Placerville (/ ˈplæsərvɪl /, PLASS-ər-vil; placer, Spanish for "sand deposit", representing the placer mining that was predominant in the town's development, and ville, French for "town") is a city in and …

Dec 19, 2025 · Sandbags are available at the Police Department for those in need. Sand is available at the City parking lot located near 1001 Locust Street, next to the quonset hut. Please bring your own …

Hangtown's Gold Bug Park, Boa Vista Orchards, Multi-day Tours, Wineries & Vineyards. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product. See what other travelers like to do, …

More than 20 wineries are just minutes from the Highway 50 corridor and downtown Placerville, but you feel like you’re a world away. One of California’s oldest wine regions, the vineyards are planted on …

Start in historic Downtown Placerville, where the wide array of shops, historic buildings, antique stores, art galleries, and restaurants belies the town’s diminutive size (population just over 10,000). The …

Apr 1, 2025 · Whether you’re a history buff, wine lover, or weekend wanderer, here’s a unique guide to the best places to visit in Placerville, CA —where gold rush heritage meets modern-day charm.

Placer County is a destination for visitors from around the world, but for its local residents, there is a personal sense of how fortunate we are to live, work and play in such beautiful country. From the …