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| Landmark #748 | El Dorado County | Visited: April 5, 2015 | Plaque? YES! 🙂 |
| What is it? | A plaque marking the start of the Coloma Road! |
| What makes it historical? | THE GUIDE SAYS: Here in the valley of the Cul-luh-mah Indians, James W. Marshall discovered gold on January 24, 1848, in the tailrace of Sutter’s sawmill. The old Coloma Road, opened in 1847 from Sutter’s Fort to Coloma, was used by Marshall to carry the news of the discovery to Captain John A. Sutter. During the gold rush, it was used by thousands of miners going to and from the diggings. In 1849 it became the route of California’s first stage line, established by James E. Birch.
OTHER TIDBITS: That pretty well sums it up! |
| How can I Help the Helpers? | HERE’S HOW:
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| Where is this place? | LISTED DIRECTIONS: Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park In Gold Discovery parking area State Hwy 49 Coloma, CA 95613 ANNOTATIONS: From Los Angeles: ~428mi (689km) — 7.2hrs |
| When should I go? | In summer, you can visit the day use areas between 8:00 AM and 7:00 PM, and the museum from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM! In fall and winter, the grounds close at 5:00 PM, and the museum closes at 4:00 PM! |