Gold Country is one of California's earliest settled areas, in the foothills of the Sierras, scenic and full of history.
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Gold Country is Popular For: Historical sights, antique shopping, outdoor activities, emerging wineries
How Far? Check the map at the beginning of this gallery to see which getaways are closest to your starting point. Most weekend-trippers limit their adventures to about three hours' travel time and most drive there. If you're going by car, The town of Sonora is Within 200 Miles of Fresno, Lake Tahoe/Reno, Sacramento/Stockton/Merced, San Francisco/Oakland and San Jose/Fremont.