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Whether you want the spooky tricks, the autumn spiced treats, or a little of both, you will find Halloween haunts here in Calaveras that will deliver on the treats while having a few tricks just to keep things interesting…
For breakfast on the go grab a strong coffee, a homemade everything bagel with cream cheese (and maybe a sweet treat too) from Aria Bakery in Murphys. Then hop in the car for a peaceful 20-minute drive through the pines to the town of Dorrington for easy access to the wild and scenic…
Welcome to the “Sugar Pine House”. Enjoy a peaceful getaway in this secluded mountain atmosphere. This house is located in the middle of a 60-acre Christmas tree farm in West Point, CA. Relax on the porch while taking in the views and listening to the sounds of the Mokelumne River. Check out the various hiking … Continued
California summers can get hot! Find fun and adventurous ways to cool off in Calaveras County this summer whether by walking among giants, exploring underground secrets, or taking a cool dip in a pristine alpine lake.
Traveling with your best friend and need to know where to sleep, eat, and have some fun? Read on for a few reasons why Calaveras is your #1 spot to bring your sweet fur-baby along with you!
“In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is freedom and in water there is bacteria” – Benjamin Franklin
Calaveras County’s history reflects its spectacular natural environment, first as Native American Miwok settlements, then as a major player in the California Gold Rush, and soon after, as the discovery site of giant sequoias, beautiful caves and spectacular scenery. Calaveras County History: Mokelumne Hill Founded in 1848, “Moke Hill”, as the locals call it, was … Continued
Wine tasting is a perfect, laid-back, stress-free experience in Calaveras County. We have winery tasting rooms dotted all around the county. Three historic downtowns, Murphys and Mokelumne Hill offer Calaveras wine tasting rooms on their charming Gold Rush era Main Streets, and Copperopolis has tasting rooms in their picturesque town square. For vineyard tasting rooms, you’ll … Continued
FREE FISHING SEPTEMBER 3RD! And lots of other Labor Day fun. Calaveras has ways you can beat the heat, stay active, relax and enjoy the last days of summer!
Stories handed down over generations get embellished, reinterpreted, and while the truth is likely wrapped up in those stories somewhere, as time passes fact and fiction become part of the same legacy. Our museums have the job of not only presenting the stories, but of delving into the evidence behind the stories. The staff at … Continued
Earthquake Thriller Shines Light on Gold Rush Town The 2015 opening of a Hollywood film titled “San Andreas” called attention to the Gold Rush town of the same name. The film depicts a fictional version of the San Andreas fault, which runs through western California and is unrelated to the town of San Andreas in … Continued
Did you know Mark Twain found his voice not in the South, but right here in Angels Camp, Calaveras County, California? Ready to become a part of the living legend? Read this three part series on The Celebrated Jumping Frog by Mark Twain to explore the little known tale of how Mark Twain, the brilliant … Continued