Marysville

Ellis Lake

Marysville, the county seat of Yuba County, is one of California’s historic cities. Its history as a community goes back to the Gold Rush days.  The city is strategically located 40 miles north of the state capitol of Sacramento where Highways 70 and 20 intersect.

 Commercial, agricultural, recreational, educational and industrial activities for the Yuba-Sutter area center around Marysville giving rise to the nickname “Hub City.” Marysville is one of the top five commercial centers in the surrounding 27 counties. It is served by two railroad lines, two highways, a regional airport and a public bus line.

 Marysville, along with Yuba City, its neighbor across the Feather River, has long been one of the leading agri-business centers of California. Other business comes from retail sales, manufacturing, rice farming, stock raising and mining.  Beale Air Force Base, to the east, also contributes significantly to the community’s economy.  Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hunting, fishing, boating, swimming, golf, tennis and many other sports in Marysville and the nearby countryside and mountains.