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Coloma ( Nisenan: Cullumah, meaning "beautiful") is a census-designated place [6] in El Dorado County, California, US. It is approximately 36 miles (58 km) northeast of Sacramento, California.
You’ve come to the right place for fun! Where California gold rush history meets modern-day outdoor adventures from whitewater rafting to picturesque wedding spots. We have everything from whitewater rafting and kayaking to mountain biking, hiking, and nature photography.
Gold Discovery Park Association, Coloma, California. Visit the Gold Discovery Site! James W. Marshall discovered gold in 1848 on the South Fork of the American River in the valley the Nisenan Indians knew as Cullumah (beautiful valley).
History. Gold Discovery History. On January 24, 1848, an event occurred in Coloma that would radically impact the history of California and the Nation. James W. Marshall was building a sawmill for Captain John Sutter, using water from the South Fork of the American River.
Coloma Resort connects you with the activities that will make your stay one to remember. Experience Coloma through adventure-based river trips, historic gold rush programs and more.
After your American Whitewater Expeditions trip, take in the history, lore and natural beauty of Coloma, California with visits to these local attractions.
Mar 17, 2023 · The Historic Small Town That Every Northern Californian Should Visit At Least Once. By Emerson | Updated on March 22, 2023 (Originally published March 17, 2023) Coloma is quite possibly one of the most important little towns in all of California.
5 days ago · Our Gold Discovery Tour tells the story and visits the sites of the Coloma Valley before the discovery of gold by James Marshall. Learn about the events leading up to the discovery, the history of the California Gold Rush and the town of Coloma.
Coloma is a small town in El Dorado County in California's Gold Country region. It was home to Sutter's Mill, the site where the California Gold Rush began after gold was discovered in 1848.
Gold Rush. The California Gold Rush of 1849. After James Marshall discovered gold in Coloma, he tried to keep his discovery a secret. But the secret was too big to keep. The laborers at the sawmill had close friends working at Sutter’s Fort.
