Looking for a fun and original adventure? Head to California’s High Sierra, where you can experience the history of the Gold Rush with your family!
In Jamestown, a charming mining town with buildings dating back to the late 19th century, enjoy an authentic atmosphere while staying in comfortable hotels such as the National Hotel & Restaurant or the Jamestown Hotel.
Try your luck at gold panning in the South Fork of the American River, just like the gold prospectors of yesteryear. For a guided experience, choose a specialized operator such as California Gold Panning.
You can also continue the adventure in Madera County with an introduction to gold panning at the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad, followed by a ride aboard an impressive steam train for a 6-kilometer excursion.
Near Yosemite, stop in Mariposa County to explore the Prospect Yosemite historic site, then dive into the past at the Northern Mariposa County History Center in Coulterville.
You may not strike it rich overnight, but you will leave with plenty of stories to tell!
Contact: Blossom Travel Marketing, Visit High Sierra Representative in France, Marie Loyola & Léa Pinglot, Emails: marie@blossomtravelmarketing.com and lea@blossomtravelmarketing.com
