Set against the wide-open skies and golden pastures of California’s largest alpine valley, the 2025 Sierra Valley Art + Ag Trail is a one-day celebration of the region’s deep agricultural roots and vibrant creative spirit. This self-guided tour invites visitors to explore working ranches, historic barns, art studios and cultural landmarks, featuring over 40 local artists, heritage demonstrations such as wool spinning and chuckwagon rides, and hands-on experiences, including farm-to-fabric indigo dyeing and a yak petting zoo. From tri-tip lunches and prize drawings to an unforgettable barn dance with live music and line dancing, the event offers a rich and authentic taste of Sierra Valley life, organizers said.
The $20 admission includes full access to all trail sites and entry to the Closing Barn Dance Dinner at The Lost Marbles Ranch in Beckwourth, from 4 – 8 p.m.. Trailheads open at 8 a.m. There, attendees may pick up wristbands, maps, merchandise, and explore local vendors. Sites along the trail welcome visitors from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will also be an online prize drawing with over 40 chances to win. Prizes may be collected directly from the artists along the trail.
Cattlemen’s BBQ Lunch $20
- Sierra Plumas Cattlemen’s Association
- Grab-n-go BBQ Tri Tip Sandwich, chips and soda
- Downtown Loyalton from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Pre-orders are encouraged for speedy pickup and event preparation.
Closing barn dance dinner
- Fall Harvest Dinner catered by the Fork-n-Horn served from 4–6 PM
- Lemon garlic chicken, roasted root vegetable, garden salad, dinner rolls ($40 per plate)
- Limited to 200 pre-orders
- Cash bar featuring beer, wine and margaritas
- Live music by local favorites “The Neighbors” 4-5:30 p.m.
- Line dance class with Kira Fuqua 5:30-6 PM
- Line dance party led by Carson City’s Kira Fuqua 6-8 p.m.
- Admission $20 without wristbands
Visit www.svaat.org to purchase tickets, pre-order meals, and learn more.
