Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Maps

Coloma, CA

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Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park Description

Although small amounts of gold had been found in other parts of California, it was the gold discovery at Sutter’s mill that received world-wide attention in 1848. The discovery caused one of the largest mass-migrations in history, bringing people to California from all over the world. Most prospectors who came did not strike it rich in the gold fields and returned home, but about ten percent stayed in California. Those who stayed contributed to California’s unprecedented rapid commercial, agricultural and industrial development and statehood in 1850.

Coordinates
: 38.799, -120.894
Area
: 576 acres (2.33 km²)
Official Link
: Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park