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Lake Camanche Resort includes a multi-award winning campground with year-round recreation and fishing with 54 miles of shoreline and 7,700 surface acres of water for all your outdoor recreational activities. The lake features family and group camping by the lake shoreline, cottages, RV sites, hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, equestrian trails and equestrian camping. Lake … Continued
Giant Burger has been a favorite of vacationers looking for well made, traditional burgers, since its opening in 1968. Made-to-order specialty burgers, plus sandwiches, fish and chips, beef hotdogs, shakes, malts and soft drinks give you lots of options. In hot weather, you’ll enjoy a soft-serve ice cream cone, and little ones will find something … Continued
Murphys Suites is Calaveras County’s newest lodging property featuring 70 non-smoking suites with hair dryers, makeup mirrors, 50″ flat screen TV’s, soft-serve ice cream, and fresh breakfast donut delivery service. It’s location on Highway 4 is within walking distance of all the wine tasting and restaurants in charming historic downtown Murphys. It also makes a … Continued
Calaveras Winter Itineraries: Unwind, indulge, and PLAY! UNWIND…Warm your body up with a few downward dogs and some deep stretching at one of Calaveras’ fitness studios such as the Angels Camp Body Shop, Good Karma Yoga Studio, or the Valley Springs Sports and Fitness Center. After class, take your relaxation to the next … Continued
Sweet Tasty Treats: Villa Bakery Recently voted by locals as the best bakery in the Motherlode, Villa Bakery is found in Valley Springs near the entrance to La Contenta Golf Course. Try their tiramisu cupcakes or the Cowboy Croissant. Their eclairs are also very popular. It’s a great stop if you’re heading for a hike or … Continued
6-Day Calaveras Golf Adventure Itinerary – Self Drive Discover the vast year-round adventures of California’s Sierra Foothills on a fun golf and adventure 6-day, self-driving tour. Calaveras County, in the heart of California’s historic Gold Country, is dotted with charming, historic towns like Angels Camp, Murphys and Mokelumne Hill. With five championship golf courses at varying … Continued
Getting to Calaveras County from major California cities, Reno and Tahoe, is a beautiful drive whatever route you take. Be sure to stop in at the Visitors Center in historic Angels Camp for help planning your visit! Scroll down for directions from Sacramento, Fresno & LA, San Francisco & the Bay Area, and Reno & … Continued
Whether looking for classic romance or the opportunity to try something new, Calaveras has you covered. Read on to plan your Valentine’s weekend with our top Valentine’s events occurring throughout the month of February. From wine and beer tasting, gorgeous sunset views, Gold Rush era charm, to strolling among giant sequoias or snow play in the High Sierra, Calaveras has a lot to offer.
Take a beautiful drive through the Calaveras foothills and see some historic, quaint small towns…the kind you see in your favorite movie or read about in a beloved book. Looking for unique festivals, attractions, and adventures? West Calaveras has a little somethin’ somethin’ for you to discover…
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…
Made from scratch, never from a box or a bag and using only the most awesome ingredients. Food grade essential oils. Locally sourced produce. Fresh squeezed juices instead of extracts. Garden grown no pesticide fruits. And the buttercream is made with its namesake, butter!! Gluten and vegan friendly.
MUSHROOM BARBERA SAUCE FOR STEAK INGREDIENTS 1 tbsp unsalted butter 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 shallots, minced 2 lbs mushrooms, sliced 2 sprigs thymne leaves salt & pepper 1/2 cup Calaveras Barbera 1/4 cup beef broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 1 tbsp chives, minced. DIRECTIONS Melt butter and oil. When butter foams, add … Continued