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.

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. We are retaining the hearty traditional tastes of the past while exploring some new directions...

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 very limited access requiring self-powered or electric-powered river travel. With a farm-to-table philosophy, we are featuring Hat Creek Grown grass-fed beef and partnering with Shasta Land Trust and Cal Trout to preserve this special place.

A Modern Touch

The new owners 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...

(OpenTable reservations coming soon...)

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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 and Bouncer

Don't mess with Quentin. He keeps an eye out and can make any drink imaginable. He is a certified mixologist.

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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.

Fun

Bags

Try your luck at "bags" but don't dare call it "cornhole". Check out the blog for tournament date.

Horse Shoes

Throw horse shoes just out back. The world-record high score for an 11-point game has been attained on our grounds many times.

Lawn Games

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 according to Teddy Roosevelt.

Golf

According to local legend, the 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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Hike down into Burney Falls and do the loop back up and around...

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

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

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

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

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

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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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Our whimsical water wheel waters the lawn...

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Travis will take you down Pit River safe and sound

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Float and fish Pit River with our expert guides

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Fly fishing the Fall at the best time of day

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The world-famous Hat Creek is around the corner

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Quigley Cripple

#2

The Dapper Dale

#3

Whipple Snapper

#4

Rainbow Springs

Rates

Stay

$125/ night

  • Queen Bed
  • Euro Lounger
  • Keurig Coffee
  • Continental breakfast
  • River access

Kayak

$call/ day

  • Kayaking on the Fall River
  • Short excursions near the tavern
  • Long ride to the Whipple House
  • Other kayak waters avaiable
  • Shuttle service available

Raft

$500/ trip

  • Float the Pit River
  • Tame but fun rapids
  • Raft holds up to nine riders
  • Lunch stop included
  • Shuttle service available

Fish

$500/ day

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

software artisan from SF

This place is amazing! I can't wait come back.

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Michelle T

lodge owner

My favorite place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the Fall River is from the Oakhouse Tavern deck. Excellent food and craft cocktails make the view even more enjoyable.

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Mike S

teacher living in Bali

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

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Rick H

retired tech executive

The hatches on the upper Fall River are spectacular... I’ve caught many beautiful rainbow trout within a hundred yards of the Oakhouse Tavern.

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Contact

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

Phone: +530-336-5300
Email: melissa@oakhousetavern.com