The Marshall Gold Discovery State Park is a must see in Northern California. Not only does the beautiful South Fork of the American River run right through it, it is also the site that launched the California Gold Rush.
This State Park is also located in the small town of Coloma, a wonderful little community with all sorts of small town charm. Take in the scenery and really take your time in this fascinating park that has so much to offer.
Many of the buildings left standing in this scenic and historical state park were built during the time of the Gold Rush. The town of Coloma is nostalgic and thriving on the local whitewater community.
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The Sutter’s Mill replica stands on the banks of the South Fork of the American River and was designed to inform visitors about the moment John Marshall discovered gold.
California Department of Parks and Recreation
The orginal mill no longer stands but it still exists in photos from the time period. As you can see from this shot, not a lot has changed from then until now.
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The historic post office is still how people in the community of Coloma recieve their mail. It’s a quaint and welcoming place.
Owen Byrne
The Marshall Gold Discovery state park is a must see for any Northern Californian.
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Take a short hike up to this statue of John Marshall, the man who discovered gold at Sutter’s Mill.
JERRYE AND ROY KLOTZ MD
The Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is a must see for all Northern Californians looking to know a little bit more about the history of this unique state as well as take in some country scenery.
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California Department of Parks and Recreation
R. H. Vance
Owen Byrne
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