KATIE & JON JR.
There are so many amazing hikes, lakes, rivers, golf courses, and breweries in the area. Here are some of our recommendations if you have time to explore.
A popular family-friendly pond in downtown Graeagle featuring fishing, swimming, walking paths, BBQ & picnic areas, and scenic views.
~ 15 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
THE BREWING LAIR
Rustic, outdoor-focused brewery known for small-batch ales and a forested setting.
~ 15 minutes from Nakoma
​The Brewing Lair | Drink tasty ale while admiring the glory of the Lost Sierra​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
RONIN FERMENTATION PROJECT
A local Graeagle brery offering handcrafted beers in a relaxed taproom and outdoor patio setting.
~ 15 minutes from Nakoma
Ronin Fermentation Project | Explore Our Brewery​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
FRAZIER FALLS TRAIL (Easy)
​Easy stroll to a scenic waterfall overlook near Clio
Paved, easy access
1.1 miles out and back
~ 25 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
BEAR LAKES LOOP (Easy / Moderate)
​Alpine lakes, wildflowers, flexible loop options
2.5 - 4.5 miles loop
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Est. time 1.5 - 2.5 hours
~ 25 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
EUREKA LAKE TRAIL (Moderate)
Serene mountain lake, forest and meadow scenery
​Est. time 2-3 hours
3-4 miles round trip
~ 30 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
SIERRA BUTTES LOOKOUT TRAIL (Hard / Advanced)
Steep climb, exposed sections, panoramic summit views from historic lookout
​Est. time 4-6 hours
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6-7 miles round trip
~ 30 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
THE DRAGON AT NAKOMA
​​A challenging 180hole championship course located right at Nakoma Resort, featuring dramatic elevation changes, sweeping Sierra views, narrow fairways, and time greens so bring a lot of balls
If you are interested in golfing at Nakoma, please reach out to Katie or JJ to secure a discounted tee time rate.
Nakoma Resort | Play the Dragon Golf Course in North Lake Tahoe​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
GRAEAGLE MEADOWS GOLF COURSE
A classic mountain course with pine-lined fairways, water features, and a relaxed Sierra Nevada feel, just minutes away.
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Located ~15 minutes from Nakoma
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Graeagle Meadows Golf Course - Play Golf in Graeagle, CA​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
PLUMAS PINES GOLF RESORT
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Often called the "Jewel of the Sierras," this scenic course offers forested holes and a fun, approachable layout for all skill levels.
Located ~ 20 minutes from Nakoma
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Home - Plumas Pines Golf Resort​​​​​​​​​​​​​
WHITEHAWK RANCH GOLF CLUB​
A scenic Sierra course with rolling fairways, striking mountain and valley views, and a layout that plays well for both casual golfers and experienced players.
Located ~ 15 minutes from Nakoma
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Whitehawk Ranch Golf Club - Golf Club in Clio, CA​​​​​​​​​​​​​
GOLD LAKE
Easy shoreline access swimming, kayaking, picnicking, horseback riding
2-3 mile lake loop​​
~ 35 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
UPPER SALMON LAKE
Easy shoreline access. Great for swimming, floating, relaxing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding​
~ 35-40 minutes from Nakoma​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
SARDINE LAKES
Accessible by a short 1.3 mile hike up from lower sardine lake.
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Swimming, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding​
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~ 45 minutes from Nakoma
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JJ & Katie's Favorite!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Fishing boats can be rented from the Sardine Lake Resort. Food & drinks also available for purchase.
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No swimming allowed.
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Kayaking and paddleboarding allowed.
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See the below websites for more information on fishing:
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​​​​Northern California Guided Fly Fishing and Rafting Trips in The Lost Sierra​​​