Placer County, County in California, United States
Placer County spans 1,502 square miles across three distinct regions: South Placer with Central Valley terrain, Gold Country near Sierra foothills, and Sierra Nevada mountains.
The county, established in 1851 during the California Gold Rush, derived its name from the Spanish word for sand deposits where gold was found.
Multiple school districts throughout Placer County provide educational services, with numerous high schools operating under specific unified districts for local residents.
Interstate 80 and several state routes connect the county to major urban centers, while public transportation systems facilitate regional mobility throughout the area.
The Placer County Courthouse, constructed in 1894, maintains its original function by housing active courtrooms, sheriff offices, and educational museums within its walls.
Location: California
Inception: 1851
Capital city: Auburn
Shares border with: Sutter County, El Dorado County, Sacramento County, Nevada County, Douglas County, Yuba County, Carson City, Washoe County
GPS coordinates: 39.06000,-120.73000
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:20
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Desolation Wilderness
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