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Local Attractions

Volcano is one of the Mother Lode's most picturesque towns. The town is named for it's setting in a bowl-shaped valley which early miners thought was caused by a volcano. The town dates back to the late 1850's and was originally nicknamed "Crater City".

In 1851 a post office was established and by April 1852 there were 300 houses, and by 1853 there were 11 stores, 6 hotels, 3 bakeries, and 3 saloons. At one point the population of Volcano reached 10,000 people! In 1858 two mills with 8-stamps and six arrastres were in operation. Hydraulic operations began in 1855 and by 1867 most of the mining operations were idle.

Since Volcano is not located on highway 49, it has escaped much of the commercialization that we see on 49, with many of it's buildings dating back to the 1850's. But despite being off the beaten track, there are still lots of things to do in and around Volcano while you are working up an appetite for another treat from Humble Pies!


Nearby Volcano Attractions to Visit

Volcano's own resident community theatre group performs in two theatres in town - the indoor Cobblestone Theatre in the spring and fall, and the outdoor Amphitheatre in the summer. Enjoy a slice of pie at intermission during one of these great shows!
Established as a National Natural Landmark in 1976, this stunning cavern with its spectacular foot-long crystal formations, huge rooms and deep lakes is a must see for cavern enthusiasts. Located one mile from downtown Volcano and Humble Pies this magnificent attraction is open every day of the year.
Daffodil Hill
For several weeks each spring, Daffodil Hill erupts with a fabulous display of acres lovingly tended Daffodils. A must see when you are in the area. Daffodil Hill is 3 miles from Volcano - just stop by when you are done and have a piece of pie!
Built in 1862, this 3-story brick hotel was named St. George to “thwart the demonic Fire Dragon” that burned two previous hotels on the same spot. Now a fine country inn, hotel and restaurant, the St. George Hotel is the perfect place to stay when visiting Volcano. And Humble Pies is just down the street!
Located two miles from Volcano, the park nestles in a little valley 2,400 feet above sea level with open meadows and large valley oaks that once provided the native Americans of this area with an ample supply of acorns. The 135 acre park preserves a great outcropping of marbleized limestone with some 1,185 mortar holes -- the largest collection of bedrock mortars in North America. After your visit to the park, come on down to Volcano and have a piece of pie at Humble Pies!

 
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