Munch on Mandarin Oranges in Placer County
Placer County is painted with rich farmlands, lush forests, and shimmering lakes. Here's what to do in this vibrant NorCal region.
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Colfax
Colfax is a tiny town tucked away in the hills of Placer County, just outside the Tahoe National Forest. Established as a winter camping spot for trappers and gold miners in the mid-1800s, Colfax is now home to a lively arts scene, vib...
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