Welcome to the Diamond 'S' Ranch!

Our ranch museum showcases the tools and memorabilia of farming, logging, ranching, and just plain living, from a time when food, shelter and clothing were the main concerns for the valley's early settlers.

After your museum visit, we'll jump on ATVs and take a two-to-three hour ride on the ranch's 1,750 acres to see history as it happened. Follow the route of the steam train that brought groceries and supplies to the snowbound ranches in Carmen Valley, and moved wood from the lumber camps and mills in the Calpine area to the main line in Sierra Valley. Visit a large Maidu Indian grinding rock on the Feather River, one of the few wild and scenic rivers left in California.

Now jump back on the ATVs, and keep your eyes and camera ready, as the chances are high you'll see deer and other wildlife on the climb up Beckwourth Peak.

By the time we get back to the barn, you'll be tired, relaxed, and ready for a hearty meal, Santa Maria style BBQ Tri-tip prepared from a recipe that originated in the oil fields of California. We'll be cooking on The Big Green Egg, a modern version of the ancient Japanese kamado, and you never tasted meat so good and juicy

When your time with us is over, you'll leave with a smile on your face, a happy tummy, and a few items from our gift shop to remind you of time well spent.

By exploring the history and beauty of our area, you can help our family to keep this land for our children and grandchildren and to preserve this extraordinary valley for future generations. Come enjoy the experience!

We provide late-model, well-maintained ATVs, 1-up or 2-up, and a Rhino 4 seater. Our guides are all trained by the ATV Safety Institute. You must be at least 16 with a valid driver's license to operate an Am. Passengers must be at least 6 years old.

Each Explore! Tour includes:

1. Museum History, ATV Safety Orientation and Rules of the Tour
2. Helmet, Goggles and Gloves for Everyone
3. Late Model Am, Fueled and Checked
4. Guided Tour of Approximately 15 Miles
5. Delicious Big Green Egg Santa Maria BBQ Meal

Fee: Driver $120. Passenger $50. 12 & Under: $15.

Please call ahead for reservations (530) 832-5450.

We Offer the Best Way to BBQ! Big Green Egg. We appreciate our Big Green Egg so much we sell them! Made in America since 1974, the Big Green Egg comes in a variety of sizes for all your smoking and grilling needs! Contact us for more information.

IF YOU GET LOST: Call Us! 530-832-5450

For Your Safety
ATVs can be dangerous if used improperly. Our guests will be instructed in - and expected to follow all safety rules. We provide guided tours, and any guest not obeying the requests of our guides will not be allowed to complete their tour. Thank You.