A Perfect Fall Weekend in Butte County

Your fall week­end begins in Down­town Chico, where his­toric streets lined with turn­ing leaves set the stage for a day of local fla­vors, cul­tur­al dis­cov­er­ies, and autumn beau­ty. From morn­ing cof­fee to evening wine tast­ing, this day com­bines the best of small-town charm with sophis­ti­cat­ed din­ing and activities.

Break­fast at Stoble

Start your day at Sto­ble, where hand­craft­ed cof­fee and local­ly made break­fast pas­tries set the tone for a per­fect fall morn­ing. The break­fast menu fea­tures ele­vat­ed takes on clas­sic favorites, from per­fect­ly craft­ed sand­wich­es to fresh pas­tries that make it hard to choose just one.

Explore Chico’s Sat­ur­day Farm­ers Market

Just a few blocks away, explore the Chico’s Sat­ur­day Farm­ers Mar­ket to find local ven­dors show­cas­ing the best of North­ern Cal­i­for­ni­a’s fall har­vest. The crisp air and col­or­ful leaves cre­ate the per­fect back­drop as you explore the mar­ket stalls — make sure to pick up some local treats for later!

Shop and Lunch Downtown

After your time at the farm­ers mar­ket, enjoy a walk through Down­town Chico, where you’ll find unique local shops with gifts per­fect for the upcom­ing hol­i­day season.

When you’re ready for lunch, grab a slice from Celestino’s New York Piz­za or Bode­ga Slice Shop for a per­fect bite-on-the-go. Grab your favorite slice and head to Chico State to enjoy it among the fall col­ors on campus.

Leaf Peep at the Chico Seed Orchard

The Chico Seed Orchard is where autumn tru­ly shows off in Butte Coun­ty. Also known as the Tree Farm, this local favorite bursts with col­or from late Octo­ber through mid-Novem­ber. Hun­dreds of species of plants and trees cre­ate one of the most impres­sive fall dis­plays in North­ern Cal­i­for­nia, mak­ing it clear this is one of the most pop­u­lar fall spots in Chico.

Dis­cov­er Some­thing New at monca

Whether you’re head­ing out after lunch or look­ing for an indoor reprieve, head to the Muse­um of North­ern Cal­i­for­nia Art (mon­ca). The muse­um’s col­lec­tion fea­tures paint­ings, prints, draw­ings, sculp­tures, and pho­tog­ra­phy from near­ly 100 North­ern Cal­i­for­nia artists, offer­ing a per­fect after­noon activ­i­ty as the day winds down. 

Sip at LaRoc­ca Vine­yards Tast­ing Room

Return to Down­town Chico for sam­ples of local estate-bot­tled wines at La Roc­ca Vine­yards Tast­ing Room. Their organ­ic and sul­fate-free vari­eties include every­thing from whites and reds to rosés and sparkling wines, giv­ing you a taste of what makes North­ern Cal­i­for­nia wine special.

Dine at Crush

End your evening at Crush, just a min­ute’s walk from the tast­ing room. Their con­tem­po­rary Ital­ian cui­sine ranges from per­fect gnoc­chi to cre­ative brick oven piz­zas like their fig, blue cheese, and pro­sciut­to com­bi­na­tion. Save room for dessert — you’ll want to end your first day in Butte Coun­ty on a sweet note.

For your sec­ond day, take a short dri­ve to Oroville for a change of pace and more nat­ur­al beau­ty. This his­toric town offers a per­fect blend of out­door adven­ture and small-town charm dur­ing the fall season.

Break­fast at Mug Shots Cof­fee House

Start your morn­ing at Mug Shots Cof­fee House, a cozy spot in Down­town Oroville where you’ll find deli­cious cof­fee and tea along­side light break­fast options. Their fresh-baked muffins, scones, and break­fast bur­ri­tos pro­vide the per­fect fuel for your day of exploration.

Enjoy the Fall Col­ors Along the Feath­er River

The Feath­er Riv­er, Oroville’s defin­ing nat­ur­al fea­ture, puts on a spec­tac­u­lar show dur­ing Novem­ber. The riv­er winds through the city from the Oroville Dam to River­bend Park and beyond, offer­ing numer­ous spots to enjoy the autumn land­scape dur­ing much of November.

Dis­cov­er His­to­ry at the Oroville Chi­nese Temple

Just a short walk from down­town, you’ll find the his­toric Oroville Chi­nese Tem­ple. Built in 1863 to serve what was then the largest Chi­nese com­mu­ni­ty north of Sacra­men­to, this tem­ple-turned-muse­um offers a fas­ci­nat­ing glimpse into region­al his­to­ry. Take time to explore the beau­ti­ful grounds, which are par­tic­u­lar­ly peace­ful in the fall.

Hike the Beau­ti­ful Outdoors

After learn­ing about the area’s his­to­ry, ven­ture out to expe­ri­ence its nat­ur­al beau­ty. Whether you choose to stay in Oroville or explore neigh­bor­ing areas, you’ll find trails per­fect for a beau­ti­ful fall hike. The Novem­ber weath­er makes this an ide­al time for out­door adventure.

Sip VillaVi­no Wine Bar

After your after­noon out­doors, relax at VillaVi­no Wine Bar. Here you can enjoy a care­ful­ly curat­ed selec­tion of wines, beers, and local­ly sourced antipasti plates. It’s the per­fect spot to unwind and share sto­ries from your day of exploration. 

Dine at Union

Take an easy stroll to Union for din­ner, where ele­vat­ed Cal­i­for­nia cui­sine awaits. The restau­ran­t’s warm atmos­phere and week­end live music cre­ate the per­fect set­ting for your final meal in Butte Coun­ty. The friend­ly peo­ple and invit­ing ambiance epit­o­mize Down­town Oroville’s charm.

Catch a Show in Down­town Oroville

End your week­end with enter­tain­ment at either the Oroville State The­ater or the Bird­cage Theatre. The State The­ater, a beau­ti­ful­ly pre­served 1920s venue, fea­tures clas­sic movies and live con­certs, while the Bird­cage The­atre offers inti­mate local pro­duc­tions. Either choice pro­vides a per­fect finale to your fall getaway.