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Visiting Angels Camp

Angels Camp is located along Hwy 49 also known as City of Angels is the only incorporated city in Calaveras County. With a population just under 5000 this old gold country town is also sometimes known as “frog Town” based on a Mark Twain tale and is celebrated with an annual Frog Jubilee at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds. It is a small town with total area of 9.3 km2 (3.6 mi2) and was founded by George Angel in 1849, who established a mining camp and trading store. Angles Camp was registered in 1938 as a California Historical Landmark and the Angels Camp museum was founded in 1951. The Angels Camp museum opens at 10:00 AM but is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The museum has a hall display of information about Mark Twain and his story. There are some old equipments and many old housewares on display which were used...

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Best Of Angels Camp

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Accommodations Angels Camp is home to a few overnight options including a Best Western hotel and Worldmark Resort that features multiple swimming pools, tennis courts and condo like accommodations. Units include a kitchen, outdoor patio and grill and are located near a 18 hole golf course so the entire family can enjoy their stay. Food Although a quick drive to Murphy’s might be worth the trip for those looking for more dining options. Angels camp does offer a number of good places to eat. If your looking to sit down and eat check out Camps, the food and drinks are great and you get to stay local. Other options include Chinese food, Pizza and a Mexican Food option as well. Fast Food Angels camp offers a variety of fast food and quick bites including Chicken barn, Taco Bell, Pizza, McDonalds and Starbucks Theatre Down town Angels camp is home to...