Placerville, California
Population: 14,900
Located in El Dorado County
Placerville, an incorporated city located 40 miles from Sacramento, began as a mining camp during the Gold Rush. Tourism is a major component of Placerville's economy. The town is very much in touch with its past. Main Street is lined with restored buildings dating from the turn of the century which are now home to antique and gift shops. Residential development is growing in Placerville due to expanding employment opportunities in Folsom. Placerville is a charming California "gold rush" town named after the placer gold deposits found in its riverbeds and hills in the late 1840's. The City of Placerville is centrally located between Sacramento, the State capitol, and South Lake Tahoe, world-famous recreation center. Situated above the fog line and below the snow line, Placerville boasts an ideal climate with four distinct seasons. Placerville's treasured heritage is reflected in the historical, nineteenth century architecture of its downtown core. In addition, Placerville is the County seat and the center of financial, commercial, civic, and Government activity. Serving as a "hub" for many nearby destinations and activities, Placerville is well situated. Premier wineries, Apple Hill Ranches, Historic Coloma, the American River, and the El Dorado National Forest are all located within minutes of downtown Placerville. The future of Placerville's business economy will continue to be strengthened and infused by these established and newly developing areas of opportunity surrounding the hub. Location, climate, a rich heritage, and a high level of commitment and pride has allowed Placerville to emerge as "the destination" in El Dorado County.
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