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Marshall Gold Discovery
Coloma
The world stampeded to California Gold Country soon after James W. Marshall found shining flecks of gold in the tailrace of the sawmill he was building for himself and John Sutter on the American River near what is now Coloma.
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Best dog-friendly campgrounds in California for spring
Spring is the perfect time to camp with your dog in California. Mild temperatures, green hillsides, and wildflower blooms set the scene from March through May, and you will beat the summer crowds at campgrounds from the redwood coast to…
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Little bit of magic in El Dorado County
El Dorado County's Apple Hill region near Placerville comes alive in fall with more than 50 farms and a new Hard Cider Trail featuring six dog-friendly producers. Nearby cabins and glamping spots make it easy to stay the weekend.
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El Dorado County
El Dorado County is classic Gold Country, with the historic Cary House Hotel in Placerville, dog-friendly wineries along the Adventure Loop and living history events at Marshall Gold Discovery State Park where the Gold Rush began.
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Up the hill in Placerville with your furry sidekick
Placerville, once known as Hangtown, is now one of Gold Country's most dog-friendly towns. Check into the historic Cary House Hotel, dine on Main Street patios, hike along the American River and explore nearby Apple Hill with your pup.
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No tent or rv? no problem…
No tent? No problem. From dog-friendly KOA cabins near Petaluma and Watsonville to Casini Ranch on the Russian River, these soft-camping options let you and your pup enjoy the outdoors without a full gear kit.
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El Dorado County’s adventure loop
The El Dorado County Adventure Loop packs 45 miles of Gold Country exploration into one weekend, with dog-friendly hiking at Cronan Ranch, wine tasting at Jose Wine Caves and Gold Rush history in Coloma.
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