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Hey folks, curious if anyone has moved from Northern CA and can give some feedback on towns/cities in Idaho that may have the climate or setting of the foothills of Northern CA. I know there are lots of transplants from CA so I am hoping to get some real good feedback. While I am leaving the beautiful town in Calaveras county, I just cant handle the state government and mentality that has thrived in CA for so long.
The most important factors for us would probably be in this order.
1. good schools (high school and college accessibility)
2. good healthcare
3. climate and scenery
4. sense of community
5. smaller vs larger towns ( less than 10,000)
6. employment wouldn't be a stumbling block.
I've travelled a little through Idaho and have really enjoyed the beauty of the state. Just wandering if there is a right fit for us that we should be exploring.
Hey! We are from Stockton, and brought our grandmother here with us from Valley springs. Biggest difference is that much of Idaho gets some form of snow. To (kinda) answer your request, I would say that Grangeville reminds us of Calaveras county the most. Pretty, little tourism, home grown... Idaho as a whole is 20 years behind California in culture, so think Calaveras county 20 years ago.
So Grangeville would look like Farmington CA if Farmington had a town there? Or more like Copper or more like Angels Camp? Looked at some pictures to try and get a sense. Snow is not a problem. Trying to get some trees in or closely. Also looking for a little property, maybe 5-10 acres. How was the transition? Any regrets leaving NorCal? Is there a town that reminds you of a Sutter Creek, Murphy’s type town?
Hey folks, curious if anyone has moved from Northern CA and can give some feedback on towns/cities in Idaho that may have the climate or setting of the foothills of Northern CA. I know there are lots of transplants from CA so I am hoping to get some real good feedback. While I am leaving the beautiful town in Calaveras county, I just cant handle the state government and mentality that has thrived in CA for so long.
The most important factors for us would probably be in this order.
1. good schools (high school and college accessibility)
2. good healthcare
3. climate and scenery
4. sense of community
5. smaller vs larger towns ( less than 10,000)
6. employment wouldn't be a stumbling block.
I've travelled a little through Idaho and have really enjoyed the beauty of the state. Just wandering if there is a right fit for us that we should be exploring.
Thank you
Yes I concur with you 100% State of Chaos is out of control.
I have relatives that have a home here and in Boise. We were all born and raised here when it was a better time so we have experienced the changes. They prefer Boise much better. My best friend moved from Cordelia, CA in Solano county to Grangeville, Idaho and said I would love it there.
As soon we take care of some arrangements we are out of here for sure. We have been wanting out of here for too long now. Soon the chapter will close.
I noticed that we all are leaving for the same reasons to get out of this horrid place. Yes it has got to be that bad here and now.
So Grangeville would look like Farmington CA if Farmington had a town there? Or more like Copper or more like Angels Camp? Looked at some pictures to try and get a sense. Snow is not a problem. Trying to get some trees in or closely. Also looking for a little property, maybe 5-10 acres. How was the transition? Any regrets leaving NorCal? Is there a town that reminds you of a Sutter Creek, Murphy’s type town?
Thank you.
Grangeville is a town of about 3000 people, so it would be more like Sonora in terms of size, but it is high up on a plateau, not in the mountains, or in the trees. If you're looking for something like Copper, Angels Camp, Murphy, or Sutter Creek, you might look at St. Maries. Wallace would be closer to Murphy or Angels Camp in ambiance. I love visiting the Mother Lode country (State Route 49, on the western slope of the Sierras, the old CA Gold Country). A relative of mine restored the interior of the old hotel in Murphy in the 1970s. I don't know if it is still open, but I saw it right after the restoration, and it was a great place.
Orofino might work, too. Beautifully situated along the Clearwater River, but it is not really "in the trees." McCall is probably too cold and remote for you, but you might want to take a look at Cascade. Small towns with ambiance.
We're in SoCal, building a retirement home in the Panhandle, outside of Clark Fork. We've got 5 acres, all trees, and a mountain view. I wouldn't compare Clark Fork or the other small towns in NID with "49"towns, but Sandpoint (the nearest town with major stores) and Jackson are actually somewhat similar (IMO).
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The Murphys hotel has been renovated many times over the years and really gives charm to that gold rush town. Great little town as it is compact and very walkable. Has 4 seasons which makes its micro climate appealing. If there was another town like Murphys in Idaho or elsewhere that would be special.
....... If there was another town like Murphys in Idaho or elsewhere that would be special.
If Murphys is exactly what you want, perhaps you should stay in Murphys. Idaho is nothing like California and you can not mold Idaho into the California town that you want it to be like.
If Murphys is exactly what you want, perhaps you should stay in Murphys. Idaho is nothing like California and you can not mold Idaho into the California town that you want it to be like.
^ This 100%. I want as far away from Commiefornia culture as I can get. They’ve already ruined Texas and Colorado.
The Murphys hotel has been renovated many times over the years and really gives charm to that gold rush town. Great little town as it is compact and very walkable. Has 4 seasons which makes its micro climate appealing. If there was another town like Murphys in Idaho or elsewhere that would be special.
I have to say that while the Mother Lode towns are very special, the small, historic Idaho towns are fascinating in their own way, with their own history of mining, logging and ranching--and great historic buildings. I suggest that you come back and do some more exploring, without necessarily trying to look for a Mother Lode equivalent.
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