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, but the warm summer days make swimming a great family friendly activity.  There are a number of magical spots, either at 49 Crossing (pictured here), Edwards Crossing, Purdons Crossing, Washington, Bridgeport, Jones Bar, to name a few.  So what are you waiting for?  Grab your river gear and enjoy the sunshine!  If you need directions to the river, feel free to stop by the Outside Inn’s office, we’re always happy to help figure out which location is best suited for you.  And if heading to the river isn’t the right spot for you, we’ve … Read More »

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 of reasons why people loved Nevada City– popular trends were the people, the Outside Inn, the Yuba, Victorian Christmas, the beauty.

Erin’s 10 Ten Reasons Why She Loves Nevada City

Community.  There are so many examples on how our community is great, whether it’s people helping each other (Outside Inn Flooding), or the small town vibe at the Nevada City Farmers Market or if it’s the fact that you can’t go far in Nevada City without bumping into someone you know.

Outdoor Adventures. I love that I can walk out my door step … Read More »

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 and soak up the sun.  If you’re ambitious jump on your bike and ride down to the State Park, regardless of your activity, you’ll be happy you made the trip.

© 2012 InnSide Nevada City, Photos by Dan Thiem and Glenn Symon

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 Scotts Flat Lake
Swimming Holes on the South and Middle Fork of the Yuba River
Purdons Crossing, South Yuba River
The Outside Inn pool

 If you need directions to any of these refreshing spots feel free to stop by the Outside Inn’s office for directions.

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Can you think of any better way to start your day?  Outside Inn guest Melony lounging in the pool, book and coffee in hand.

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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 you need some directions and recommendations.  I have really been enjoying looking through Instragram’s photos of the South Yuba River, so today we have photos compliments of Amber Hill and Sandy Rigg, thanks for sharing ladies.  If you’ve got a fun South Yuba River photo you’d like to share, please email me (see side bar) and I’ll post on the InnSide Nevada City blog next month.  And if you missed some of our giveaways posts, there’s still time to win an Elevensies sweet crepe and two … Read More »

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.  Flo, the SYRCL Salmon came for a visit earlier this year, she liked the pool, plus a few other fun spots around the inn, click here for those photos.  But for these 5 lucky winners are going for a swim in Scott’s Flat when they go try a Stand Up Paddle Board with a friend with Mountain Rec’s new rental, Carla Bonetti, Rose Sponder, Moira McLaughlin, Ann and Larry Miller.  Where’s your favorite swimming spot?

© 2012 InnSide Nevada City, © Photos by Erin Thiem, Paula Grech and Paul de Benedictis

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 Board or a kayak.  Prices for a paddle board start at $15/hour ($10 for the second hour) and $20/hour for a kayak ($10 for the second hour) and capped at $50 for the day.  The Outside Inn has teamed up with Mountain Rec to get you out on the water.  Post a comment on this blog post about your favorite water activity and 5 lucky winners will win a 2-for-1 coupon for an hour of paddle boarding.  Grab a friend and see if this is your new summer sport.  Winners will be posted Friday, June … Read More »

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 the wheelchair accesible trail.  Walk the mile to the waterfall, or take the steep trail down to Jones Bar and take a dip in the South Yuba River, options for all ages and levels.

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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 the best hiking, best restaurants, best coffee and best wineries, but today’s list is on the best of Nevada City.

South Yuba River
Outside Inn Veggie Cart
Wild and Scenic Film Festival
Nevada City Farmers Market
Nevada City Summer Nights and Victorian Christmas
Celebration of Life Triathlon
Community Supported Agriculture
Halloween
Fall color
Outdoor Activities (mountain biking, road riding, hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking