Cromberg: Railroad History and River Trips

Get to know Cromberg through Twenty Mile House, a site associated with early travel and trade history. The house began as a stagecoach stop and trading post. This dual role brings its historical significance to life: stagecoach travel and trade were among the functions of the same house. Twenty Mile House also became a frequently used stop along the route that teamsters then called the “Reno-Quincy” route.

Twenty Mile House and Cromberg’s Transportation History

In 1909, the Western Pacific Railroad reached Cromberg and Twenty Mile House for the first time. The year marks the railroad’s arrival at both locations. This brings different aspects of transportation history together: the house’s functions, its role as a stop on a route named by teamsters, and the arrival of the railroad. If you are interested in the history of travel, you can consider the house, route, and railroad as distinct points of interest.

River Tours on the Middle Fork Feather River

The Middle Fork Feather River is designated Wild and Scenic and offers several types of tours. Guided packraft trips on the river include a Cromberg-to-Sloat float. The Middle Section trips run from Two Rivers to Sloat, cover about six miles, and take a full day. Both routes end in Sloat, but start at different locations: the Middle Section trips start in Two Rivers, while the packraft float runs from Cromberg to Sloat. The Middle Section trips also have an approximate distance and time frame specified.

Difficulty and water levels on the Middle Section trips can vary seasonally. For packraft trips, confirm river conditions and availability before booking. Lost Sierra Fly Guide states that it is licensed and insured for its river tours and holds permits to use Forest Service land.

Backcountry Routes and Scenery

Sloat McRae Road is a scenic backcountry route from Quincy to the Pacific Crest Trail and the Gold Valley OHV Trail. It crosses the Middle Fork Feather River. The described features of this drive therefore include both the named destinations and the river crossing.

The drive to La Porte passes through canyons and meadows, crosses the Middle Fork Feather River, described as wild and scenic, and passes a historic bridge. The two routes have different points of interest: Sloat McRae Road is described by the destinations along the backcountry route, while the drive to La Porte is characterized by its scenery and bridge. You can distinguish between the drives based on the route and landscape features described for each.

Route conditions and access on Sloat McRae Road may change. Check them before you go if you plan to take this route.

Camping in Cromberg

Neighbors RV Village offers camping in Cromberg. If you are considering this camping option, check the current offerings before your trip, as services may change.

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