Placerville (/ ˈplæsərvɪl /, PLASS-ər-vil; placer, Spanish for "sand deposit", representing the placer mining that was predominant in the town's development, and ville, French for "town") is a city …

Dec 19, 2025 · Sandbags are available at the Police Department for those in need. Sand is available at the City parking lot located near 1001 Locust Street, next to the quonset hut. …

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Apr 29, 2021 · Head to Gold Country’s Placerville and soak it all up. Recognized as one of the underrated small towns in NorCal, this former gold-rush town will captivate you. Thanks to the …

Start in historic Downtown Placerville, where the wide array of shops, historic buildings, antique stores, art galleries, and restaurants belies the town’s diminutive size (population just over …

Apr 1, 2025 · Whether you’re a history buff, wine lover, or weekend wanderer, here’s a unique guide to the best places to visit in Placerville, CA —where gold rush heritage meets modern …

More than 20 wineries are just minutes from the Highway 50 corridor and downtown Placerville, but you feel like you’re a world away. One of California’s oldest wine regions, the vineyards …