This little lake gives Marysville some character. Its near the downtown area and its pleasant on…read morethe eyes. This isn't a destination by any means but if your in the area its worth going ten minutes out of the way to see. Things looked to be in OK condition. It wasn't manicured like a Japanese tea garden but it didn't have trash everywhere either. It's perfect for taking your dog for a walk - and functionally I think that is one of the most important things to be happy in a neighborhood. I like something green and something that isn't concrete. I also am a sucker for something that is obviously man made - and realize that some are high nosed to that sort of thing.

I have no words to describe Ellis Lake. It has changed drastically for the WORSE! No upkeep. It's…read morejust not what it used to be since 2004. It's no wonder why Marysville is losing its charm. Being at Ellis Lake now in 2023 will just give the feeling of sadness and beyond belief of what is happening. Ellis Lake definitely has potential, but not anymore with how it is being left unmaintained. First off. Pollution: Runoff from fertilizers, contaminated soil and other products has polluted the lake from human and bird feces, poop, pee, drugs, needles, etc... just floating around on the lake. YUCK!!!! Lots off overgrown vegetation beyond the eyes can see. Too many algae blooms. The lake is just beyond nasty and stinky! I highly advise just doing a drive by, but not going for a stroll around Ellis lake if you do want to visit. Either wise, this place isn't worth it to bring your out of state family/friends to visit Marysville. Rather divert going to Folsom Lake. It's that embarrassing for what the city of Marysville has gone to in a not so positive direction. Shame. Shame. Shame. SMH! Okayyyy... bye.

I had a wonderful time working on the Hatchery construction June 1966 through November 1967. For…read morethe Summer '67 salmon run we got to help Fish & Game operate the Hatchery because we knew which valves to open and close. Revisited once around 1990 with my son. Best commute I ever had, rented a house from the Bakers just the other side of the bridge - the old one of course. When I arrived in June '66 they had just finished all the mass grading. I was the last one off the project, finished up the Punch List and sold it to the State DWR in time for the Fall '67 salmon run. You would not believe the amount of pipe buried under that place, including the main 54" water line from the Thermalito Diversion Dam to the cooling tower west of the Hatchery Building that supplies the entire operation from the Hatchery Building Tanks, to the Rearing Ponds, and the Spawning Channel. Also picture the train that ran along the River bank to deliver cobbles from the gold dredge spoils south of Oroville to face off the Dam to protect it from erosion. That would have been handy when they were filling the crater in the Oroville Dam spillway recently. When we were surveying for construction staking and the train went by about every half hour, the instrument would shake so much we just had to stand by and re-level it afterward. Another fun incident was when we blew a 1/4 stick of dynamite in a 24" pipe we were jacking under the railroad. It ran into a boulder larger than 24" so that was the only way to get it through. It made a wonderfully loud, but mellow WHOOMPH! that echoed 4 or 5 times between the bluff on the west side of the Hatchery and the Town on the other side of the River. We of course gave a heads up to City Hall, Police & Fire, but I'm sure they answered a few phone calls from worried citizens. There might be a few folks around Town who still remember that. Pete Lescure

This is from a very son and hate sensitive person, so this won't pertain to the majority. Because…read moreit there is no relief care of tree cover or in a structures to protect people from the blasting that UV rays, this place is only suitable for people who are not sensitive to heat and sun or once it is under 70 out. This is a pretty neat place and unique but I can't go there unless it's 70 or under out because of the absolutely searing sun. It destroys me and makes it so I can't have a good time. Otherwise it's Unique and as long as you go between now and early Oct there is something to see. Otherwise there's not much to see at all because it's not salmon season.

Mounted on the side of the post office at an exit off I-80 as it passes through the Sierra Nevada…read moreMountains, this marker points out some of the earliest settlement history of the area. The marker includes a map of the Truckee route of the California Emigrant Trail. It reads, "The first wagon train ever brought across the Sierra Nevada Mountains into California was lead by Caleb Greenwood. He led the Steven-Town (sic, Townsend) - Murphy party and came through what is known as the Emigrant Trail. Approximately fifty wagons followed this route in 1845, and about 500 wagons rolled over the trail in 1846. The Emigrant Trail was the main overland route into California for only a couple of years, but the hardships endured and the fortitude of these emigrants have long been written in our California history books." "The emigrants from the east stopped at Emigrant gap for periods of time while their wagons were taken apart and lowered piece by piece, by means of rope and tackle, from the top of the ridge into Bear Valley, where they were reassembled. It was at this point that a small settlement formed. The history of the settlement is very sketchy, but it is known that in the great push from Sacramento to Virginia City during the gold rush a few years later, this trail was well-used by wagons, horsemen, etc., coming again through the settlement of Emigrant Gap, thence to Truckee, Virginia City, or wherever their destination might be." There is a very pretty wood carving across the street you should check out. I found it interesting. I'm zipping along at 75 mph in a Sprinter van with solar panels and internet service and not worried about getting attacked by Indians. The world has certainly changed. [Review 17669 overall - 460 in California - 1190 of 2022.]

