada City!  Head to the river, the lake or the pool!  We've done a number of posts on great water activities. Magical spots on the South Yuba River Kayaking on Lower Scotts Flat Lake Stand Up Paddle Boarding at…
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Outside Inn pool

Can you think of any better way to start your day?  Outside Inn guest Melony lounging in the pool, book and coffee in hand. © 2012 InnSide Nevada City
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South Yuba River

Have you been for a dip in the South Yuba River yet?  I took the top right photo last night in an after work dip, such a fabulous way to end the day.  There are so many amazing swimming holes out our back door.  Stop by the Outside Inn if…
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Swimming

It's warming up and time to go swimming!  Lots of options in Nevada City, head to the river (click here and here for some photos from last summer), jump in Pioneer Park pool or if you're a guest at the Outside Inn come for a dip in our pool.…
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Paddle boards at Scotts Flat Lake

Looking for a fun outdoor activity?  Go try stand up paddle boarding out on Scotts Flat Lake.  Mountain Recreation has just launched a new rental service at Scotts Flat Campground, stop by Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays 12-6 to try a Boga…
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Independence Trail

The weather in Nevada City is fabulous, why not take a hike?  Independence Trail is 5.5 miles from downtown Nevada City off Highway 49.  The trail twists and turns along the Excelsior Canal, where the gold rush era wooden flumes now provide…
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Best of Nevada City

Happy New Year's Eve from all of us at the Outside Inn.  The Innside Nevada City blog has grown and evolved over the last 12 months and I'm excited to continue to share our love for the community in the year to come.  I've done a recap on…
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South Yuba River

Fall is a fabulous time to go check out the South Yuba River.  It's a great time to take the kids for a hike along the South Yuba Trail, pack a picnic, sunbath on a rock or go for a mountain bike ride.
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Celebration of Life Triathlon Training

Every September for the past 15 years an ever growing number of ladies celebrate life by competing in a women's only sprint Celebration of Life triathlon at Scotts Flat Lake, raising money for the fight against breast cancer.  All proceeds…
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More Yuba River Swimming holes

Summer in Nevada City is all about swimming in the South Yuba river.  There are a number of different places to take a dip, some as close as 10 minutes from downtown Nevada City.  Many thanks to Outside Inn repeat guest Paul de Benedictis…