Sutter's Fort-History

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Sutter's Fort

2701 L St, Sacramento, CA 95816-5613 - Map

Originally built in 1839, the fort is symbolic of the Gold Rush era in California. It is equipped with 12 cannons and a jail. Costumed docents re-enact living history as mountain men, traders, trappers and blacksmiths in Sacramento. View replicas of covered wagons or watch while docents make handicrafts. A self-guided audio tour is a good way to experience all this Sacramento fort has to offer. Admission to Sutter's Fort is USD1 for 16 and older; under 16 is free.

Open Hours: 10am-5pm daily

Phone: 1 916 445 4422

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