Visitor Information

El Dorado Hills is nestled in the foothills of the Sierras and is the gateway to a picturesque mountain territory. The westward view opens to a vista of the Sacramento Valley and Folsom Lake. The higher ridges through the community offer a spectacular view of  the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Visitors to El Dorado Hills will find a residential community dedicated to families and their many needs. It is a community that offers visitors the amenities of shops, services, entertainment and restaurants that make their stay more pleasant. In the last several months, this area has also seen great progress in business investments and employment opportunities.

El Dorado Hills is an active community with many parks, playgrounds and sports fields. The El Dorado Hills Community Service District maintains these facilities and information can be obtained by calling the CSD at 916-933-6624 or www.edhcsd.org.

Recreational activities in the area include biking the many country roads, walking trails along small streams, water sports at Folsom Lake and the Marina at Brown's Ravine as well as hiking trails around the lake. Folsom Lake has seventy-seven miles of shoreline and is one of the most heavily used recreational areas in the state. It is a part of the California State Park system (800)-777-0369 or www.parks.ca.gov and is a popular spot in the community.

This community is very involved in education and cultural advancements and it now boasts two dance academies, a musical theatre ensemble and other youth performing groups. All of these hold extravagant annual performances and participate in several community events, showcasing the repertoire of the very talented students.

El Dorado Hills is often referred to as the gateway to El Dorado County. With elevations ranging from 200 feet to over 10,800 feet, there is tremendous diversity in the landscape and much to discover in El Dorado County. Rich in history and with a wide variety of recreational choices, there is something for everyone. The legendary Gold Rush days of this county are relived in the gold panning activities at nearby Marshall Gold Discovery Site in Coloma.

You can also experience whitewater rafting on the American River, or camping and fishing. El Dorado County is the heart of the most diversified recreational area in California, with approximately one million acres of national forest land. Desolation Wilderness area is the most visited wilderness area in the state. The greater El Dorado County area provides ten major reservoirs and has 11,640 acres of lakes. There are an abundance of lakes, and over 575 miles of rivers and streams that provide habitat for over twenty known species of fish.
The Sierra provides a choice of several ski areas; all within a one and a half hour drive from El Dorado Hills. These areas offer both Nordic and alpine skiing. Visitors may call Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority at (530) 544-5050 or visit their website at www.virtualtahoe.com/LTVA

Visitors to El Dorado Hills may enjoy a day trip to the delightful wineries that have become famous in El Dorado County. Nearby  Apple Hill is a host to Spring and  Fall and holiday activities at the  fruit orchards, farms, bake shops, craft fairs and breweries.
Come and enjoy all the beauty of El Dorado Hills !
The local chambers are a great source of community information. Or look at www.visit-eldorado.com to see what is available in the county.