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Calaveras County California Last Updated: 03/31/2023 |
Calaveras County is a county located in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California. Its county seat is the town of San Andreas. The county is known for its gold rush history, natural attractions, and outdoor recreational activities. As of the 2010 census, the population was 45,292. The county seat is San Andreas. Angels Camp is the county's only incorporated city. | |
Some popular attractions in Calaveras County include: - Calaveras Big Trees State Park, home to giant sequoia trees that can reach up to 250 feet tall - Ironstone Vineyards, a winery and concert venue located in the town of Murphys - Moaning Caverns, a cave system that visitors can explore on guided tours - Gold Country towns such as Angels Camp, made famous by Mark Twain's "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" - New Melones Lake, a popular destination for fishing, boating, and other water sports. Calaveras County is also home to several annual events, including the Calaveras County Fair and Jumping Frog Jubilee, a four-day event that celebrates the county's gold rush heritage and includes frog jumping contests, live music, and carnival rides. |
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Valley Springs Place ยป City Valley Springs is a census-designated place (CDP) in Calaveras County, California, in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. Valley Springs is registered as a California Historical Landmark, number 251. It had a population of 3,553 in 2010. 85 views ๐ 1California |
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Angels Camp Place ยป City Angels Camp is a small city located in Calaveras County, California, USA. It is known for its Gold Rush history, and is the location of Mark Twain's famous story "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County". The population was 3,836 at the 2010 census, up from 3,004 at the 2000 census. It lies at an elevation of 1378 feet (420 m). 82 views ๐ 1California |
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Vallecito Place ยป City Vallecito is a census-designated place (CDP) in Calaveras County, California, United States. The community is situated in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, about 4 miles (6.4 km) south of the historic gold-mining town of Angels Camp. Vallecito has a population of around 400 people and covers an area of 2.3 square miles (6.0 kmรยฒ). 93 views ๐ 1California |
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Murphys Place ยป City Murphys is a charming small town located in Calaveras County in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is situated in the Gold Country region of California, known for its rich history of gold mining. It is nestled in the rolling hills and scenic landscape of the Sierra Nevada foothills. The population was 2,213 at the 2010 census, up from 2,061 at the 2000 census. 85 views ๐ 1California |
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Mountain Ranch Place ยป City Mountain Ranch is a small unincorporated community located in Calaveras County, California. It is situated in the Sierra Nevada foothills of California, approximately 13 miles northeast of San Andreas, the county seat of Calaveras County. It is surrounded by scenic beauty, with rolling hills, oak woodlands, and the Stanislaus National Forest nearby. The population was 1,628 at the 2010 census. 83 views ๐ 1California |
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Mokelumne Hill Place ยป City Mokelumne Hill is a historic town located in Calaveras County, California. It is situated in the central part of the state in the Sierra Nevada foothills. Mokelumne Hill is part of the Gold Country region of California, which was famous for the Gold Rush in the mid-19th century. It is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, not far from the town of Jackson. The population was 646 in 2010. 61 views ๐ 1California |
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Dorrington Place ยป City Dorrington is a small unincorporated community located in Calaveras County, California, in the central part of California's Sierra Nevada foothills, not far from the town of Arnold. It is known for its scenic beauty and proximity to the Stanislaus National Forest and outdoor recreational opportunities. 58 views ๐ 1California |
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Rancho Calaveras Place ยป City Rancho Calaveras is a residential community located in Calaveras County, California, in the central part of California's Sierra Nevada foothills, not far from the town of San Andreas. It offers a peaceful and rural setting, making it an attractive place for residents seeking a quieter and more natural environment. The population was 5,325 at the 2010 census, up from 4,182 at the 2000 census. 54 views ๐ 1California |
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Copperopolis Place ยป City Copperopolis is a small unincorporated community located in Calaveras County, California, in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The town has a rich history tied to the California Gold Rush and is known for its scenic setting and outdoor recreational opportunities. The population was 3,671 at the 2010 census, up from 2,363 at the 2000 census. 61 views ๐ 1California |
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Camp Pardee Place ยป City Camp Pardee is a campground and recreational area located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in California, and it is part of the larger Sierra Nevada region. It is situated near the town of Valley Springs, which is in Calaveras County and in a natural and picturesque setting, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. It had a population of 35 in 2016. 65 views ๐ 1California |
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