Top Things to do in Calaveras County
Top Hotels in Calaveras County
- 1. Best Western Cedar Inn & Suites
- 2. The Victoria Inn & V Vacation Rentals
- 3. Dunbar House Inn and Event Property
- 4. Best Western Cedar Inn & Suites
- 5. Murphys Suites
- 6. Arnold Meadowmont Lodge
- 7. The Victoria Inn & V Vacation Rentals
- 8. Travelodge by Wyndham Angels Camp CA
- 9. The Robin's Nest
- 10. The Gateway Hotel
10 Free Things to do in Calaveras County That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Calaveras County, United States including Marisolio Tasting Bar, Stories in Stones, Lavender Ridge Vineyard and Winery, Ironstone Vineyards, Twisted Oak Winery, Art on Main, Arnold Rim Trail, White Pines Lake, Renegade Winery, Sierra Nevada Logging Museum.
Restaurants in Calaveras County
1. Marisolio Tasting Bar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By mitchishere - Valley Springs, United States
The first time I came here was six or seven years ago, and just loved it, with each product seeming to taste even better than the last. Since that first visit I've purchased from them many times online (I live nearly 400 miles away) and have visited during every trip to Calaveras County. They send out occasional recipe and cooking ideas, which is very much appreciated. I have visited many other olive oil/balsamic tasting rooms, but Marisolio's products are by far the best.
2. Stories in Stones
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 17 reviews
We sell fossils, minerals, jewelry and anything to do with the earth sciences. We also have a earth science learning center for educational programs by appointment. We have been in business since 1974 most of those years here in the Sierra Nevada foothill.
Reviewed By bobX7140LK - South San Francisco, United States
I love this place and have been shopping here (at their previous location in Murphys) since 1986. Always unique and interesting specimens to find here. Last time I dug through the back room to find a great mineral base to display another mineral upon. Always fun, and Russ and Pam have so much good and interesting information.
3. Lavender Ridge Vineyard and Winery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
4. Ironstone Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 311 reviews
"Where history and wine meet." Ironstone Vineyards is a premier destination winery located in Murphys, California. Amenities include our Tasting Room & Gold Leaf Deli, Heritage Museum (home to our 44-pound crystalline gold piece) & Jewelry Shoppe, Amphitheater, plush gardens featuring a lakeside park, and complimentary tours of our facilities. Our wines reflect the diversity of offerings from the Lodi and Sierra Foothills Appellations of Northern California. Through emphasizing the practice of Sustainable Viticulture, Ironstone Vineyards conserves water use, builds healthy soil, and maintains our surrounding wildlife habitat. Please Note: We are closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day.
Reviewed By Andeemc
Winter awesome time to go! WAY less crowded. Very cool small museum. We’re told in the museum to ask if Conrad could give us a tour when we went to the tasting room. He was not in the room and the head of security, Steve, said he’d give us one! And boy did he. He was wonderful! Such a family feeling of a huge grounds, 500 acres, caves, concert venue, heard great stories and antidotes. Highlight!
5. Twisted Oak Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
We're a small family owned winery that specializes in wines made from Rhone and Spanish varieties. If you are looking for wines called The Spaniard, River of Skulls, and "Pottymouth", you have found the right place! And if you are looking for the Rubber Chicken National Forest, we've got it! While in Murphys, please visit our tasting room at 363 Main Street. Wine tasting, gift shopping, and a sweet rubber chicken nugget!
Reviewed By leslies535 - San Francisco, United States
I’ve been to this winery a half dozen times and have always enjoyed it. The tasting is $10 but includes an average of 8 wines and is waived if you buy a bottle. The young man who poured our tastings was very nice and knew a lot about the winery. He was super friendly. I would definitely go back again as their wines were tasty and reasonably priced.
6. Art on Main
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
7. Arnold Rim Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By travelwhere - Modesto, United States
My friend & I entered at the logging museum & hiked in for 3.09 miles until we saw a vista. ( then turned back) The trail was well maintained & overall well marked. ( one of our better marked hikes, for sure) Except at marker 7, later, we wondered if we should have taken the right fork down to see San Antonio creek. It looked like the arrow was directing up the hill. It would have been nice for the markers to tell the distance to the next place of interest. We went over to the San Antonio outlook but did not see anything. We heard water. The first part .8 mile was paved. It was a great hike & we would highly recommend it. The trees & the chirping birds were awesome. We are looking forward to returning again.
8. White Pines Lake
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By dyfennell - San Jose, United States
We’ve been to Arnold many times and never knew about this hidden gem. We had a lovely time cooling off in this lake. Bring swim shoes we did find glass buried in the mud as we stepped in the water. A floating tube, or other floating device is fun to use here. Lots of shade, parking, and picnic tables.
9. Renegade Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By bumihills2016 - California, United States
Renegade Winery produces great wine, has a wonderful cafe/restaurant with outdoor seating and even sells microbrews for non wine drinkers. We've been there on three occasions so far. The first was for wine tasting and lunch, the second for an evening concert with an Eagles tribute band and meal and the 3rd for an afternoon with mirror brews, lunch and a rock band. Friendly staff even remembers us by name now. Location is in the gold country in the historical town of Mokelumne Hill. Be sure to check their hours as they are not open daily.
10. Sierra Nevada Logging Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By chrisrb1982 - Red Bluff, United States
Awesome little museum. Free admission but donations are accepted which of course I did because it was worth the visit. Great logging equipment outside with very cool detailed model displays inside. Wonderful information all around.
