Cherokee in Oroville
Home of what was the largest hydraulic mine in the world, producing gold and the first diamonds in the U.S. Oroville, California.

šŸ“œ Cherokee, California, once home to the world's largest hydraulic mine, is now a historic site with less than 50 living residents.

Why Go

ā›ļø Explore a former gold and diamond mine
šŸ›ļø Visit a historical museum and Hayes House
šŸŒ³ Discover a pioneer cemetery
šŸŽ‰ Attend annual Fourth of July and Hayes Day festivals

Why Avoid

āš ļø Off the beaten path, no services or accommodations

Tips

šŸ“ Located thirteen miles north of Oroville atop Table Mountain

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