El Dorado County

California

A lake surrounded by dense forest, a small island, and distant mountains.
A coastal landscape with a forested mountain, a small island, and a clear blue lake.
A large body of water with a cruise ship, several smaller boats, and a forested island with a castle-like structure.
A lake with a small island in the center, surrounded by dense forests and snow-capped mountains in the background.
A lake surrounded by dense forests and a small island in the center.

Popular cities in El Dorado County

South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe
Known for Lakes, Casinos and Skiing
Come to this Lake Tahoe destination in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada to ski in winter, swim in summer and enjoy a lively nightlife year-round.

Reasons to visit

  • Heavenly Gondola
  • The Shops at Heavenly Village
  • Lakeside Beach
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A river with a bridge adorned with lights, surrounded by forested hills.
Placerville
Known for Dining, Historical and Shopping
Trip time! Discover the history, cafes and aquarium in Placerville.

Reasons to visit

  • Historic Main Street Placerville
  • Hangtown's Gold Bug Park and Mine
  • Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park
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Panoramic View of Rocky Beach and Dock at the Lake surrounded by Mountains and Trees. Summer Season. Sugar Pine Point Beach, Tahoma, California, United States. Sugar Pine Point State Park. Panorama
Tahoma
Known for Lakes, Hiking and Skiing
Explore relaxing Tahoma: its lake views, hiking, forests and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Eagle Falls Trail
  • Hellman-Ehrman Mansion
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A beach with two people sitting on chairs, a wooden hut, and mountains in the background.
Pollock Pines
Known for Lakes, Forests and Hiking
Experience relaxing Pollock Pines: its hiking, forests, coffee and more!
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Kyburz
Kyburz
Head to sights like South Fork of the American River as you discover the local area in Kyburz.
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A multi-tiered waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
Shingle Springs
Check out the local area in Shingle Springs—home to attractions like Cielo Estate and Cosumnes River.
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