The town of Murphys is located about 10 minutes west of Arnold at approximately the 2000 foot elevation level. It is ideally situated above the central valley fog yet generally below the snowline. Murphys is rich in gold rush history and has retained the charm of yesteryear, with many of the original gold rush-era buildings still in use today. As it has grown & developed into a modern community, it provides all the amenities expected by today’s visitors, including art galleries, live theatre, eclectic shops, fine restaurants & wineries, plus a multitude of outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities all just a short drive away.
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