California Welcome Center — Attraction in Auburn

A Must-Visit for Locals and Travelers Passing Through!

The California Visitor Center in Auburn is an absolute gem! Whether you’re a local or just passing through, this spot is packed with everything you need to explore the best of Placer County and beyond. They offer detailed information on Auburn’s renowned endurance event, The Tevis Cup and other endurance trails.competitions and even have a special section on local authors—my book, The Adventures of Hot Wheelz the Horse, is proudly on display! I’m not biased! 😊

The staff here are incredibly helpful, and their California-themed merchandise makes for the perfect souvenir. One of the coolest features? Their app! You can visit fun places, explore, and even win fantastic prizes like a Yeti mug. Whether you’re seeking adventure or just learning about the area, the California Visitor Center is the place to start....

Came in on Valentine's Day just to pick up some postcards and look around, the lady came out from behind the counter and handed me pamphlet after pamphlet after mentioning that I have a fascination with the gold rush despite living in California nearly my entire life. I left with a ton of info and a few goodies. Very helpful and...

This tourism info "store" has everything you could ask for (maps, brochures, etc) for Placer County, as well as Tahoe area, El Dorado County, and more places of interest in Northern California. The woman who helped me had several good suggestions of more brochures for me to pick up. She put everything in a nice paper sack...