Gold Country
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Bumping up against the west side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range, the Sierra foothills are where California’s past, present, and future merge into one unforgettable destination. The Gold Rush sparked the largest mass migration in America’s history, when more than 300,000 pioneers headed west to California hoping to strike it rich. You’ll find treasures of a different kind along the historic Golden Chain Highway, which oozes Old West charm. Or leave the small towns in your rearview and head to cosmopolitan Sacramento to sample the gastronomic wonders of America’s Farm to Fork Capital.
Featured Gold Country
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- So You Think You Know Sacramento?
- Where to Enjoy Laid-Back Summer Fun in Colfax
Where to Enjoy Laid-Back Summer Fun in Colfax
- Golden Chain Highway
Golden Chain Highway
- Taste Craft Beer in the Heart of Rancho Cordova
Taste Craft Beer in the Heart of Rancho Cordova
- El Dorado County
El Dorado County
- 5 Notable Sacramento Neighborhoods
5 Notable Sacramento Neighborhoods
- Craft Breweries in Gold Country
Craft Breweries in Gold Country
- 5 Classic Gold Country B&Bs
5 Classic Gold Country B&Bs
- Old Sacramento
Old Sacramento
- Sip Wine in Gold Country
Sip Wine in Gold Country
- Tasting rooms in Murphys
Tasting rooms in Murphys
- Capay Organic
Capay Organic
- California Welcome Center - Auburn
California Welcome Center - Auburn
- Sacramento's River Fox Train
Sacramento's River Fox Train
- California Welcome Center - El Dorado Hills
California Welcome Center - El Dorado Hills
- Gold Country Road Trip with Bon Traveler
Gold Country Road Trip with Bon Traveler
Explore California Stories
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- Canyons Endurance Runs 2026
Canyons Endurance Runs 2026
April 23-25, 2026
- Strawberry Music Festival
Strawberry Music Festival
May 21–24, 2026
- California State Fair
California State Fair
July 17–August 2, 2026
- California Wine Month
California Wine Month
September 1–30, 2026
Places to Eat & Drink
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- What’s New in California in 2026
What’s New in California in 2026
From new hotels to hotly anticipated restaurants to colorful theme park attractions, here’s a look at the top debuts in California
- The Best Hotel, Restaurant, and Theme Park Deals in California This Winter
The Best Hotel, Restaurant, and Theme Park Deals in California This Winter
Make the most of winter’s quiet season using these specials and discounts on hotels and theme parks
- Beyond the Tasting Room: Unique California Wineries
Beyond the Tasting Room: Unique California Wineries
Go beyond the tasting room to find vineyard yoga, winery art tours, and more
- 25+ Places to Find Great Art Outside in California
25+ Places to Find Great Art Outside in California
Murals, sculptures, and even painted fire hydrants expand the Golden State’s cultural scene
- Great U-Pick Farms in California
Great U-Pick Farms in California
Enjoy the best of California’s berries, apples, mandarin oranges, and more at these local farms
- March 2026 Events in California
March 2026 Events in California
Start your spring with whale watching and theme park debuts
- 10 Excellent St. Patrick’s Day Parties in California
10 Excellent St. Patrick’s Day Parties in California
The Golden State wears its green in both traditional and cheeky ways
- 20 Unique California Events
20 Unique California Events
These regional celebrations show a quirky, diverse side of the Golden State
- April 2026 Events in California
April 2026 Events in California
Party in the desert, take a scenic bike ride, and enjoy a unique spring fruit
- Discover 7 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets
Discover 7 of California’s Best-Kept Secrets
These remote and surprising spots fly under the radar for even the most well-versed California travelers
Videos
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California 101
Gold Country Road Trip
You are Here. A California Love Letter
California Dream Eater
3 Scrumptious Bowls of Soul in California
California Dream Eater
Sacramento’s Baconlicious Biscuit Sandwich
California Dream Eater
3 Must-Visit Sweet Tooth Stops in California
Hidden Gems
Murphys’ Under-the-Radar Wine Tasting
California Dream Eater
Sacramento’s Legendary Banana Cream Pie
California Dream Eater
Sacramento’s Poetic Pork Belly
California Dream Eater
Sacramento’s Sexy Sashimi Tapas
California Dream Eater
3 Farm2Fork Feasts in California
Podcasts
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Michelin Guide, L.A. to Paso Robles, LGBTQ+ Travel
46min
Balboa Park, Wellness Travel, Wide Open Walls
37min
Whale Watching, Dog-Friendly Travel, Ironstone Vineyards
30min
Fascinating Road Trips
37min
Culinary Greatest Hits
34min
Redwood Coast, Favorite Hotels, Sacramento Dining
38min
Stargazing, Best Bike Routes, Mid-Century Modernism
33min
Atlas Obscura, Packing Tips, Wine
26min
Native American Travel Experiences in California
1hr
Kristi Yamaguchi’s Golden State
32min
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