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Auburn State Recreation Area
Located in the former heart of California Gold Country, this state park has its roots in gold mining.
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Auburn State Recreation Area Details
Located in the former heart of California Gold Country, this state park has its roots in gold mining. While you can still come here to pan for gold yourself, it’s also a popular destination for other outdoor activities, like hiking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, and white-water rafting. It also hosts different types of ultra-marathons and endurance races throughout the year. Much of this 42,377-acre park is situated around the American River, which flows through the Sierra Nevada Mountain range before emptying into the San Francisco Bay via the Sacramento River.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Auburn State Recreation Area
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Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
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Highway 49 Crossing
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