Sloat, California

Sloat is a charming small town and great base to consider if you are looking for discount accommodation within easy reach of Plumas National Forrest. If you are interested in exploring the remote beauty of this region, the Backcountry Discovery Trail may be for you. Whether you are doing the whole thing (146-miles) at 30-50-miles per day or a small portion, this rugged trail is a challenging hike and not for the faint hearted. If you are looking for something easier, the Bucks Lake Wilderness Gold Lake Trailhead is a 1.5-mile hike and is something the whole family will enjoy.