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MarysvilleMarysville, California
Half a day or a stopover on the way to the Gold Country: see the Bok Kai Temple and Ellis Lake, then move on.
Marysville is a small city in Yuba County, once a Gold Rush riverboat hub. Today it's a quiet stop with a historic Chinese temple, a man-made lake park and a handful of local eateries. Most travellers pass through in a few hours or stay one night en route to Grass Valley or Truckee.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot), Dec–Jan (cold and foggy)
- Airport
- SMF
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Marysville911 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Marysville, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyMarysville is generally safe for daytime visits.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire and ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckSMF Sacramento International Airport (About 1 hour drive (check)).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- Sit-down mealDinner (sit-down)$15–25
- Street or quick mealLunch (sandwich or Indian)$10–15
- BeerBeer (draft)$5–7
- Budget bedHostel bed (limited options), a night, per personUS$40
- Mid-range bedChain hotel double room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedChain hotel double room, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- SMF Sacramento International Airport (About 1 hour drive (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Feb
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
Avoid
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Jan. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Jul (0). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Marysville: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
10 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
Apr
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
5 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
1 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
0 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
0 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
1 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
4 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
7 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. Downtown is walkable but sights and hotels are spread out. No public transit of note.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Grass Valley
goDoor to door: About 30 min
Drive east on Highway 20, about 30 min
Historic Gold Country town with shops and mines.
Yuba City
goDoor to door: About 10 min
Drive west on Highway 20, about 10 min
Larger city with more dining and shopping.
Sacramento
goDoor to door: About 45 min
Drive south on Highway 99, about 45 min
State capital with museums and a riverfront.
Truckee
goDoor to door: About 1 h 15 min
Drive east on Highway 20, about 1 h 15 min
Mountain town near Lake Tahoe.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Near Highway 20 / Beale Road
Chain hotels like Comfort Suites; car needed.
Downtown
Limited options; closer to the temple and lake.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Chain hotel double room1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental per day (economy)1 × US$45 · check | US$45 |
| Gas for 50 miles1 × US$10 | US$10 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$42 |
| Trip total≈ US$229 per person per day, bed included | US$457 |
2026 estimate in US dollars; flights and car rental excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Lunch (sandwich or Indian) | $10–15 |
| Dinner (sit-down) | $15–25 |
| Beer (draft) | $5–7 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $4–5 (check) |
| Hotel room (mid-range) | $100–150 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Flood risk near the Yuba River in wet years; check local alerts.
- Downtown can feel quiet after dark; plan accordingly.
- Bok Kai Temple is open only Saturday–Sunday 9AM–3PM (check).
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire and ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Sacramento Airport to Marysville (taxi): about $80–100 (check)
- Gas (per gallon): about $4–5 (check)
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Marysville. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot), Dec–Jan (cold and foggy) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Bok Kai Temple, Ellis Lake and Mary Aaron Memorial Museum with verified hours.
- Eat pages for Lakeside Indian Cuisine and other local spots.
- Sleep page for Comfort Suites and other hotels.
- Golden and hostile arrival fixtures for Sacramento airport and Highway 20.
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