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Tuolumne County Museum: Hours, Exhibits, and Getting There
The Tuolumne County Museum in downtown Sonora traces local history from Gold Rush times to the modern era. It occupies a former county jail, and its opening schedule…
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How to Get from Modesto City-County Airport to Sonora
Modesto City-County Airport is in Modesto, and driving is the clearest route to Sonora. Check rental-car arrangements and road conditions before setting out.
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What to See in Sonora City Centre
Sonora city centre combines historic landmarks, museums, shops and galleries in a walkable downtown area. A numbered walking-tour map helps you plan a route through…
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Railtown 1897: A Visitor Guide from Sonora
Railtown 1897 State Historic Park in Jamestown preserves Sierra Railway history through its locomotives, roundhouse and workshops. Here’s what to see and how to plan…
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Pinecrest Lake Day Trip from Sonora
Pinecrest Lake is a recreation area in Stanislaus National Forest, east of Sonora. Find out what you can do there, what facilities are available and how to plan for…
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Moaning Caverns Adventure Park: Planning a Visit from Sonora
Moaning Caverns Adventure Park near Vallecito offers a staircase cave tour and a strenuous crawling and spelunking tour. Here’s how to choose an activity and plan yo…
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Dragoon Gulch Trail in Sonora: Route and Trail Tips
Dragoon Gulch Trail winds through oak woodlands in Sonora, with creekside paths and views over the city and surrounding mountain ranges. Here’s how to choose an acce…
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How to Visit Columbia State Historic Park from Sonora
Columbia State Historic Park preserves a Gold Rush-era business district near Sonora, California. Here’s how to plan a visit, from exhibit hours and guided walks to…
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Calaveras Big Trees State Park: A Day Trip from Sonora
Calaveras Big Trees State Park preserves two groves of giant sequoias near Arnold, California. Here’s how to plan a visit from Sonora, from choosing a grove to check…
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Black Oak Casino Resort: What Sonora Visitors Should Know
Black Oak Casino Resort is a Tuolumne County destination for dining, live music, karaoke and family activities. Here’s what to know about its restaurants, visitor po…