For those who enjoy working up an appetite during a hike, there’s nothing like rewarding yourself with a great feast and a cold drink after enjoying the trail’s views. Lucky for you, several El Dorado County hiking trails are a short distance from a delicious meal.
Family-friendly fun shouldn’t cost an arm and a leg. In El Dorado County, you can find affordable fun every day of the week that entertains kids of all ages.
We’ve got recommendations for a week full of fun activities that range from Gold Rush history to train rides.
What a winter! Mother Nature packed a winter wallop that we haven’t seen in a while. Some nearby ski resorts have announced they will stay open longer thanks to the record-breaking snowfall in the mountains. Streams, rivers, and lakes are full, waterfalls and wildflowers are going crazy, and the rolling hills are lush and green again. There has never been a better time to enjoy the great outdoors in El Dorado. We’ve put together some of our most popular pastimes following a wild and wet winter.
Ah, the good ol’ couples’ getaway. Basking in the sun together, sipping on piña coladas by the beach (or hiking up mountains, hand in hand), and posting photos on Instagram captioned “#couplegoals.”
Many agree that a good breakfast is a great way to start the day. But that may not look the same for all of us. So we suggest trying one of these incredible breakfast spots with easy access to the El Dorado Trail for a morning stroll.
Are you looking for something a little different for your next getaway? These unique accommodations and lodging properties might be just what the doctor ordered. Whether it’s stargazing or the star treatment you’re after, El Dorado County offers some fantastic alternatives to a typical hotel.
Quiche.
Blueberry muffins.
Porridge with a side of freshly squeezed fruit juice.
Creamed eggs on toast.
Chicken and waffles.
Did this sound tempting? Breakfast is that meal of the day that can set the tone for the entire day. If you don’t believe this, recall the times when your mood got spoiled just because the eggs got burnt, your pantry ran out of milk, the pancakes were undercooked, or the coffee was well, just not right.
If you’re on two wheels, we’re going to assume you are a little more adventurous and not scared off by a road trip with stops with names like Hell Hole, Ice House, Stumpy Meadows, or the infamous Old Hangtown. These backroads wind through the Sierra Nevada Foothills alongside lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, majestic pines, rolling hills, and ranches. The best time for this road trip is May through October.
El Dorado County’s wineries are small, independent producers committed to the region’s agriculture, producing local and exclusive wines from the El Dorado, Fair Play, and Sierra Foothills AVAs. Many are family-owned, with unique histories and stories to match their distinctive varietals.
Did you know that hard cider was America’s most popular alcoholic beverage during the colonial era? Or that Johnny Appleseed’s enthusiasm for planting apple trees was because he wanted to make hard cider? Or that British sailors during the 1600-1700s kept cider on board their ships, knowing that it tasted better with age, possibly preventing scurvy outbreaks?
There’s still gold up in these hills, but I’m not referring to flashes in a pan, or even the El Dorado wine-belt that’s been churning out award after award over the years. No, I’m referring to the food that’s served (and grown) here that’s an unsuspected treasure to travelers, and the flavor that keeps the locals happy right where they are. Whether you’re traveling on 49 or 50, any fork in the road is bound to lead you to a great meal in El Dorado County.
Gold Country, California is one of our favorite off-the-beaten-path destinations for those who want to see a different side of the Golden State. Home of the original gold rush that forever changed a nation, this region is within striking distance of both Lake Tahoe and Sacramento, making it an achievable and creative destination for those who love history, outdoor adventure, farm-to-table food, and know how to enjoy a booming wine and beer scene.