A Visit To The 4 Most Historic Northern California Towns Is Like Going Back In Time

If you’ve never explored the historic Northern California towns that you can find all throughout the Golden State, now is your opportunity! These quaint towns are rich in California history and make for an amazing day or weekend trip. You are sure to learn lots of information about California’s past and leave with a new appreciation when you visit these historic towns in NorCal.

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Sonora, California, can be found in Tuolumne County, not too far from Yosemite National Park. First founded during the California Gold Rush, today, you can visit the Local Sonora Museum to learn more about the town's rapid growth and subsequent decline. This small town of 5,000 is the perfect place for a weekend escape.

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Jackson is another small town in NorCal, located just north of Sonora. Unlike Sonora, which was purely a mining town, Jackson served as a supply and transportation hub for travelers moving to and from Sacramento and the surrounding mining towns. Today, Jackson's Main Street has plenty of shops, small and delicious eateries, wineries with local wines, and even a theater and casino.

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Moving away from the Sierra Mountains, Gualala is a coastal town in Northern California with incredible sandy beaches and ocean cliffs. Around Gualala, you can explore the coastal redwood trees, or explore the city's well-known art market. Gualala is home to many painters, sculptors, photographers, glass workers, potters, and all sorts of other artists, and it will be easy to find the perfect souvenir to remember your travels.

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Boonville, California, is neither a mountain town nor a beach town but is located somewhere in the middle. Well-known for its annual wine and beer festivals, Boonville can be a blast during the a cool fall weekend in NorCal.

If you’ve never explored these historic towns in NorCal, now is the time to do it! Be sure to let us know which town was your favorite!