At Caribou Crossroads, hosts Michael and Michele are ready to accommodate your needs—whether you're stopping in for a homestyle meal at the café, resting in a cozy cabin, parking your RV, or pitching a tent. Guests quickly learn that they’re not just welcomed by friendly hosts, but by family.
Nestled along California State Route 70 in the Feather River Canyon, Caribou Crossroads sits on a route rich with history. The highway follows the path of the historic Beckwourth Trail, an 1850s immigrant route that later became the Western Pacific Railroad’s Feather River Route.
Construction of the scenic canyon highway began in 1928, requiring engineers to carve three tunnels through the rugged rock walls of the canyon. The road was once known as U.S. Route 40 Alternate before being officially redesignated State Route 70 in 1964.
Today, the route—known as the Feather River Scenic Byway—serves as a beautiful lower-elevation crossing of the Sierra Nevada. Because of its unique location in this remote canyon, Caribou Crossroads has become a memorable stop for travelers and Pacific Crest Trail hikers, especially during the summer months.
It’s more than just a stop along the road—it’s a place where history, adventure, and hospitality meet!
