The practical anchor of the Hwy 4 corridor at 1,300 ft, with the events to match.
1,300 ft
Angels Camp is the only incorporated city in Calaveras County (pop 3,667) and the practical hub for everyone on the 4. Save Mart, Calaveras Lumber, Adventist Health, and Mike's Pizza, all on South Main. It's also Frogtown: the Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee runs the third weekend of May and has been jumping frogs since 1928.
If you live up the hill in Arnold or Murphys, you end up in Angels Camp whether you planned to or not. It's where Save Mart is. It's where the urgent care is. It's where Calaveras Lumber sits at 155 S Main, and yes, it's Do it Best, not Ace. Ace is up in Arnold.
But Angels Camp isn't just the supply depot. The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee is the single biggest event on the corridor, four days the third weekend of May, with roots back to Mark Twain's 1865 short story. Frogtown (officially the Calaveras Fairgrounds at 2465 Gunclub Rd) also hosts All Hallows Faire in late October and a steady drumbeat of smaller events the rest of the year.
Eating here is unfussy and good. Mike's Pizza on South Main has won best pizza in three counties for a decade-plus and operates as the corridor's great equalizer: contractors, retirees, ski families, everyone goes. For a nicer night, Camps Restaurant sits inside Greenhorn Creek Resort with a seasonal California menu, and Golden Frog Bistro took over the old Rodz Grill space at 730 S Main and runs date-night service with locally sourced food. The Angels Camp Museum (30,000+ sq ft, one of the largest carriage and wagon collections in the country) is worth an actual stop, not just a drive-by.
🍻 Thursdays just got a whole lot cooler… Slide through to My Bar every Thursday night for some friendly competition and good vibes! Whether you’re lining up the perfect shot or just kicking back with a drink, our pool tournament is where the action’s at. 👉 Play. Watch. Cheer. Repeat. 👉 Bring your crew or make new rivals 😎 Don’t miss it — Thursdays = game night! 🎱🔥
Join us for the 21st season of the Angels Camp Farmers Market! Come shop local, enjoy great music, and celebrate community with us in Utica Park. Sponsored by the Angels Camp Business Association, the market returns to our beloved Utica Park with the same vibrant atmosphere our community has come to love—featuring local farm-fresh produce, artisan craft vendors, local wines, and live entertainment. Friday nights are a time for friends and neighbors to gather, while visitors to our area experience the charm of Angels Camp and create memories to cherish. We are also happy to welcome back our wonderful Market Manager, Emily Louise who brings together local farmers, artisans, and musicians to create the lively Friday night vibe in Angels Camp. Utica Park – Angels Camp Fridays, June 12 through September 25 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. To find her way home, she must journey along the Yellow Brick Road to see the mysterious and all-powerful Wizard in Emerald City. Along the way, she makes new friends, but must also brave many dangers, including the Wicked Witch of the West, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers. To make it home safely, Dorothy must find wisdom, heart, and courage while learning an important lesson: there’s no place like home. Join CSTARS as we proudly present our 31st production with a talented cast of over 50 local youth performers. One weekend only! July 31st @ 7:00 Aug 1 @ 2:00 & 7:00 Aug 2 @ 2:00 Tickets available at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/cstarskids/oz
We’re excited to announce the lineup for our 772 Concert Series! Tickets are on sale now through our website, prospect772.com/calendar • August 1 – Midnight Flyer (Eagles Tribute) – $27.72 online | $30 at the door • September 19 – Star Dogs (70’s Pop/Dance) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • September 26 – Plan B (Classic Hits) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 10 – Breakaway (Blues Infused Rock) – $12.77 online | $15 at the door • October 24 – Boomer (Classic Rock) – $17.72 online | $20 at the door All concerts begin at 5 PM After purchasing your tickets, there’s no need to print your confirmation or bring a ticket. Simply give us your name at the door, and we’ll have you on our guest list. Food will be available for purchase at each concert, with food truck announcements coming soon. Please note: Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited on the property.
