Elisa’s guidebook to Auburn and Surrounding Areas
Outdoor adventure
Hiking, climbing, biking, rafting, swimming or horse back riding. The Auburn State Recreation Area offers something for everyone!
29 locals recommend
Auburn State Recreation Area
Hiking, climbing, biking, rafting, swimming or horse back riding. The Auburn State Recreation Area offers something for everyone!
All-Outdoors California Whitewater Rafting
1026 Lotus Rd9 acre mountain bike park overlooking the American River Canyon. Awesome pump tracks and trails to practice those skills.
Auburn Bike Park
Maidu Drive9 acre mountain bike park overlooking the American River Canyon. Awesome pump tracks and trails to practice those skills.
Hiking and biking trails, observation deck for viewing, waterfalls, swimming area. Reservations required for weekend or holiday use. $8 for full day $4 for half day use. Generally free M-F unless its a holiday.
53 locals recommend
Hidden Falls Regional Park
7587 Mears PlHiking and biking trails, observation deck for viewing, waterfalls, swimming area. Reservations required for weekend or holiday use. $8 for full day $4 for half day use. Generally free M-F unless its a holiday.
45 minutes from our stay to the mountain for some great skiing or snowboarding. Royal Gorge offers cross country skiing
127 locals recommend
Sugar Bowl Resort
629 Sugar Bowl Rd45 minutes from our stay to the mountain for some great skiing or snowboarding. Royal Gorge offers cross country skiing
Donner Ski Ranch
19320 Donner Pass Rd45 minute drive to snow sports, tubing and sledding
Food scene
Tap & Vine
130 Maple StBeautiful outdoor dining and live music on the weekends
Live music and dancing on the weekends, walking distance from our stay
31 locals recommend
The Club Car
836 Lincoln WayLive music and dancing on the weekends, walking distance from our stay
Auburn Alehouse
289 Washington StLocated in historical Old Town Auburn
The Pour Choice
177 Sacramento StThe absolute BEST coffee and snacks. A must visit
Restaurant Josephine
1226 Lincoln WayEXCELLENT French cuisine, reservations recommended
Old Town Pizza
510 Sacramento StAmazing pizza
Great outdoor location for happy hour after a day of activities. 40 rotating taps, diverse wine selection and a delicious pub menu
7 locals recommend
The Station Public House
750 Lincoln WayGreat outdoor location for happy hour after a day of activities. 40 rotating taps, diverse wine selection and a delicious pub menu
Depoe Bay Coffee Roasters
893 High StAmazing burgers and shakes and the best Farm fresh produce in their market. Fresh baked pies are a must try!
23 locals recommend
Ikeda's
13500 Lincoln WayAmazing burgers and shakes and the best Farm fresh produce in their market. Fresh baked pies are a must try!
Induld your sweet tooth with some frozen yogurt out on Auburn Square, lots of patio seating and activity in the evenings.
8 locals recommend
Tango Frozen Yogurt
940 Lincoln WayInduld your sweet tooth with some frozen yogurt out on Auburn Square, lots of patio seating and activity in the evenings.
A perfect chance to cool off with a local beer on tap or a scoop of ice cream. Heck, be adventurous and try their signature beer float!
The Yeti Tavern
923 Lincoln WayA perfect chance to cool off with a local beer on tap or a scoop of ice cream. Heck, be adventurous and try their signature beer float!
Golf
Ridge Golf Course & Events Center
2020 Golf Course RdBlack Oak Golf Course
2455 Black Oak RdDarkHorse Golf Club
24150 Darkhorse DrAuburn Valley Golf Club
8800 Auburn Valley RdEntertainment
Auburn Placer Performing Arts Center
985 Lincoln WayRegal Auburn - California
500 Nevada StActivities
Foothills Bowling Center
13489 Bowman RdEmpire Mine State Park
10791 E Empire StWonderful Fall visit for apple picking, fresh baked apple goods, wine, beer and kids activities. Download the Apple Hill app to get maps and info on the nearly 50 farms and orchards to visit. About 20 miles away but allow for an hour on the scenic winding roads.
31 locals recommend
Apple Hill | High Hill Ranch
2901 High Hill RdWonderful Fall visit for apple picking, fresh baked apple goods, wine, beer and kids activities. Download the Apple Hill app to get maps and info on the nearly 50 farms and orchards to visit. About 20 miles away but allow for an hour on the scenic winding roads.
Beer and Wine trails
Crooked Lane Brewing Company
536 Grass Valley HwyBeautiful wine cave and gorgeous grounds to picnic and sip aside the picturesque pond. Check their website for special events. I recommend the Tempranillo!
16 locals recommend
Vina Castellano Winery
4590 Bell RoadBeautiful wine cave and gorgeous grounds to picnic and sip aside the picturesque pond. Check their website for special events. I recommend the Tempranillo!
Dono dal Cielo Vineyard
6100 Wise RdWise Villa Winery
4200 Wise RdMoonraker Brewing Co.
12970 Earhart AveMt. Vernon Winery
10850 Mt Vernon RdKnee Deep Brewing Company
13395 New Airport RdLoomis Basin Brewing Co
3277 Swetzer RdSightseeing
Great museum in an active historical courthouse. Beautiful pictures from the outside
Placer County Superior Court - Historic Auburn Courthouse
101 Maple StreetGreat museum in an active historical courthouse. Beautiful pictures from the outside
Bernhard Museum
291 Auburn Folsom Rd