The Oak House Tavern

Welcome to our quaint and picturesque hideaway situated upon the uppermost reaches of California's largest spring-fed river, the Fall River.

About

The Tavern

Eat

The tavern is your perfect setting for happy hour, dinner, or Sunday brunch. Our dining room overlooks the Fall River and is serviced by our western-style kitchen led by Chef David Kurth . Chef David’s menu retains the hearty tastes of his past work while he explores new ideas for the 2019 season.

Drink

We offer a full-service bar managed by our lead bartender Quentin Johnston. Our heritage cocktails are named after local legends. Ask Quentin to mix you up a "Quigley Cripple", one of his more popular concoctions.

Stay

Seven rooms in the lodge are adjacent to the restaurant and can accommodate up to 14 overnight guests. The rooms are cozy with creature comforts including a keurig coffee maker, a small fridge, and updated bedding and linens. Each room has a queen bed and a euro lounger, suitable for a couple, a couple with child, or two friends.

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Preserving the Legacy...

Building on the Metzger's pioneering vision for a simple, rustic lodge in this equisite setting on the upper Fall River, we are embracing a few modern touches, a new variety of tastes to our food and beverage menus, and the highest level of service offered by your hosts Melissa and Quentin.

We are dedicated to preserving and conserving our special spot on the Fall River.

Preservation

The upper Fall River has limited and low impact access and we support self-powered or electric-powered river travel. Our services are designed with an eco-friendly footprint. With a farm-to-table philosophy, we are featuring Hat Creek Grown grass-fed beed and partnering with Shasta Land Trust and Cal Trout to preserve this special place.

A Modern Touch

We don't want to change much but we think you should be able to book with OpenTable and have an eco-friendly, modern experience. Still the best fly fishing in California, but there is much more to enjoy.

A fine meal in a fine setting...

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Your Hosts

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Melissa Johnston

General Manager

Melissa welcomes you to the Tavern! Please reach out to her for anything you need...

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Quentin Johnston

Chief Mixologist

Don't mess with Quentin. He keeps an eye out and can make any drink imaginable. He invented the science of mixology.

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David Kurth

Head Chef

David conjures up masterful meals out of nowhere. Hold the pickles, hold the lettuce, special orders don't upset us. Wham-O!

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Travis Jacobson

Zen Master Rafting Guide

If there were a Greek god of rafting, his name would be Travis. He'll get you down the river with bigly fun. But please don't expect any good jokes.

Fun

Corn Hole

Try your luck at corn hole. Check the blog for tournament dates.

Horse Shoes

Throw horse shoes just out back...

Lawn Activities

Enjoy the large beuatiful backyard lawn. We can provide a football to toss, frisbees, croquet, or bocci balls.

Burney Falls

Go see Burney Falls. The 8th wonder of the world.

Golf

According to local legend, Fall River Golf Course is rated 3rd in the world.

Ahjumawi

Hire a guide for fishing, or a tour, or muscle it on your own in kayaks...

Hiking

Soldier Mountain Lookout, Mt Shasta, Mt Lassen, Subway Cave, Hat Creek, Ahjumawi... ask us for ideas.

Swimming

While Fall River isn't swimmer friendly, there are nice spots nearby on Fall River Lake and Lake Briton. Ask us about the secret hot springs.

Rafting

Don't try this alone. We're here to help!

Peek-a-Boo

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Burney Falls

Hike down into Burney Falls and do the loop back up and around...

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Mt Shasta

On a clear day, the valley has a stunning view of Mt Shasta...

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Ahjumawi

Pristine springs abound. A wonderful spot for kayaking and hiking. Boat-only acess.

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Downtown Fall River

If you get tired of the serenity of the Upper Fall River, you can always hang out in town...

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Photo Workshop

Ask us about the annual Fall River Photo Workshop held by world-reknown photogopher Val Atkinson.

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Green Drakes

An epic battle with a monster trout that swallowed a green drake in front of Oak House...

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The Oak House

If you need more room, rent the house next door! Between the Tavern and the Oak House, we can handle large groups.

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The Water Wheel

Our whimsical water wheel waters the lawn...

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Whitewater Rafting

Travis will take you down Pit River safe and sound

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Pit River

Float and fish Pit River with our expert guides

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Fall River

Fly fishing the Fall at the best time of day

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Hat Creek

The world-famous Hat Creek is around the corner

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Quigley Cripple

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The Dapper Dale

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Whipple Snapper

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Rainbow Springs

Rates

Stay

$100/ night

  • Queen Bed
  • Euro lounger (folds to sleep)
  • Keurig Coffee
  • Daily Housekeeping XXX
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Kayak

$call/ day

  • Kayaking on the fall River
  • 30-60 min excursions near tavern
  • 2.5 hour excursion to Island bridge
  • Other kayak waters avaiable
  • Shuttle service available
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Raft

$500/ trip

  • Float the Pit River
  • Tame but fun class 2.5 rapids
  • Raft holds up to nine riders
  • Eagles, osprey, turtles, otters
  • Lunch stop included
  • Shuttle service included
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Fish

$500/ day

  • All-day guided fishing for two anglers
  • Your choice of local water
  • Equipment available for rent
  • Hire our guides or find your own
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Matt N

Dec 26, 2018

This place is amazing!

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Michelle T

Dec 26, 2018

The Tavern is the best!

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Mike S

Dec 26, 2018

I come for the fishing, but I stay for the beer.

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Contact

How to Reach Us

Please reach out to Melissa for bookings, reservations, or general inquiries via the form here, phone, or email.

28076 Metzger Rd, Fall River Mills, CA
Phone: +530-336-5300
Email: info@oakhousetavern.com
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