Download or read book Ione and the Jackson Valley written by Deborah Coleen Cook and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nestled between the plains of the Sacramento Valley and the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, on the western margin of Amador County, is the beautiful region surrounding Ione and the Jackson Valley. Described as two of the most attractive and fertile areas of the Central Sierra region, both have been home to farmers, ranchers, and merchants for more than 150 years. From the thriving little town of Ione to the "four corners" gathering place known as Buena Vista, the region remains a favorite for residents and tourists alike. Recreational attractions such as the historic Preston Castle and Lakes Camanche, Pardee, and Amador lure visitors from both near and far.