Welcome to Gold Country

Chalked full of American history, California’s Gold Country is a must see full of excitement waiting to be re-explored! The site of the historic California Gold Rush of 1849, this area boasts delightful attractions that will take you back in time, to the days of the 49ers! Start your journey off in Nevada City, an important installation during the Gold Rush, and experience impeccably preserved buildings from the 19th century on Broad Street. Visit the state capital of Sacramento and visit museums celebrating the history and roots of the founding of the State. Feel a rush of exhilaration as you whitewater raft down the American River, the original point where gold was found starting the rush! Countless enjoyment waits in Gold Country!