There are all sorts of fun things here in Placerville! Come visit the local wineries, Apple Hill Ranches and historic places like the El Dorado County Historical Museum, or the Gold Bug Park & Mine. There is something for everyone here in Placerville!
Here at Ponderosa, we strive to make your stay perfect in every way. These half-day activity ideas will help you plan your dream vacation. You can mix and match them or change them up as much as you want.
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1/2 Day - Explore Apple Hill Ranches
Visit 3 Ranches: High Hill Ranch & Fudge Factory Farm
Rainbow Orchard (Apple Cider & Hot Apple Cider Donuts made to order)
Apple Ridge Farms (Tri-tip sandwich for lunch)
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1/2 Day - Explore Apple Hill Ranches
Visit 3 Ranches: Larson Apple Barn (stop by their history barn)
Harris Family Farm
Abel's Apple Acres
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1/2 Day - Enjoy the Wines
Visit 3 Wineries (all with great views): Edio Vineyards at Delfino Farms
Lava Cap Winery
Lewis Grace Vineyards
Dinner at Smith Flat House - dog friendly seating outside
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1/2 Day - Enjoy the Wines
Visit 3 Wineries (all with great views): Rucksack Cellars
Fenton Herriott Vineyards
Starfield Vineyards
Dinner at the Independent Restaurant & Bar
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1/2 Day - Escape into History
Visit 1 Park and 1 Museum: Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park - gold was discovered
Have a picnic lunch at the park by the river
El Dorado County Historical Museum at the Fair Grounds
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1/2 Day - Escape into History
Visit 1 Park and 1 Museum: Gold Bug Mine - pan for gold and visit a mine
Lunch at Old Town Grill (Elk Burger Anyone?)
Fountain & Tallman Museum
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1/2 Day - Explore Historic Placerville Shops
Start at the west end (park in the parking garage): Stroll East on one side of the street
Have lunch at Main Street Melters
Then stroll west bound Enjoy some ice cream at Hangman's Tree Ice Cream Saloon
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1/2 Day - Explore Past Souls
Dinner at the Heyday Cafe, or Bricks Eats & Drinks on Main Street
Visit historical "haunted" places: Placerville Hardware Store & Historic Cary House Hotel
