Explore Auburn - City Of Auburn, CA

The City of Auburn is considered one of the best places to live in Northern California. It's bordered by the beautiful American River Canyon and nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Located at the crossroads of I-80 and historic Highway 49, Auburn is the county seat of Placer County. The City encompasses approximately 7.5 square miles and has a population of 13,400. Situated at elevations between 1,000 and 1,400 feet, the surroundings offer incredible weather. From Auburn's origins as a mining camp in the 1850's, the city has emerged as a community of strong historic character, cultural enrichment, economic diversity and a destination point for year-round outdoor recreation. Memories of early history are being sustained by way of its museums and the preservation and renovation of its historic architecture. Auburn has gone from a quaint outpost for antiques to a vibrant town bubbling with young creative types. A new generation has moved in, and now the antiques stores mix with modern boutiques and award-winning breweries, wineries and restaurants. Auburn is committed to supporting the arts in the community, including public art, theatre, music, dance and the many local artists that exhibit their works in art galleries and businesses. One-of-a-kind shopping and dining experiences are offered in the four commercial business districts. Light industry is supported by the city's Airport Industrial Park and the Auburn Municipal Airport. The Auburn State Recreation Area offers pristine rivers and lakes for whitewater rafting and kayaking, boating and recreational fishing. The American River Canyon boasts miles of scenic trails, including equestrian and bike trails (6 of California's top 50 single track bike trails), running and hiking trails and areas to simply enjoy the beauty and serenity of the great outdoors. Auburn is home to two of the oldest endurance races - The Western States 100 Mile Run and the Tevis Cup, held each year.