The Butte Valley region presents sweeping vistas of ranch, farm and grass lands spreading across the valley floor. Here you will find the Butte Valley National Grasslands stretching between the towns of Dorris and Macdoel.
If you're passing through Macdoel during the winter, bundle up and stop for Chariot Races or follow the wildlife viewing signs and keep an eye out for bald eagles. While in Dorris pull the car over so you can get out and tip your head way back to peer up at the tallest flagpole west of the Mississippi. Grab a bite to eat then visit with famous western saddle maker, Conrad Kopenhafer in his Butte Valley Saddle Company on Main Street, which is also the Chamber of Commerce.
If you approach the region from the south, you will pass the Living Memorial Sculpture Garden and Labyrinth, just outside of Weed, which stands as a tribute to America's veterans.
Follow the links below for detailed information on the Butte Valley Segment of the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway.
530-397-3711
The Weed Chamber of Commerce
530-938-4624 or 1-877-938-4624
The Shasta Trinity National Forest
530-226-2500
The National Grasslands web site
Butte Valley Wildlife Area
Click for the Klamath Basin, Tulelake and Lava Beds National Monument Region to the north and east
Click for the Mount Shasta Region to the south
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