Things to Do near Gold Country
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Auburn Welcome Center
Auburn
Placer County is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, wine connoisseurs, epicureans, and history buffs alike.
Coyote SNO-Park
Big Creek
Coyote SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Recommended activities include cross-country skiing,…
Dog & Pony Ranch
Jackson
Take a day trip or stay overnight at the Dog & Pony Ranch — a private and dog-friendly ranch in…
Highway 108 SNO-Park
Strawberry
California State Highway 108 traverses the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of 9,628 feet and is subject to winter closure…
Hope Valley
Markleeville
Enjoy winter recreation and snowshoeing opportunities with your dog at Hope Valley.
Wild Blue Dog Camp
South Lake Tahoe
One in three dogs will get cancer. Six million dogs will be diagnosed this year. Without treatment, most will die…
Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad
Fish Camp
The historic Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is irresistible not just to rail buffs, but to families who want to…
Yosemite National Park
El Portal
Before you bring your dog to Yosemite National Park, read up on the rules so you won't be disappointed.
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Abel’s Apple Acres
Placerville
Abel’s Apple Acres, located in the heart of Apple Country in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for…
American River Cherry Company
Placerville
American River Cherry Company, located in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for cherry and berry enthusiasts. This…
Apple Country Christmas Trees
Camino
Apple Country Christmas Trees in Camino, El Dorado County, offers a delightful experience for both humans and their furry companions.…
Blackwood Canyon
Tahoe City
Blackwood Canyon is located on the west side of Highway 89, three miles south of Tahoe City in Placer County.
Calaveras Visitors Center
Angels Camp
The Calaveras Visitors Center in Angels Camp, Calaveras County, is a must-visit destination for history buffs and souvenir hunters alike.…
California State Capitol Park
Sacramento
Capitol Park in Sacramento is a lush 40-acre oasis right in the heart of the city. With beautifully landscaped gardens,…
Camanche Lake
Ione
Camanche Lake, a popular recreation destination with 56 miles of shoreline, sits behind Camanche Dam, built to impound and prevent…
Camp Nauvoo
Placerville
Camp Nauvoo is a small (16 sites), family-owned campground near Placerville. Entering its first full summer season with dog-friendly tent…
Carson Pass
Markleeville
Carson Pass SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 88 at Carson Pass 60 miles east of Jackson…
Carson Ridge Evergreens
Placerville
Carson Ridge Evergreens in El Dorado County is not just a Christmas tree farm; it’s a beloved family tradition for…
Cedar Ravine Tree Farm
Placerville
Cedar Ravine Tree Farm in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a charming destination for those seeking a festive experience with…
Coarsegold Historic Museum
Coarsegold
The Coarsegold Historic Museum, situated on two acres alongside Highway 41, is the home of a collection of artifacts stemming…
Coarsegold Historic Village
Coarsegold
Coarsegold Historic Village in Yosemite Madera County offers a unique experience for both locals and travelers. This collection of shops…
Crystal Basin Recreation Area
Pollock Pines
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) administers a series of hydroelectric power plants along with a network of beautiful mountain…
Crystal Creek Farm
Camino
A family-owned choose-and-cut Christmas tree farm in picturesque Camino, California. Located right in the heart of Apple Hill, we have…
D. L. Bliss State Park
South Lake Tahoe
Nestled within the awe-inspiring Sierra Nevada mountain range lies the breathtaking D. L. Bliss State Park, a haven for nature…
Davis Christmas Tree Farm
Fair Play
Previously known for years as Noel's, the property was sold in 2010 and is now under new ownership, operating under the…
Deer Park Ranch Christmas Trees
El Dorado
In the picturesque foothills of El Dorado County, Deer Park Ranch Christmas Trees offers a festive and dog-friendly experience for…
Denver Dan’s Apple Patch
Camino
Denver Dan's in the Apple Hill region of El Dorado County offers you-pick apple orchards, a craft shop and a…
Dimond O
Groveland
Dimond O campground in Groveland, Tuolumne County, is an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts looking to explore Yosemite National Park.…
Donner Summit Rest Area I-80 East
Soda Springs
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Donner Summit Rest Area I-80 West
Soda Springs
If you’re planning a road trip of any distance, look to California’s Rest Areas when you need to take a…
Echo Lake
This scenic area at Echo Summit is justifiably popular with DogTrekkers as leashes are not required away from developed areas.
