River Pines, CA
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- 1,977 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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About River Pines
Tucked into the Sierra Nevada foothills along the South Fork of the Cosumnes River, River Pines is a quiet, wooded hamlet just a few miles north of Fiddletown. The town originally sprang up in the 1920s as a rustic summer resort where families came to swim, fish, and cool off under the canopy of ponderosa pines. Over the decades, those vacation cabins evolved into a relaxed year-round community of cozy homes scattered along the hillsides and riverbanks.
Today, River Pines offers a peaceful, tucked-away foothill lifestyle while keeping everyday conveniences within easy reach. Residents enjoy a slow-paced neighborhood feel with a local post office, a general store, and plenty of privacy among the trees. When you want dining, shopping, or a taste of Gold Country history, the nearby towns of Plymouth and Sutter Creek, along with the Shenandoah Valley wine region, are just a short drive down the road.
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