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Rich in history and a fun place to visit with nature – Coloma, CA

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Rich in history and a fun place to visit with nature – Coloma, CA

 

There is a landmark in Coloma at the Sutter’s Mill Site that is right on the river. It is a rather large wall with the official marking stating that it is an historical landmark. Apparently John Sutter and his crew discovered gold in this area, the history of the gold discovery and the subsequence “rush” to California is well documented.

If you are ever in the Coloma, CA area you will likely drive right through the state park. Take a few minutes and see the landmark, blacksmith, shops, and other assorted Gold Rush sites to see here.

While I was walking toward the Sutter’s Mill Landmark, I noticed that the water is still moving rapidly from the hills. I thought I’d take a closer look just to say I did. As I man fly fishingapproached, I noticed someone out in the water. Upon closer investigation, I saw that it was a fly fisherman. That reminded me that there is so much that we can do right in Coloma. Hiking, biking, river rafting and fishing are just a few of the things that others were doing in the short time that I was there.

Whether you are looking at landmarks, rafting, or just having a good time with the family and friends; Coloma may be a place to check out in the Sierra foothills near Sacramento.

 

 

 

 


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Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375
Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA
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Dear Tom,

Great post! Very local and very interesting at the same time! I thought it wouyld be YOU out in the middle of the river!

Have a happy weekend,
Lynn

Jun 09, 2012 03:54 PM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

Thanks for the comment Lynn. 

It wasn't me, I fish at Safeway.   :)

Jun 09, 2012 04:46 PM
Lynn B. Friedman CRS Atlanta, GA 404-617-6375
Atlanta Homes ODAT Realty - Love our Great City - Love our Clients! Buckhead - Midtown - Westside - Atlanta, GA
Concierge Service for Our Atlanta Sellers & Buyers

HMMMMM...

cartoon  blue colored fish I guess that is:  fish at Safeway and fish the safe way!
Can you tell it is the middle of the night here in Atlanta?
Still enjoying the post.

Have a happy weekend again!   Lynn

Jun 09, 2012 05:23 PM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

You are so funny Lynn, I think you need to get to bed soon!

:)

Jun 09, 2012 05:26 PM
Sheila Anderson
Referral Group Incorporated - East Brunswick, NJ
The Real Estate Whisperer Who Listens 732-715-1133

Good morning Tom. Hmmm, gold, water, history and relaxation. I think this is a wonderful local post. Surely worth checking out.

Jun 09, 2012 09:05 PM
Roger D. Mucci
Shaken...with a Twist 216.633.2092 - Euclid, OH
Lets shake things up at your home today!

Great localism post and excellent history lesson.  Looks like a great place to relax and enjoy nature.

Jun 09, 2012 09:30 PM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

Sheila, I'll save a spot for you. Bring sunscreen, it will be beautiful today.

Jun 10, 2012 01:07 AM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

It sure is Roger. Coloma is a very small town on Highway 49 that brings you back to a quieter time.

Jun 10, 2012 01:08 AM
Myrl Jeffcoat
Sacramento, CA
Greater Sacramento Realtor - Retired

Yep!  That's the spot alright!  Your words, "Apparently" John Sutter and his crew discovered gold, got me to thinking.  What if they really didn't???  Sutter had quite a bit of land downstream in Sacramento.  What if he was simply a land speculator, and created a myth of gold discovery, to bring easterners to California, so he could sell them land?  It wouldn't be the first time:-)

Jun 10, 2012 08:29 AM
Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366
Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA
General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

That's an interesting idea Myrl, it makes me think. I've heard that more money was made selling mining and panning equipment, then gold taken from the ground.

Did I mention that I struck Platinum in my backyard this weekend?

Jun 10, 2012 02:57 PM