The Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge is indeed located near Willows, California, and is a central part of the Sacramento National Wildlife Refuge Complex. It offers diverse opportunities for experiencing nature and supporting the conservation of wetlands and wildlife.
Artois Market is a local grocery and convenience store located in the small town of Artois, California. Artois is situated along the Interstate 5 corridor in Northern California. The market serves as a central hub for residents and visitors, offering a range of essential items, snacks, beverages, and possibly some fresh produce or deli options, typical of small-town markets.
Stony Gorge Dam is located in Elk Creek, California, United States. It is a concrete gravity dam that spans Stony Creek, a tributary of the Sacramento River. The dam was constructed between 1926 and 1928, with a height of 153 feet and 868 feet long at its crest for the purposes of water storage, flood control, and irrigation.
Black Butte Lake was formed in 1963 upon the completion of Black Butte Dam. Located on Stony Creek west of Orland, the lake is an inviting and accessible recreation area. When full, the lake has a surface area of 4,460 acres, is seven miles long and has a shoreline of 40 miles. The dam reduces flood risk for the surrounding communities and provides irrigation water to agricultural lands immediately downstream of the dam.
Perfect lunch and dinner option for those in a hurry as the DCR Trading Post is a self-service facility offering a salad bar and hot bar that includes Tri-Tip, Brisket, Pulled Pork (that is raised on The Dream Catcher Ranch) along with baked beans, soup, macaroni and cheese, chili and varying items.
