Exploring the South Fork of the American River with American Whitewater Expeditions near Coloma, California in the heart of California's gold country.
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A Day in St. Robert, Missouri
While visiting Fort Leonard Wood, a military base in Missouri, the family visits attractions in the surrounding town of St. Robert, including the quirky 'town' of Uranus, Missouri.
The Natural Bridges of Calaveras County
The Cranky Camper visits a well-known secret swimming spot not far from Angels Camp: Natural Bridges.
Angels Camp: Mark Twain and the Jumping Frogs of Calaveras County
While Mark Twain's "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" may have put Angels Camp on the map, this city in Sierra gold country is a great place to explore. For more information on California history, visit the Angels Camp Museum and Visitor Center.
Bridgeport, California
Bridgeport, California is located in the heart of the Eastern Sierra Nevadas along U.S. 395. It is an adventurer's paradise, with hot springs, hiking trails, and the possibly haunted Bodie State Historic Park.
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