- The list below includes 15 free or cheap things to do in or near Murphys, California, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Music Venue, History Museums, Caverns & Caves and Horseback Riding.
- From Mercer Caverns to Local Roots Food Tours, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Murphys and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Sonora.
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The McHenry Mansion is the only original Victorian home left in the area. Guided tours take visitors through the home to learn more about the original owner as well as the authentic items and furniture that decorate the interior.
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The City of Modesto's Graceada Park offers a variety of attractions and amenities, including basketball courts, soccer, baseball, and softball fields, volleyball courts, tennis courts, and water play areas. The park also has picnic areas and playgrounds.
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Ghost Tours of Placerville offer guided tours of the historic and supposedly haunted historic districts in this town, which traces its lineage back to the gold rush days of 1849. The weekend tours must be booked in advance by reservation.
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The refurbished State Theater hosts classic and contemporary films for movie buffs of all ages. A newly installed, 22-speaker Dolby surround-sound system enhances digital film screenings for a high-quality viewing experience.
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Located within a historic 1912 library, the McHenry Museum is a museum that displays the history of the local area. The museum is filled with numerous artifacts, exhibits, and artwork that tell the story of past years in the area.
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El Dorado National Forest features 80 developed campgrounds and picnic areas, hundreds of miles of roads and trails and abundant wildlife and plants. There are also numerous lakes, reservoirs, rivers and streams for fishing and water sports.
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South Lake Tahoe / Placerville area, Placerville, CA 95667
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The immense Eldorado National Forest is located in Placerville, California. The Forest has more than 80 camp sites and abundant picnic facilities. It also contains many lakes and popular hiking trails.
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Showcasing live music, Speakeasy Lounge offers a bar experience styled in a 1920s prohibition theme. On Sundays, the bar hosts karaoke where the locals perform popular songs for an audience.
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The primary Stanislaus River rafting company is Sunshine Rafting, which concentrates on low-risk trips down the river that can accommodate any skill level. The family oriented company even has special journeys just for first-time rafters.
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Home to just over 200,000 residents, the City of Modesto is a town filled with fun and entertaining attractions to visit. Visitors commonly enjoy shopping, seeing the city parks, or visiting a historical site within the city.