Winter, Spring, Summer & Fall are all ideal times for cultural, recreational & sporting activities of all types in Placerville and it’s surrounding areas.With convenient access to Hwy. 50 and Hwy. 49, fun, relaxation & educational opportunities can be found in every direction.
There’s something for everyone from: historic tours, museums, and lodging that take you back to the days of the discovery of gold and the ensuing, famous “Gold Rush;” white-water rafting & kayaking on the American River, one of the premier river destinations in the country, with rapids to accommodate all skill levels; camping, hiking, and biking; Farm Trails driving tours and farmer’s markets to support the area’s varied agricultural products and industry including; The Apple Hill Growers, promoting apples, wines, and Christmas trees direct to consumer from the farm locations; art, antiquing & fine dining; and Lake Tahoe is less than two hours away offering skiing/snowboarding, casino gambling, fishing/boating, camping and golfing.
These highlights are but a few of the reasons Placerville is a popular locale for living and for vacationing.Below are several helpful links with more information about the available activities and recreation opportunities: