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Sierra Foothills

Calaveras County

Mark Twain gave Calaveras County its claim to fame with his bestselling story “The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County.” Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, this famous Gold Rush location still maintains its 19th-century charm, including Murphy’s Historic Hotel, in operation since 1856. Twain was just one of its famous guests.

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More than 35tasting rooms
Natural wonder:Calaveras Big Treesa grove of giant sequoias
Known for rich redslike Syrah, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon

Upcoming Events

Ironstone Concours d’ EleganceSep 28 - Sep 28, 2024Ironstone Concours d’ Elegance

Since 1996, the Ironstone Concours Foundation has held the Ironstone Concours d’ Elegance. Our events have resulted in more than $1,000,000 of donations made to support youth in agriculture, including Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H youth activities. We also regularly fund annual scholarships to the California State Fair and the Calaveras County Fair. In addition, the Ironstone Concours Foundation has underwritten a room at the State FFA headquarters in Galt, California, and we have steadily supported the 4-H Leadership Conference, Guide Dog Programs and Horse Classic. It is with much gratitude and thanks to all of our loyal entrants, sponsors, vendors and supporters ​that help us support these efforts each year.

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Ironstone Amphitheatre Concert – Dokken with George Lynch, Warrant & SteelHeartSep 13 - Sep 13, 2024Ironstone Amphitheatre Concert – Dokken with George Lynch, Warrant & SteelHeart

Ironstone Amphitheatre concert venue in the Gold Rush town of Murphys is a must see. From classic rock to country to pop, artists of all genres play in this beautiful outdoor venue.

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