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The California Welcome Center Auburn
13411 Lincoln Way
Auburn, CA 95603

Phone: (530) 887-2111
Fax: (530) 887-2134
Email: info.auburn@visitcwc.com

The western most edge of Placer County is a scant 100 feet above sea level. The eastern portion of the county is home to the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range, with peaks towering above 9,000 feet. Season temperatures vary widely according to elevation.

If traveling by air
The Sacramento International Airport is a 50-minute drive from Auburn, and Reno Airport is a short drive from Lake Tahoe. There are smaller airports located at Auburn, Lincoln, Truckee-Tahoe, and Blue Canyon.

If traveling by car
Interstate 80 runs the length of the county, and is intersected by a network of well-developed rural roads, providing easy access to many areas.

Mileage from Auburn, county seat, to:
Sacramento: 32
San Francisco: 132
Reno: 100
Los Angeles: 418

Amenities
Public Telephone
Restrooms
Picnic Area
Internet / E-mail
Refreshments
Travel Information / Brochures
Maps
Hotel Information and Referral
Nearby Restaurants
RV Parking
Handicapped Access

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