This location has a sign marker, gas station, post office, and fast food eatery. The gas station…read moreoffers local treats and items to pick up for your trip. You can stretch your legs safely, mail a postcard, and chill for a minute. It's great to take in the smell of redwood trees, cold air in the winter, and warmth in the summer. Grab a cold one, catch your breath, and gas up for the next leg of your trip eastbound into the Nevada mountains.

If you're into the history behind the California Gold rush, then this town is a must see! A mining…read morecompany from Wisconsin came here to wash away Mountains using water under high pressure, through water cannons called monitors. They and other mining companies made things so bad for the farmers downstream that legislators had to pass laws prohibiting further use of this method due to huge environmental issues. This town succeeded from the Union, way back, to avoid taxes on the gold they were harvesting. That didn't last. There are only a couple of towns left in this area after the gold rush. This was was very interesting and has a rich history.

December 2021 was a record breaking month, most snow since the 1970's, causing I-80 and US 50 to…read moreclose. Caltrans District 3 working 24/7 trying to get the roads open. Not only snow Caltrans has to deal with but also fallen trees due too the weight of the snow. Yes, I have witness crews, working 2AM in the morning, snow blowing snow to make the roads wider. When you get this much snow, you can only plow so much and have to use snow blowing equipment which Caltrans only have a few of these equipments. Can't thank enough Caltrans District 3 men and women working tirelessly to get the roads open. Please download Caltrans app and Twitter, Caltrans provides real time updates, great resource of information. Please drive safe and come prepared when you drive up the mountain. This will help with the flow of traffic and resource.

Excellent response to our unpredictable signal at Hwy 99 and estates drive. Anyone one that has to…read morewait great than 10 minutes needs to call marysville, cal trans district office and let them know about traffic light at that intersection. Very responsive.

This library houses historical information for the area of Nevada City and Grass Valley. The…read moreinformation was very helpful for a research project our daughter is doing. The staff was friendly and helpful.

This is more a review on the businesses in Nevada City rather than on the Chamber itself, but they…read moreapparently have done a good job. Everywhere we ventured in NC, every store, boutique, jeweler, bar, restaurant and lodging were full of charm and had very nice people who were more than willing to answer questions, offer suggestions, provide excellent service and delicious food and drink. We have been coming to NC for decades and it's always offered us wonderful times with great locals. Truly a gem of the Sierra Foothills.

1-star... really? I sat with Glenda, and she was a wealth of…read moreinformation about hiking trails, and Nevada City History. She suggested the Deer Creek Tribute Trail, and I loved it!

Keep on keepin on. Thanks for what you do and answering calls for service. Anytime I've called…read moreyou responded and handled the call appropriately. I would say y'all need more k9s but I realize that's a money issue.

i live in alta sierra and have had theft, vandalism, trespassing issues. it usually takes around 45…read moreminutes after calling in to even get a call back and then its pretty much them asking if you have cameras. if you dont have cameras that cover your whole property then they won't do anything. what happened to the days before cameras? the days of law enforcement actually doing their job instead of an electronic device? with trespassing even if you get it on video each deputy tells you something different and nothing is ever done to enforce the law! even better when you call because a bunch of junior high kids are roaming the streets after curfew causing trouble, nothing is done! then expect vandalism and property damage! which no one will come out to take a report about if you don't catch it on camera! even if you do, good luck because there will be some other pathetic excuse for not doing their job! i love hearing we were on another call and then looking at the log the next day to discover that's a total crock! so disappointing! good luck if you ever actually need them because it'll take 45 minutes to even get a call back! i also hope you like being treated terribly and like you are a waste of time by dispatch because they have zero tact and will treat you like dirt