Sep 30, 2009
Created in 1965, Malakoff Diggins preserves the exciting and controversial story of hydraulic gold mining during the California Gold Rush. The dramatic hydraulic mining pit is an enduring testimony to the scale of reckless environmental and social impact that hydraulic mining caused throughout northern California. Just 40 minutes northeast of picturesque Nevada City, the ghost town of North Bloomfield offers a unique window through which visitors and students can experience life in a circa-1880’s gold mining community.
The park comprises approximately 3,200 acres of majestic pines, cedars and oaks between 2,500’ and 4,000’ elevation in the northern Sierra Nevada foothills region. Overnight visitors can choose between a shady, restful campsite in Chute Hill campground, or a rustic “Miner Cabin.” The group campsite accommodates up to 60 people.
Approximately 20 miles of scenic trails range from very easy to strenuous, and connect with the famous South Yuba River Trail. Overnight and day school programs are offered in the fall and spring. Three popular events offer important recreational opportunities for nearby communities and the region - the Kid’s Fishing Derby in May, Humbug Day in June, and the Ice Cream Social in September.
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