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. To find her way home, she must journey along the Yellow Brick Road to see the mysterious and all-powerful Wizard in Emerald City. Along the way, she makes new friends, but must also brave many dangers, including the Wicked Witch of the West, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers. To make it home safely, Dorothy must find wisdom, heart, and courage while learning an important lesson: there’s no place like home. Join CSTARS as we proudly present our 31st production with a talented cast of over 50 local youth performers. One weekend only! July 31st @ 7:00 Aug 1 @ 2:00 & 7:00 Aug 2 @ 2:00 Tickets available at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/cstarskids/oz
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Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful stage adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale, featuring the iconic musical score from the MGM film. Young Dorothy Gale is swept away by a tornado from her Kansas farm to the magical land of Oz. There, she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. To find her way home, she must journey along the Yellow Brick Road to see the mysterious and all-powerful Wizard in Emerald City. Along the way, she makes new friends, but must also brave many dangers, including the Wicked Witch of the West, who will stop at nothing to get her hands on Dorothy’s magical ruby slippers. To make it home safely, Dorothy must find wisdom, heart, and courage while learning an important lesson: there’s no place like home. Join CSTARS as we proudly present our 31st production with a talented cast of over 50 local youth performers. One weekend only! July 31st @ 7:00 Aug 1 @ 2:00 & 7:00 Aug 2 @ 2:00 Tickets available at https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/cstarskids/oz
🍻 Thursdays just got a whole lot cooler… Slide through to My Bar every Thursday night for some friendly competition and good vibes! Whether you’re lining up the perfect shot or just kicking back with a drink, our pool tournament is where the action’s at. 👉 Play. Watch. Cheer. Repeat. 👉 Bring your crew or make new rivals 😎 Don’t miss it — Thursdays = game night! 🎱🔥
Join us for the 21st season of the Angels Camp Farmers Market! Come shop local, enjoy great music, and celebrate community with us in Utica Park. Sponsored by the Angels Camp Business Association, the market returns to our beloved Utica Park with the same vibrant atmosphere our community has come to love—featuring local farm-fresh produce, artisan craft vendors, local wines, and live entertainment. Friday nights are a time for friends and neighbors to gather, while visitors to our area experience the charm of Angels Camp and create memories to cherish. We are also happy to welcome back our wonderful Market Manager, Emily Louise who brings together local farmers, artisans, and musicians to create the lively Friday night vibe in Angels Camp. Utica Park – Angels Camp Fridays, June 12 through September 25 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM
🍻 Thursdays just got a whole lot cooler… Slide through to My Bar every Thursday night for some friendly competition and good vibes! Whether you’re lining up the perfect shot or just kicking back with a drink, our pool tournament is where the action’s at. 👉 Play. Watch. Cheer. Repeat. 👉 Bring your crew or make new rivals 😎 Don’t miss it — Thursdays = game night! 🎱🔥
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The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee runs the third weekend of May at the Calaveras Fairgrounds (Frogtown), 2465 Gunclub Rd. It's a four-day fair: frog jumping contest, livestock, carnival rides, crafts, and live entertainment. The frog jump tradition started in 1928. See frogtown.org for current dates and tickets.
Mark Twain Medical Center, about 10 minutes north in San Andreas at 768 Mountain Ranch Rd. It's a Dignity Health / CommonSpirit facility. For same-day non-emergency care, Angels Camp Rapid Care is at 23 N Main St, run by Adventist Health Sonora.
Mike's Pizza Pasta and Ribs on South Main is the default for everyone, open since 1993 and ten-plus years of best-pizza wins. For something nicer, Camps Restaurant at Greenhorn Creek Resort does a seasonal California menu, and Golden Frog Bistro at 730 S Main is the local date-night spot.
About 10 to 12 minutes, 8.3 miles up Hwy 4. Angels Camp sits at 1,300 ft, Murphys at 2,400 ft. The two towns function as a pair: Angels Camp has the groceries, lumber, and medical care; Murphys has the tasting rooms and the walkable Main Street.
No. The closest Supercharger is in Copperopolis, about 15 minutes south at The Square at Copper Valley (100 Town Square Rd). 12 stalls, up to 250kW. Non-Tesla EVs need a NACS adapter. It's the only fast-charging on the corridor.
