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Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park
Nevada City

Contact: 
23579 North Bloomfield Road Nevada City CA 95959 Phone: (530) 265-2740

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Description: 
Malakoff Diggins State Historic Park, a forested 3,000 acre park, is the site of California's largest hydraulic gold mine. Visitors can see huge cliffs carved by mighty streams of water, results of the goldmining technique of washing away entire mountains find the precious metal. Legal battles between mine owners and downstream farmers ended this method. The park also contains a 7,847 foot bedrock tunnel that serves as a drain. The visitor center has exhibits on life in the old mining town of North Bloomfield. more >

Hours: 
Please call the park.

Direction: 
The park is located 16 miles northeast of Nevada City on North Bloomfield Road.

Activities: 
Bike Trails Environmental Campsites Exhibits and Programs Family Campsites Fishing Group Campsites Guided Tours Hiking Trails Horseback Trails Swimming

Facilities: 
Campers (Max. Length) 24' Lodging Picnic Areas Restrooms Supplies Trailers (Max. Length) 18' Visitor Center

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