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  Folsom, California Travel Guide

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Folsom in the California Gold Country has become an urban residential region, yet it does retain memories of the California Gold Rush. With an historic old town surrounded by the new shopping malls and outlets, you can see where and what Folsom grew from. As a tourist destination, its highlights include Folsom Lake water sports, bike trails, a beautiful library complex where arts and entertainment activities are held, and the City Zoo Sanctuary, just to name a few. In addition, there's Folsom History Museum and Folsom Powerhouse State Park.

Electricity is the theme of this California State Park. You can see an 1895 powerhouse replica of the original facility that H.P. Livermore created along the American River with his plan to install generators to provide electricity in a location 22 miles downstream from Sacramento. Vintage generators at the powerhouse, and a control switchboard designed with Tennessee marble, are original artifacts, preserved and on view to the public.

32 miles of bicycle trails along Humbug and Willow Creeks offer great recreational riding, or training for competitive athletes. There are a handful of bike trails within the Folsom trail system, maintained for public enjoyment.

One of the coolest zoos in california (because of its philosophy) is the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. We highly recommend a visit to this preserve for non-releasable animals that are cared for after injuries or other circumstances don't allow them to return to their native habitats. Animals range from bunnies, squirrels, skunks and raccoons, to black bears, horse, sheep, deer, tigers, cougars, bobcats, monkeys, parrots, and much more. Not a member of the zoo societies, this city-operated facility says that those societies don't address the needs of these injured animals adequately, and the number one goal of this zoo is to make animals happy and healthy as they can be in their surroundings where animals come first!

While tourists like to be entertained, the reason this is considered California Gold (country) is due to its role in the California Gold Rush. Folsom History Museum recreates the era with the reconstruction of the Wells Fargo Assay Office originally standing there in 1860. Many of its artifacts have been saved (doors, brikcs, granite face and plaques) and are on view. Another often overlooked aspect of this era was the life and role of the Maidu indian tribes chronicled in many museums throughout the region. At this particular museum you'll see a narrative section about local history. Nearby historical sites include Folsom Prison (the second prison built in California), Mormon Island, a mining camp which faded in populatino along with the gold diggings around 1880.



The Gold Country, Calif. region hotels are located fairly close to Sierra Mountain hotels that include Lake Tahoe, and to Central Valley Hotels that to the east, south and north.

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Folsom, CA Hotels

Courtyard By Marriott Sacramento Folsom
2575 Iron Point Road
Folsom, CA 95630
2 Star
The Folsom Courtyard by Marriott Hotel is conveniently located off Highway 50 -just minutes from downtown Sacramento. Centrally located between San Francisco and Lake Tahoe, and just minutes from the foothill wine country, Folsom offers an abundance


Hilton Garden Inn Folsom
221 Iron Point Road
Folsom, CA 95630
2 Star
The Hilton Garden Inn Folsom hotel is just minutes from downtown Sacramento California and located near the offices of Verizon Wireless Calpine Video Production Distributors and California Independent System Operator. The Hilton Garden Inn Folsom ho


Larkspur Landing Folsom
121 Iron Point Road
Folsom, CA 95630
2 Star
Larkspur Landing is a completely new hotel concept specifically developed and designed to satisfy the needs of upscale business and leisure travelers seeking all the warm comforts of home while traveling. Larkspur Landing is a 'Boutique Style' exten


Oakwood at Iron Point
1550 Iron Point Rd
Folsom, CA 95630
3 Star
Imagine an elegant resort- rich with amenities to enhance your lifestyle. Enjoy features such as a sparkling pool, relaxing spa, and a clubhouse complete with a state-of-the-art fitness center. A perfect vacation paradise. Not exactly. This beautifu


Residence Inn By Marriott Sacramento Folsom
2555 Iron Point Road
Folsom, CA 05630
2 Star
The Folsom Residence Inn by Marriott is proud to be the leading long-term stay hotel in the area. Centrally located between Lake Tahoe and San Francisco, the Folsom Residence Inn offers a variety of activities for all travelers. Local attractions in


Synergy Falls Willow Creek
1780 Creekside Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
3 Star
Willow Creek is defined by surroundings that offer picturesque views- year-round recreation and abundant wildlife. Willow Creek lies at the gateway to the Sierra Foothills- where trail heads beckon- and the waterways flow from scenic Folsom and Nato


Synergy Falls Willow Creek
1780 Creekside Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
Willow Creek is defined by surroundings that offer picturesque views- year-round recreation and abundant wildlife. Willow Creek lies at the gateway to the Sierra Foothills- where trail heads beckon- and the waterways flow from scenic Folsom and Nato


Synergy Iron Point
1550 Iron Point Road
Folsom, CA 95630
3 Star
Enjoy features such as a sparkling pool- relaxing spa- and a clubhouse complete with a state-of-the-art fitness center. Full service business center with computer- scanner- and fax machine and office equipment. Concierge service and customized resid


Synergy Iron Point
1550 Iron Point Road
Folsom, CA 95630
Enjoy features such as a sparkling pool- relaxing spa- and a clubhouse complete with a state-of-the-art fitness center. Full service business center with computer- scanner- and fax machine and office equipment. Concierge service and customized resid


Synergy Willow Springs
250 McAdoo Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
3 Star
Enjoy resort style living at Willow Springs. The community offers a large heated lap pool and 1st class customer service. Closely located to Folsom Lake- which offers a variety of aquatic activities. Our community also sits next to bike trails that


Synergy Willow Springs
250 McAdoo Drive
Folsom, CA 95630
Enjoy resort style living at Willow Springs. The community offers a large heated lap pool and 1st class customer service. Closely located to Folsom Lake- which offers a variety of aquatic activities. Our community also sits next to bike trails that





Folsom Hotel Chains

Courtyard by Marriott
Hilton Garden Inn
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Interstate Hotels And Resorts
Meristar Hotels and Resorts
Residence Inn by Marriott
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