Settled in 1853 by a school teacher and his Cherokee Indian students from what is now the state of Oklahoma, Cherokee boomed from 1870-1886.
#40 Bridges, Tunnels & Breathtaking Views
This 130-mile drive beginning in Oroville offers spectacular views of the Feather River Canyon.
#41 It’s the Berries!
Berry Creek is a small foothill community 18 miles east of Oroville named for Henry Berry, an early pioneer settler, but the wild blackberries growing throughout the area have put Berry Creek on the map.
Berry Creek hospitality ranges from a famous bed and breakfast, 2 stores, 3 churches, 1 gas station, a real western saloon, a post office and a school to an annual Berry Festival which takes place on the second Saturday in August.
The Festival, which started more than ten years ago as a community activity, now brings visitors from all over the state.
#42 A Hideout of Black Bart
Mountain House is said to have been used at a basement hideout for the robber, Black Bart.
#45 Indoor-Outdoor Museum
This unique and entertaining museum with adjoining picnic area is a scenic half hour drive from Oroville
