European
hunters and fur traders followed by adventurers were the
earliest to settle the area. But it was during the Gold Rush
of 1848, that a miner named Claude Chana discovered gold in
the Auburn Ravine setting the stage for what is now Auburn.
Early names for the mining camp
were North Fork Dry Diggings, Rich Ravine, Wood's Dry
Diggings and Auburn Ravine. It was not until 1849 that the
name Auburn was adopted.
Auburn, the “Endurance Capital of
the World” host to the Tevis Cup and Western States ultra
run, sits just above the valley fog and below the snowline
of the sierra. Auburn is nestled in the oaks and cedars of
the sierra foothills near the American River. A perfect
blend of days gone by and modern development maintaining
small town charm.
An abundance of history surrounds
this city including the oldest continuously operating post
office in the United States and the seven oldest businesses
in California. Visitors can enjoy the history or shopping,
fine dining, entertainment, antique shops, art galleries,
museums, and many recreational attractions.
Transportation. Auburn is easily accessible from
I80, US50, I5 and US99. Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
offers 150+ flights per day, with non-stop and direct
flights from 52 cities.
Points of Interest
• Guided Walking Tours of Old Town
• Old Auburn
• Placer County Courthouse
• Oldest Operating US Post Office
• Historic Firehouse
Things to Do
Shopping, historical sights, fishing and
flyfishing, hiking, camping, gold panning, mountain
biking, golfing, horseback riding, backpacking,
rafting, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, sailing,
sailboarding, and water skiing.
Newspaper
Auburn Journal
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