Placerville

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Placerville City Overview

Placerville is the county seat of El Dorado County, California. Known as "Hangtown" from its Gold Rush days, it is a historic town in the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Location and Climate

Placerville is located east of Sacramento. It has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate.

Best Time to Visit

Spring and fall are best. Apple Hill season (fall) is very popular.

Best Ways to Get Around

A car is essential. Main Street is walkable.

Top 5 Things to Do

  1. Visit Apple Hill: (Nearby) A region of apple orchards, pumpkin patches, and bakeries (fall).
  2. Explore Historic Main Street: See the Gold Rush-era buildings and bell tower.
  3. Visit Gold Bug Park & Mine: Tour a real gold mine.
  4. Visit the El Dorado County Historical Museum: Learn about the local history.
  5. Go Wine Tasting: Visit the El Dorado wineries.
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