Where Are We? Paradise and Magalia on the Ridge
Getting Here: Easy Access to The Paradise Ridge
Tucked into the beautiful foothills of Northern California, The Paradise Ridge feels worlds away — yet it’s remarkably easy to reach. Whether you’re coming for a visit, a weekend escape, or a new beginning, you’ll find that the journey to The Ridge is as smooth as the destination is rewarding.
Highways & Road Access
The Paradise Ridge is well connected by key Northern California routes. CA-70, CA-99, and I-5 all provide simple access from neighboring regions. Once nearby, Skyway, Clark Road, Neal Road, and Pentz Road lead directly up to the Ridge, offering scenic drives with panoramic views of the valley below.
Close to Major Cities
The Paradise Ridge offers the best of both worlds — small-town charm within comfortable reach of city conveniences:
From Chico
Travel Time: 20 min

- Head northeast on E 5th St toward Wall St
- Take Skyway to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From San Francisco
Travel Time: 3 hrs
- Take US-101 S/Central Fwy
- Take I-80 E to CA-99 N in Sacramento
- Take exit 525B from I-5 N
- Continue on CA-99 N.
- Drive to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From Sacramento
Travel Time: 1.5 hrs
- Take I-5 N from I St
- Take CA-99 N and CA-70 N to CA-191 N
- Take Clark Rd to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From The East Bay
Travel Time: 3 hrs
- Take I-80 E to CA-99 N in Sacramento
- Take exit 525B from I-5 N
- Get on CA-70 N in Sutter County from CA-99 N
- Continue onto CA-70 N
- Take CA-70 N and Clark Rd to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From Stockton
Travel Time: 2.5 hrs
- Get on I-5 N from N Center St and Exit 65A
- Continue to Sacramento. Take exit 525B from I-5 N
- Get on CA-70 N in Sutter County from CA-99 N
- Continue onto CA-70 N
- Take CA-70 N and Clark Rd to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From Reno
Travel Time: 3 hrs
- Take I-80 W
- Follow I-80 W and CA-20 W to Woodruff Ln in Yuba County
- Take Mathews Ln and Ramirez Rd to CA-70 N
- Follow CA-70 N to CA-191 N in Butte County
- Take Clark Rd to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From Redding
Travel Time: 1.5 hrs
- Take I-5 S
- Follow I-5 S and CA-99 S to Chico
- Take exit 383 from CA-99 S
- Follow Skyway to Elliott Rd in Paradise
From Wine Country
Travel Time: 3 hrs
- Take Coombs St and CA-221 S to CA-12 E/CA-29 S
- Continue on CA-12 E
- Take I-80 E, CA-99 N and CA-70 N to Yuba County
- Follow CA-70 N to CA-191 N in Butte County
- Take Clark Rd to Elliott Rd in Paradise
Nearby Airports
Travelers flying in have several convenient airport options:
- Sacramento International Airport (SMF) – The region’s major hub with nationwide connections.
- Chico Municipal Airport (CIC) – Ideal for regional and private flights.
- Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) – A practical choice for travelers approaching from the north.
All three airports provide easy access to the Ridge via well-maintained highways, making your arrival as simple as it is scenic.