Overview
Cecilville is a city in the Shasta Cascades region of California.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 1 bars & cafés
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Best things about Cecilville
Black Bear Mine
A historical gold mine a bit north of Cecilville. However, it is now privately owned, so it's hard to get in.
Salmon River Disc Golf Course
Play "golf" with a frisbee.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 100°F; winter lows dip to about 37°F. Very hot (Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Redding)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- ACV California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport, Arcata/Eureka — 52 mi away. Directions
- RDD Redding Municipal Airport, Redding — 62 mi away. Directions
- SMF Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento — 188 mi away (major hub). Directions
By car, because of scenery and lack of other options, is the best way to go to Cecilville.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Black Bear Mine
- Afternoon Salmon River Disc Golf Course
- Evening Salmon River Saloon
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
There are no restaurants in Cecilville.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Get in
By car, because of scenery and lack of other options, is the best way to go to Cecilville.
From Redding, go north on 1-5 until you come to Weed. Take exit #751 to Old Highway 99. When you get to Gazelle, head west on Gazelle-Callahan Road. Go into the town of Callahan. Do not continue on Cecilville Rd., or else you will get too far ahead. Instead, take S. Fork Rd. That will take you to Cecilville.
Get around
Bicycling or walking are the best ways to see Cecilville.
See
See Black Bear Mine
A historical gold mine a bit north of Cecilville. However, it is now privately owned, so it's hard to get in.
Do
Although Black Bear Mine is now privately owned, you can search the area yourself for gold if you so choose. Just remember to avoid as much erosion as possible, and have a license.
Buy
There is not much shopping to be done in Cecilville.
Eat
There are no restaurants in Cecilville.
Drink
There is a saloon in Cecilville, quite good, with high quality spirits, beer, and snacks. A good place to refresh.
Sleep
There are no accommodations in Cecilville.
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City / town · 1 listings · 21 mi away
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Hayfork
City / town · 2 listings · 40 mi away
French Gulch
City / town · 2 listings · 40 mi away
Lakehead
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Weed
City / town · 18 listings · 44 mi away
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