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Downieville

Downieville is another one of the those local towns founded during the California Gold Rush era. At its peak in 1851, the population was 5000, mostly made up of hopeful miners, trying to make their fortune. As of the last census, less than 300 people call the town their home. I've always enjoyed the quiet quaintness of this town. Here the Downie River intersects the center of town.

 

Downieville CA

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Uploaded on June 25, 2022
Taken on October 6, 2012