El Dorado Hills Welcome Center
El Dorado Hills
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready…
El Dorado Orchards
Camino
El Dorado Orchards in Camino, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a fun-filled day out.…
Frosty Fir Tree Farm
Placerville
Frosty Fir Tree Farm in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for families looking to create cherished holiday…
Habitat For Humanity ReStore – San Andreas
San Andreas
The Habitat for Humanity ReStore in San Andreas, located in Calaveras County within the Gold Country region, is a volunteer-operated…
Harris Tree Farm
Pollock Pines
Harris Tree Farm, located in Pollock Pines, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination in the heart of Gold Country.…
Hidden Treasure Gold Mine
Columbia
Hidden Treasure Gold Mine in Columbia State Historic Park is a must-visit attraction for families exploring Tuolumne County’s Gold Country.…
High Sierra RV & MH Park
Oakhurst
Oakhurst is the gateway to the most beautiful park in the world. Yosemite National Park. High Sierra RV Park &…
Hillside Tree Farm
Camino
Hillside Tree Farm, located in Camino, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for those seeking the perfect Christmas tree…
Indian Rock Tree Farm
Camino
In the picturesque town of Camino, Indian Rock Tree Farm is more than just a Christmas tree farm – it’s…
Kit Carson
Markleeville
In a forest of Jeffrey pines and aspens, Kit Carson campground is perfect for tent camping and smaller RVs. The…
Larsen Apple Barn
Camino
Founded by the Larsen family in the 1860's, this is the longest family-owned Apple Hill™ farm. You’ll find over 20 varieties…
Levi’s Tree Farm
Camino
Levi’s Tree Farm, located in Camino, El Dorado County, is a serene destination in the heart of Gold Country where…
Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
Coloma
The world stampeded to California Gold Country soon after James W. Marshall found shining flecks of gold in the tailrace…
McGee Christmas Tree Farm
Placerville
In the heart of Placerville, within the picturesque El Dorado County of the historic Gold Country, lies McGee Christmas Tree…
Meiss Meadow SNO-Park
South Lake Tahoe
Meiss Meadow SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 88 near Carson Pass. Enjoy cross-country skiing, dog sledding,…
North Star Tree Farm
Placerville
North Star Tree Farm in Placerville, El Dorado County, is a must-visit destination for dog owners seeking a festive experience.…
Omo Ranch Tree Farm
Somerset
Established in 1957, Omo Ranch Tree Farm in Somerset, El Dorado County, is a sprawling 200-acre haven for tree enthusiasts…
Palisades Tahoe Aerial Tram Rides
Olympic Valley
After September 4, 2023, the Aerial Tram will be open Friday-Sunday. In October, it will be open October 1 and…
Parrott’s Blacksmith Shop
Columbia
Parrott’s Blacksmith Shop, located in Columbia State Historic Park in Tuolumne County, is a working blacksmith shop that offers educational…
Pine’O’Mine Ranch
Placerville
Pine-O-Mine is Located on Carson road in the heart of Apple Hill. Once a Christmas tree farm among the pines,…
Point Defiance Trail
Penn Valley
The Point Defiance Trail in Truckee, Nevada County, offers a picturesque escape for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions. Beginning…
Prenderosa Tree Farm
El Dorado
In the picturesque Gold Country of El Dorado County, Prenderosa Tree Farm offers a delightful holiday experience for the whole…
Prosser Ranch Group
Truckee
Prosser Ranch Group Campground in Truckee, Nevada County, is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and their furry companions. Situated on…
Quartz Mountain Stagecoaches
Columbia
Quartz Mountain Stagecoaches offer a unique experience in Columbia State Historic Park, located in Tuolumne County within the Gold Country…
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park
Jamestown
Located just six miles from Columbia State Historic Park in Jamestown, Tuolumne County, Railtown 1897 State Historic Park is home…
Rainbow Orchards
Camino
Rainbow Orchards, a 3rd generation family farm in Camino, El Dorado County, is a beloved destination in the heart of…
RanchoNC Alpacas
Valley Springs
RanchoNC Alpacas in Valley Springs, Calaveras County, offers a unique experience for visitors looking to interact with alpacas and shop…
Regan Memorial City Beach
South Lake Tahoe
Regan Memorial City Beach is a pretty little beach tucked away in one of South Lake Tahoe's oldest neighborhoods. The…
Roaring Camp Mining Co.
Pine Grove
Roaring Camp Mining Co. in Pine Grove, Amador County, offers a unique experience for families seeking outdoor recreation in the…
Secret Ravine Farm
Camino
Secret Ravine Farm in Camino, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for those seeking a memorable Christmas tree-cutting experience.…
Sierra Magnifica Christmas Tree Farm
Placerville
In the picturesque town of Placerville, Sierra Magnifica Christmas Tree Farm is a hidden gem in the heart of El…
Silver Lake
Pioneer
Silver Lake in Pioneer, Amador County, is a picturesque destination in the Gold Country region, offering a serene retreat for…
Silver Lake East
El Dorado
Silver Lake East is located just 50 miles east of Jackson, California, just a short distance from the shores of…
Smart’s Christmas Tree Farm
Camino
We feature 4 varieties of Christmas Trees; Silver Tip, Nobel Fir, White Fir and Douglas Fir over 14 picturestic gentle…
Stanislaus National Forest
Hathaway Pines
Located in Hathaway Pines, Calaveras County, within the Gold Country region, the Stanislaus National Forest is a beloved overnight destination…
Stumpy Meadow Reservoir
Georgetown
Stumpy Meadows, located in Georgetown, El Dorado County, is a serene destination for outdoor enthusiasts and campers alike. Situated on…
Sundance Tree Farm
Placerville
In the charming town of Placerville in El Dorado County, Sundance Tree Farm is a hidden gem for both tree…
Taylor Creek
South Lake Tahoe
Taylor Creek is located on the west side of Highway 89, just north of Camp Richardson Road. Overnight camping is…
Taylor Tallac Historic Site
South Lake Tahoe
Leashed dogs are allowed on the grounds, paths and along most of the waterfront of the Tallac Historic Site, once…
The Aelion Harp
Angels Camp
The Aeolian Harp, Calaveras County’s oldest and most unique music store, has been a beloved fixture in historic Angels Camp…
The Hangtown Kid Apple Ranch
Camino
The Hangtown Kid Apple Ranch in Camino, El Dorado County, is a delightful destination for those seeking a dog-friendly agricultural…
Truckee Welcome Center
Truckee
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready…
Trumbull Peak Special Interest Area
Groveland
Note: Check with the forest service for status before heading to this area; roads are closed in winter and some…
Willow Pond Organic Farm
Placerville
Willow Pond Organic Farm is a 38-acre organic vegetable farm and apple orchard located in the Apple Hill area, just…
Yosemite Lakes Naco West
Groveland
Yosemite Lakes Naco West has been a beloved camping destination since the 1920s, situated a mere 5 miles from the…