Calaveras County Map, California
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Calaveras County, California
Famous for its frogs, Calaveras County leaps right off the pages of Mark Twain’s tales. Yep, that’s right. Mark Twain made this place famous with his story about a jumping frog.
Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, it’s a blend of Gold Rush history and outdoor fun. Angels Camp is the main hub, where you’ll find the annual Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee.
Highway 4 and 49 cut through the area, leading you to wine country in Murphys or to the giant sequoias in Calaveras Big Trees State Park. The county seat is San Andreas… not to be confused with the video game or the fault line.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Calaveras County |
| County Seat | San Andreas |
| Population | Approximately 45,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Angels Camp, Arnold, Copperopolis, Murphys, Valley Springs |
| Interstates and Highways | State Route 4, State Route 49 |
| FIPS Code | 06-009 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 1,020 square miles (Land: 1,018 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Amador County (North), Alpine County (Northeast), Tuolumne County (South), Stanislaus County (Southwest), San Joaquin County (West) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Standard Time (PST) |
| State | California |
| Coordinates | 38.2546° N, 120.5485° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Calaveras River, which means “skull” in Spanish |
| Major Landmarks | Calaveras Big Trees State Park, New Melones Lake, Angels Camp Museum |
| Website | Calaveras County Website |
Calaveras County Topographic Map
Have you explored the Sierra Nevada foothills with our detailed zoom tool? This topographic map of Calaveras County shows rolling hills, river canyons, and increasing elevations eastward.
Calaveras County Satellite Map
Oak-studded foothills and pine forests characterize this satellite perspective. Bright spots connected by winding mountain roads reveal several small towns throughout the county.
Calaveras County Blank Map
This blank map shows Calaveras County’s elongated shape stretching from the Central Valley into the Sierra Nevada. The simple outline provides a foundation for adding Gold Rush towns and natural landmarks.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 5 neighboring counties of Calaveras County:
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