Quintessential California Tours - California Destinations

California Tours: Destinations | Sample Itineraries

The California Gold Country California's Gold Country offers remnants of its wild days when the 1849 Gold Rush triggered the largest human migration ever known. Explore Sacramento, the state capitol, and follow the miners' saga along historic Highway 49. Pastoral towns, recreational and cultural activities, this region is filled with "golden" opportunities.

Some Gold Country Experiences

Pleasantly surprising wines, enjoyed with local vintners.
Dinner and drinks in Sacramento's historic Old Town district.
An up-close peek back at life during the California Gold Rush of the mid-nineteenth century.
Small-town friendliness served with a burger and fries at a local diner.
High-paced mountain biking at altitude.

Some Gold Country Destinations

Sonora
Columbia State Park
Placerville
Downieville
Sierra City
Grass Valley
Highway 49...

Some Gold Country Photos
	Mountain streams provide excellent trout and salmon fishing. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)
	The Devil Mountain Brigade reloads. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)
	A poplar bursts into color as autumn brings cooler days to the low Sierras. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)
	Gold Country rivers are a Mecca for kayakers and rafters. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)
	Mining equipment blocks the entrance to an old shaft.
	Traditional celebrations of the country's heritage are regular events. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)
	The higher peaks of the High Sierra stand guard over the region. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)
	The Wells Fargo wagon. A staple of the Old West. (Photo courtesy of Nancy Carnahan of Downieville)