Saddle Creek Resort, Copperopolis, CA
Make Saddle Creek Resort your base camp for every season. You and your family can discover the vast year-round adventures of the Sierra Foothills. The heart of California is the Gold Country. Historic towns like Columbia, Murphys, Angels Camp, Jamestown and Sonora were among the first settlements in the state. Today, they retain all their historic charm. The rivers and streams that once lured prospectors still flow with pure snow melt from the Sierras and now provide recreational opportunities to visitors around the world. The historic and picturesque gold rush towns offer antique shops, museums, wine tasting, art galleries and shopping in a small town setting.
The many local events, concerts, festivals and live theatre, held throughout the year, attract visitors seeking to experience life away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The adventures are endless. Whether you want a leisurely day or time to explore and be adventuresome, the choices are many. Getting footloose in the foothills is addictive. The Sierra Foothills offer endless opportunities for outdoor adventure and activity. You can dive into water sports, enjoy a leisurely trail ride, hike or bike the varying landscapes, or take an exciting whitewater rafting tour. Also, the nearby Stanislaus National Forest and Big Trees State Park boast extraordinary natural beauty which is sure to please those seeking a peaceful nature walk.
The winter playground of Bear Valley and Dodge Ridge are so close you can golf in the morning and ski in the afternoon. Cross country trails offer silent, pristine natural beauty and miles of snowmobiling trails. We can arrange trail rides or a snowmobile excursion for you and the family for the entire day or for a short ride. Our Resort Guest Services Manager is available to help you plan your visit just the way you imagined it. At the sun’s first peek over the mountains, a majestic world reveals itself, tumbling effortlessly from the high country peaks of the Sierra to the rolling hills of the Gold Country Foothills. Rivers of pristine snow melt feed expansive, shimmering lakes. Historic towns lie at the heart of California history.
Only a two-hour drive from the Bay Area, this is the perfect setting for your new home or to spend your family’s precious time together, where a grand life in the California Foothills is defined by beauty and filled with adventure. Living the country life is a dream that can be fulfilled. The sounds of nature will enchant you. If you are looking for a vacation home, are relocating or want a retirement home, this is the perfect place. (www.saddlecreek.com)