{"id":118299,"date":"2021-04-19T10:33:39","date_gmt":"2021-04-19T17:33:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/69.46.6.243\/?p=118299"},"modified":"2021-04-19T10:33:39","modified_gmt":"2021-04-19T17:33:39","slug":"murphys-named-one-of-forbes-best-u-s-destinations-for-2021-cvb-feature","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.thepinetree.net\/?p=118299","title":{"rendered":"Murphys Named One of Forbes\u2019 Best U.S. Destinations for 2021 ~ CVB Feature"},"content":{"rendered":"

Murphys, CA…So, what destination is on your travel bucket list for 2021? Does it include Murphys, Queen of the Sierra? It definitely should because according to Forbes\u2019\u00a0Bucket List Travel: The 15 Best U.S. Destinations for 2021\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0Murphys is one of the must-see places to visit this year! Murphys stands alone as the only small town included alongside big cities like Chicago, Austin, and Malibu as a do-not-miss vacation destination. Come visit and see for yourself why everyone agrees that Calaveras County is a hidden gem in the Sierra Nevada foothills.<\/p>\n

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Locke Family Vineyards, Murphys<\/p>\n

Wine Tasting<\/p>\n

With 35+ family-owned tasting rooms, wineries, and vineyards, Calaveras County is an ideal region for Spanish and Italian varietals like Barbera and Tempranillo. Whether you are brand new to wine tasting or a long time wine expert, our winemakers offer down-to-earth wine education and information. We love to make wine and share it with all our friends \u2013 the ones we know and the ones we have yet to meet! Be a part of Calaveras vineyard tours the first Saturday of each month from May to October 2021. Local vintners have created a series of intimate tours that include fun, educational wine tasting and a wine-country lunch with the winemakers. Space is limited, so register soon at\u00a0www.calaveraswines.org<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Moon Alley Candles 1880 storefront<\/p>\n

Shopping<\/p>\n

While in Murphys, stop in some of the cutest shops you will ever see. Not one chain store, restaurant, or hotel exists in downtown Murphys. Grab something to go from any of the numerous eateries along Main Street then amble on over to Murphys Park located close to the center of town. Once there, you will see picnic tables right next to the creek that provide an idyllic setting to have lunch or a summer evening dinner. Walk through downtown, and you are bound to find a tantalizing something at\u00a0The Spice Tin<\/a>\u00a0or at\u00a0Marisolio Tasting Bar<\/a>\u00a0where you can try a wide variety of olive oil and vinegars. Go home with a one-of-a-kind handcrafted candle from\u00a0Moon Alley<\/a>\u00a0or an artisan cheese or two from\u00a0Lavender Ridge Vineyard<\/a>\u00a0right on Main Street. Everything you experience here exudes a unique, welcoming, and hometown atmosphere, so come ready to relax and enjoy!<\/p>\n

Plan Your Escape<\/p>\n

Want to get away?\u00a0Our close-knit and welcoming community is exactly perfect for family, romantic, or BFF getaways, vacations, and outdoor adventures.\u00a0 For ideas and help planning your dream Murphys and\u00a0Calaveras wine trip<\/a>, check out itineraries specially created by the locals themselves. Click\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0for more ideas for visiting Calaveras County.<\/p>\n

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Calaveras Big Trees State Park<\/p>\n

Even More To Do<\/p>\n

A few \u201cdon\u2019t-miss\u201d and \u201cgotta-see\u201d attractions that make Calaveras County a great place to visit are\u00a0Calaveras Big Trees State Park<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Moaning Cavern Adventure Park<\/a>. Definitely visit the\u00a0Angels Camp Museum<\/a>\u00a0for one of the largest collections of carriages and covered wagons open to the public plus extensive mining, ranching, and 49er\/Mark Twain\/Frog Jump history exhibits. Hike\u00a0New Melones<\/a>,\u00a0New Hogan Lake<\/a>, or\u00a0Arnold Rim Trail<\/a>\u00a0to see some of the most beautiful parts of the Sierra Nevada mountains and foothills.<\/p>\n

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Murphys Community Park \u2013 Come relax and unwind by the creek<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s Be Safe Out There<\/p>\n

In Calaveras County, we pride ourselves in creating a welcoming experience for all of our visitors, families and friends. Please take a moment to consider the following ways to safely enjoy the very best of Calaveras County:<\/p>\n

Prepare & Pace:\u00a0\u00a0There are 40 tasting rooms to explore in Calaveras Wine Country with 24 located on Main Street Murphys. Have a game plan and
\npace yourself between tastings at shops, restaurants & parks. Get your
\ndesignated drivers lined up first as Uber is very limited at this time.<\/p>\n

Hydrate:\u00a0It\u2019s a good idea to bring a water bottle and fill up at our Hydration
\nStations around town. Enjoy free water fill-ups at the Wine Info Center
\nlocated at 202 Main Street Murphys, Thursday-Sunday, 11:00-3:00 or checkout\u00a0Gold Country Roasters<\/a>\u00a0for a water fill-up and award-winning coffee right here in Murphys across from the Wine Info Center.<\/p>\n

Call for a Ride:\u00a0If your designated driver has let you down or you can\u2019t get behind the wheel, please call for a ride. Start by calling your family and
\nfriends. OR Call Murphys Taxi Service at (209) 795-7777. You can find limited bus service and dial-a-ride at the\u00a0Calaveras Connec<\/a>t\u00a0website.<\/p>\n

We would like to thank the\u00a0Calaveras Winegrape Alliance<\/a>\u00a0for providing these safety and travel tips for our visitors to Calaveras County. We look forward to seeing you soon!<\/p>\n

Source = Calaveras Visitors Bureau<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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