All About the Best Things to Do in Summer in Murphys, CA
It’s time to heat things up and start planning your much-anticipated summer vacation! Why not visit the California Gold Country and stay in Murphys? There’s plenty of things to see and do, and the weather is gorgeous. What’s not to love? Keep reading to learn all about the best things to do in summer in Murphys, CA.
Our small town has everything you need for a top-notch getaway. Start planning your vacation with the help of our free Vacation Guide. You can find out about the best wine tours, walking tours, food tours, and more!
Check Out the Best Things to Do in Summer in Murphys, CA
It’s always the best time to visit Murphys! You can’t beat the weather during the summer here. With lows between 50 – 70 degrees and highs between 75 – 95 degrees, it’s perfect weather for enjoying all kinds of activities!
Outdoor Adventures
With breathtaking scenery everywhere you turn, Calaveras County is known for being a nature lover’s dream vacation spot. Whether you want to go hiking, horseback riding, kayaking, or exploring natural caves, we’ve got you covered here.
Top 5 Hiking Trails Near Murphys
(Note: There are another 10 day-hikes in the Lake Alpine area. Check them out here.)
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Arnold Rim Trail – There are several different hikes along the trail that end in lookout points that offer expansive views, most notably the Top of the World Trail.
- Duchess Mine Trail – Keep your eyes peeled for Table Mountain, an ancient lava flow.
- Calaveras Big Trees State Park – Many fantastic trails are located throughout the park. The South Grove trail takes you through a grove of giant sequoias.
- Carson Creek Trail – The 4.1 mile loop trail near Angels Camp has great scenery and is popular for birding, hiking, and running.
- Natural Bridges Trail – This popular 2 mile round-trip hike leads you to scenic limestone caverns that you can swim, wade or raft through, though the water is very cold. (No dogs.)
Top 5 Lakes Near Murphys
- White Pines Lake – This is a top-notch spot to spend the day and take a picnic with you. You can try fishing, swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, and more!
- New Melones Reservoir – The reservoir is known for offering fantastic hiking trails, water skiing, and fishing.
- New Hogan Lake – This lake is part of the Valley Springs tri-lake area and features fishing, mountain biking, and horseback riding.
- Lake Alpine – This lake sits over 7,000 feet above sea level and is an extremely popular spot during the summer for swimming, boating, camping, fishing and other recreational activities.
- Spicer-Union-Utica Reservoirs – Union/Utica Reservoirs are scenic twin reservoirs that are popular for fishing, camping, and boating. Spicer Reservoir visitors can enjoy camping, fishing, hiking and horseback riding.
Explore Murphys
One of the best parts about staying with us at Courtwood Inn is that you’re located less than 10 minutes away from Main Street in the downtown Murphys historical neighborhood. The area is home to an array of unique art galleries, charming shops, award-winning California wine tasting rooms, and more!
Top 5 Things to Do in Murphys
- Dine at local restaurants – Some of our favorites include the V Restaurant, Grounds, Rob’s Place, Toscana’s and Gabby’s.
- Visit tasting rooms – Some of our favorites include Aloria, Bodega Del Sur, Boyle Macdonald, Four Winds, Gossamer, Hatcher, Lavendar Ridge, Mineral Newsome Harlow and Tanner. There are also great wineries just outside of Murphys right on Highway 4.
- Shop unique boutiques – Some of our favorites include Art on Main, Marisolio Olive Oil Tasting Bar, The Spice Tin, Books on Main, Village Toy Store, and Moon Alley Candles, plus there are 10 clothing stores.
- Learn about the area’s rich history – The town was founded in 1848 by two Irish brothers who established a trading post. Due to the success of local gold mining operations, Murphys quickly developed into a bustling town. Today, you can learn more about Murphys’ rich past at the local historic sites and plaques.
- Attend a concert – During the summer, three of the local wineries hold series of concerts: Brice Station, Ironstone and Twisted Oak. Check their websites for schedules and tickets. For Ironstone concerts, we recommend reserving your room with us at Courtwood Inn before getting your tickets.
Stay With Us This Summer
It’s time to book your summer getaway with us at Courtwood Inn! We offer an array of guest rooms and suites to accommodate every sort of traveler. When you stay with us, you can enjoy homemade breakfasts, outstanding scenic views, five-star amenities, and more!
There’s no time to waste! Browse our accommodations and pick the perfect one for you. We can’t wait to host you this summer at Courtwood Inn.
