Fiddletown
Fiddlin' Town
State: California
County: Amador County
Founded: 1849
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 2,000+
Fiddletown was named because Missouri miners spent evenings playing fiddle. In 1878, embarrassed residents renamed it 'Oleta.' In 1932, they changed it back. The Chew Kee Store (Chinese herb shop) is a landmark.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1 hour
Quick Facts
- Renamed then changed back
- Chew Kee Chinese store
- Missouri fiddlers
Location
Address: Fiddletown, CA
Coordinates: 38.5, -120.75