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Welcome to Indian Valley!

Our picturesque mountain meadow land has been enchanting visitors since pioneer explorers first came here during the golden days of '49. Peter Lassen, the controversial Dane, found the area so attractive he took time out from his travels of exploration to erect a cabin and open a trading post on the sun side of the valley during the summer of 1851. The region was called Cache Valley at the time; the name was subsequently changed by the Noble party which passed through the area and was impressed by the number of natives residing here.

Permanent settlers soon followed to take up the fertile fields and plant roots for their families. Many of the homes and farm buildings seen in the valley today were erected by these early pioneers.

Greenville...

The largest community in Indian Valley traces its history back for more than a century. Commercial center for the entire valley, Greenville offers a full range of business and service establishments to a permanent population of approximately 2,000 residents. At an elevation of 3,570 feet, with an annual precipitation of 25 to 40 inches (divided between rain and snow), we have a typical four-season climate. The temperature varies with the season from an average low of 20 above to an average high of 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

The community has a museum, hospital, doctors, dentist, pharmacy, elementary, middle and high school, county library, sheriff's substation, U.S.F.S. work center, volunteer fire department, and numerous churches, clubs and organizations.

A campground and picnic area are located along Wolf Creek, just north of town for those who prefer close to town camping, complete with barbecue area, sanitary facilities, running water and horse-shoe pits. For non-campers, the community has trailer parks, motels, a hotel, restaurants, and a community park with picnic area playground and a softball field.

Logging cattle ranching and Christmas trees contribute to the local economy. Mining has had its place in Plumas County, and may one day again become an active part of our economy.

Indian Valley Chamber of Commerce