Volcano
Civil War Cannon
State: California
County: Amador County
Founded: 1848
Abandoned: Semi-ghost
Peak Population: 5,000
Volcano built California's first cannon 'Old Abe' to defend against Confederate sympathizers. At 5,000 it had California's first library and debating society. About 125 remain. The historic hotel dates to 1863.
Plan Your Visit
Best Time: Year-round
Difficulty: Easy
Time Needed: 1-2 hours
Quick Facts
- Civil War cannon
- First library
- 1863 hotel
Location
Address: Volcano, CA
Coordinates: 38.45, -120.6333