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Gold Country Adventure

Fly back in time to California's Gold Rush era. Visit historic Columbia, Auburn, and Grass Valley with their charming downtowns and rich history.

Duration
Full Day
Difficulty
Moderate
Total Distance
120 nm
Flying Time
1.3 hr flying time
Stops
3 stops
Region
Sierra Foothills

Trip Highlights

Itinerary — 3 Stops

1

O22 — Columbia Airport

Columbia, CA · 2,118 ft · 4,302 ft runway

Columbia State Historic Park - walk to town

Top Activities
  • Columbia State Historic Park ★ 4.8
  • Jack Douglass Saloon ★ 4.5
  • Columbia Candy Kitchen ★ 4.7
  • Fallon House Theatre ★ 4.6
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2

KAUN — Auburn Municipal Airport

Auburn, CA · 1,539 ft · 3,700 ft runway

Auburn - Gold Country charm

Top Activities
  • Old Town Auburn ★ 4.6
  • Ikeda's California Country Market ★ 4.6
  • Auburn State Recreation Area ★ 4.7
  • Air Galore Car Rental - Auburn ★ 4.7
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3

KGOO — Nevada County Air Park

Grass Valley, CA · 3,153 ft · 3,200 ft runway

Nevada County Airport - Grass Valley access

Top Activities
  • Happy Apple Kitchen ★ 4.7
  • Empire Mine State Historic Park ★ 4.7
  • Downtown Grass Valley ★ 4.4
  • Air Galore Car Rental - Grass Valley ★ 4.7

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