Calaveras County is located in the Sierra Nevada region of California. It is known for its beautiful landscapes, including mountains, rivers, and forests. The county is home to the famous Calaveras Big Trees State Park, which features giant sequoias, some of the largest trees in the world. The county has a rich history, including a gold rush in the mid-1800s that attracted many settlers. Today, Angels Camp is a popular town in the area, known for its connection to the story of The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County by Mark Twain.