Towering Grave of California's Gold Discoverer - Coloma, CA
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WalksfarTX
N 38° 47.801 W 120° 53.646
10S E 682883 N 4296320
James Marshall found gold here on January 24, 1848, and it launched the California gold rush. Despite his early good fortune, Marshall died penniless.
Waymark Code: WMQ01N
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 11/20/2015
Views: 2
From Roadside America:
The state of California, perhaps feeling just a little guilty, dug up Marshall's remains, years later, and reburied them on a hilltop, next to an impressive 31-foot-tall monument and bronze statue. The figure clutches a gold nugget and points down to the spot where it was found.
The surrounding park has rebuilt the sawmill and tailrace where Marshall made his discovery, and visitors are welcome to try their luck at finding their own flecks of gold.
Summer daily 8 am - 7 pm; off-season 8 am - 5 pm. (Call to verify) Phone:530-622-3470
Price of Admission: 0.00 (listed in local currency)
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Weekday Hours: Not listed
Weekend Hours: Not listed
Location Website: Not listed
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