Columbia State Historic Park is an old gold-rush town with plenty of things to see. Lots of shops and restaurants. If you have kids, this is a history lesson made fun. Best if yet, entrance to the town is free.

I had no idea that this was almost the state capitol instead of Sacramento! I'm glad it isn't because I love the quaint old town it is today. I learned that the movie High Noon was filmed up here and now I need to rent the movie to see it. I loved the feel of just walking the street and... More

This is a neat little place. The historic downtown is worth a visit. It is neat seeing the the way things used to be done and made. You can wander around and see the different stores, and see an old west town in the flesh.

Not what I expected but still interesting. We should have taken the guided tour and learned the history. The museums were interesting with each building showing in pictures and artifacts with descriptions telling the history of the town and of the building. Some of the buildings where away from the center of town so wear comfortable shoes. Worth going to... More

No matter your age this is a fun activity if you are in the area. Good food, good history and neat activities like candle making, antique bowling and horse and buggy rides. Pet and family friendly, but I went on a date. Lots of stuff to do nearby.

Columbia State Historic Park is well worth a visit, whether you are young or old. Kids love this place. There's lots for to do: pan for gold, ride the stage coach, or watch the activity around town. The "townsfolk" are dressed for the goldrush days. Adults will enjoy the historical displays and poking around in the shops. Everyone can enjoy... More

Columbia state park is great for kids. Weekends are the time to go though. Alot of things are closed during the week. It is an old time mining town, where the kids can actually go mining, and the folks can watch. They have alot of shops to look thru, and a few places to eat. The Candy shop is awesome.... More

Columbia State Park is a great place to reflect on the gold rush days. It is rich in history with much to see and do. There are many small shops that remind of how the old west was. Many good restaurants and a great theater for live plays. I highly recommend this as a solo, couples or family outing.

We live nearby, so take the grandkids to Columbia a lot! Their favorite thing to do is to hit the St. Charles Saloon (which recently changed names, but not all that much else except for the introduction of some really tasty microbrews on draft from a Modesto brewery) & drink sarsaparillas & eat peanuts & toss the shells onto the... More