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Nevada-City
is one of the most picturesque of the California gold rush towns. Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, approximately an hours drive from Sacramento, Nevada City exudes charm and elegance. The city began as a mining camp in 1849, and quickly grew to become the wealthiest gold mining city in California. At one time, it was the third largest city in the state, and it is considered to be the best-preserved gold mining town in the west. The downtown district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In recent years, Nevada City has become a mecca for artists, writers and musicians, and offers visitors high quality restaurants, live theater and music, antique and specialty shops, art galleries and museums. The main street of town is one of the most interesting attractions, with its historic storefronts, lovely Victorian architecture and old fashioned street lamps. The town is always abuzz with activity and entertainment! And since Nevada City borders the Tahoe National Forest, you are just minutes from the mountain lakes, rivers and streams perfect for fishing, boating, hiking, biking and more. Or, just a short drive takes you to all the drama of the High Sierras and world class ski resorts! For history, culture, outdoor beauty and recreation, you can't go wrong in Nevada City, California!
Surrounding areas: Grass Valley, California (3.6 mi), Lake Wildwood, California (10.0 mi), Alta, California (11.8 mi), Baxter, California (13.2 mi), Foresthill, California (19.9 mi), Auburn, California (25.3 mi), Georgetown, California (26.4 mi)
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Nevada City Vacation Rentals
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Nevada City Hotels and Resorts
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| | | Hotels & Motels |
| Northern Queen Inn | 400 Railroad Ave | Nevada City, CA | | (530) 265-5824 | | Holiday Lodge | 1221 E Main St | Grass Valley, CA | 2.8 mi. | (530) 273-4406 | | Gold Miners Inn/Holiday Inn Express Hotel | 121 Bank St | Grass Valley, CA | 3.8 mi. | (530) 477-1700 | | Stage Coach Motel | 405 S Auburn | Grass Valley, CA | 4.1 mi. | (530) 272-3701 | | Coach N' Four Motel | 628 S Auburn St | Grass Valley, CA | 4.4 mi. | (530) 273-8009 | | Best Western Golden Key Motel | 13450 Lincoln Way | Auburn, CA | 23.2 mi. | (530) 885-8611 | | Comfort Inn Central | 1875 Auburn Ravine Rd | Auburn, CA | 23.4 mi. | (530) 885-1800 | | Holiday Inn Auburn | 120 Grass Valley Hwy | Auburn, CA | 25.0 mi. | (530) 887-8787 |
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Nevada City Weather & Climate
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The Gold Rush Country in the Sierra Nevada foothills of northern California enjoys four seasons. Although not as pronounced as the seasons in the eastern U.S., they are distinct. Summers are warm and dry, with pleasant temperatures and not the extreme heat of the lower valley regions. Autumn has mild days and crisp, cool nights and the leaves take on the hues of gold, yellow and purple. Winters are mild during the day with cold temperatures at night. Occasionally snow falls at these elevations, but rarely sticks for more than a few hours. Cool rainy days are the normal winter weather pattern, with the rainy season running November through March. Spring is delightful as the days lengthen and wildflowers spread over the hills.
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| Month |
High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
50°F |
32°F |
11.16 in. |
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| February |
52°F |
33°F |
10.63 in. |
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| March |
55°F |
35°F |
9.46 in. |
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| April |
61°F |
38°F |
4.12 in. |
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| May |
69°F |
44°F |
2.25 in. |
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| June |
78°F |
50°F |
0.69 in. |
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| July |
85°F |
56°F |
0.19 in. |
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| August |
85°F |
55°F |
0.28 in. |
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| September |
79°F |
50°F |
1.20 in. |
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| October |
69°F |
44°F |
2.89 in. |
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| November |
55°F |
36°F |
7.74 in. |
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| December |
49°F |
32°F |
8.69 in. |
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Nevada City Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Mc Clellan Airfield (MCC) located about 45 miles southwest of Nevada City in Sacramento, California, the Sacramento International airport (SMF) located approximately 49 miles southwest of Nevada City in Sacramento, California, the Sacramento Mather airport (MHR) located roughly 51 miles southwest of Nevada City in Sacramento, California, and finally the Lake Tahoe airport (TVL) located around 60 miles southeast of Nevada City in South Lake Tahoe, California.
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Nevada City Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Funderland | Sacramento | CA | 53.5 mi. | | | Tahoe Amusement Park | South Lake Tahoe | CA | 60.0 mi. | | | Playland Park | Reno | NV | 67.0 mi. | | | Wild Island | Sparks | NV | 70.2 mi. | | | Funderwoods | Lodi | CA | 79.3 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Waterworld USA | Sacramento | CA | 53.5 mi. | | | Wild Island Family Adventure Park | Sparks | NV | 70.2 mi. | | | Waterworld USA | Concord | CA | 104.1 mi. | | | Big Bear Park | Waterford | CA | 112.8 mi. | | | Waterworks Park | Redding | CA | 116.9 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Alta Sierra Country Club | Grass Valley | CA | 3.6 mi. | | | Nevada County Country Club | Grass Valley | CA | 3.6 mi. | | | Black Oak Golf Course | Auburn | CA | 20.5 mi. | | | Course at Raspberry Hill | Auburn | CA | 25.3 mi. | | | DarkHorse | Auburn | CA | 25.3 mi. | | | DarkHorse Golf Club | Auburn | CA | 25.3 mi. | | | Ridge Golf Course | Auburn | CA | 25.3 mi. | | | Catta Verdera Golf Club | Lincoln | CA | 29.5 mi. | | | Lincoln Hills Club | Lincoln | CA | 29.5 mi. | | | Turkey Creek Golf Club | Lincoln | CA | 29.5 mi. | |
| | | Ski Areas |
| Donner Ski Ranch | Norden | CA | 35.7 mi. | | | Sugar Bowl Tahoe | Norden | CA | 35.7 mi. | | | Squaw Valley | Olympic Valley | CA | 44.5 mi. | | | Northstar-at-Tahoe | Truckee | CA | 45.0 mi. | | | Tahoe Donner | Truckee | CA | 45.0 mi. | | | Alpine Meadows | Tahoe City | CA | 47.6 mi. | | | Ski Homewood | Homewood | CA | 47.6 mi. | | | Diamond Peak | Incline Village | NV | 56.0 mi. | | | Sierra-at-Tahoe | Twin Bridges | CA | 57.3 mi. | | | Heavenly Ski Resort | South Lake Tahoe | CA | 60.2 mi. | | | Kirkwood Ski Resort | Kirkwood | CA | 63.9 mi. | | | Mount Rose Ski Area | Reno | NV | 67.0 mi. | | | Bear Valley | Bear Valley | CA | 76.2 mi. | | | Dodge Ridge | Pinecrest | CA | 91.7 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Gold Discovery Site State Park | | CA | 32.6 mi. | | | Plumas Eureka State Park | | CA | 38.4 mi. | | | Mormon Island Wetlands State Park | | CA | 39.8 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Emigrant Trail Museum | Truckee | CA | 45.0 mi. | (History) | | Portola Railroad Museum | Portola | CA | 48.0 mi. | (Technology) | | Crocker Art Museum | Sacramento | CA | 53.5 mi. | (Art) | | Golden State Museum | Sacramento | CA | 53.5 mi. | (History) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| Sacramento Zoo | Sacramento | CA | 53.5 mi. | | | Micke Grove Zoo | Lodi | CA | 79.3 mi. | | | Six Flags Marine World | Vallejo | CA | 104.1 mi. | |
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