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Calaveras County was one of the original counties of California, created in 1850
at the time of statehood. Parts of the county's territory were given to Amador
County in 1854 and to Alpine County in 1864.
The Spanish word calaveras means "skulls." This county takes its name from
the Calaveras River which was reportedly so designated by Spanish explorer
Gabriel Moraga when he found, on the banks of the stream, many skulls of
Native Americans who had either died of famine or had been killed in tribal
conflicts over hunting and fishing grounds.
Calaveras County is not without historical significance. Mark Twain spent many
of his writing years there. Its geography features beautiful landmarks, rolling
hills, and giant valleys. It is also know for its friendly communities, and
businesses such as agriculture management and construction engineering.
It is filled with caverns that attract tourists from around the country