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Weaverville, CaliforniaWeaverville
One day covers the historic Joss House, museum trail and a meal; add a night if you want a relaxed pace or to catch winter snow.
Weaverville is a small Gold‑Rush town on Highway 299 with a handful of historic sites, a few eateries and a historic hotel. Its attractions are close together, so a single day is enough for the highlights; an overnight stay lets you enjoy the quiet evenings and optional winter activities.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep, Apr–May (dry, mild)
- avoid Dec–Feb (snow may close roads)
- Airport
- O54
- Nights
- 1
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.
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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
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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 Weaverville, California, 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
- SafetyVery low crime; main safety concerns are winter road conditions and limited cell coverage.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / sheriff · 911 Hospital (Trinity Hospital)
- 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.
- AirportO54 Lonnie Pool Field (General‑aviation only; nearest commercial airports: Redding (54 mi east) and Arcata (100 mi west)).
- Getting aroundWalk or rent a car; Highway 299 runs through town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)$3–$5
- Street or quick mealPizza slice$4–$7
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personUS$50
- Mid-range bedHistoric hotel room, a night, per roomUS$180
- High-end bedHistoric hotel room, a night, per roomUS$260
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$70 · Mid US$120 · High US$180
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
- O54 Lonnie Pool Field (General‑aviation only; nearest commercial airports: Redding (54 mi east) and Arcata (100 mi west))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: Apr–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C) low), wettest Nov (10 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Weaverville, California: 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
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
8 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
7 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
10 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
9 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
Walk or rent a car; Highway 299 runs through town. Parking is free on most streets; limited public transport.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Redding
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Drive north on Highway 299, about 45 min
Larger city with shopping, airport and museums.
Mad River
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Drive west on Highway 299, about 30 min
River recreation, fishing and picnics.
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.
Weaverville Hotel & Emporium
Historic 7‑room hotel on Main St, good base for one night.
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
- $70–$100 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–$150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Historic hotel room1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$60 · check | US$120 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × US$30 · check | US$60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$60 |
| Trip total≈ US$330 per person per day, bed included | US$660 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | $3–$5 |
| Burger (fast‑food) | $6–$9 |
| Meal at La Grange Cafe | $12–$20 |
| Pizza slice | $4–$7 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.80–$4.20 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter snow can close Highway 299; carry chains.
- Cell service is spotty in the mountains; plan fuel stops in town.
- No local police department; sheriff patrols and CHP handle incidents.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Sheriff
- 911
- Hospital (Trinity Hospital)
- 911
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Emergency
- Police / Sheriff911
- Hospital (Trinity Hospital)911
Embassy
US consulate in San Francisco; nearest US embassy in Washington, DC.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Lonnie Pool Field → Redding (rent car): about $45 per day (check)
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- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry
- Gracias — Thank you
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it?
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Weaverville, California. 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: Jun–Sep, Apr–May (dry, mild) · avoid Dec–Feb (snow may close roads) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night for relaxed evenings and winter snow scenery.
- Consider renting a car for day trips to Redding or Mad River.
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