El Dorado County, California is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is one of the original 27 counties of California, having been created in 1850. The county seat is Placerville and the largest city is El Dorado Hills. The area was named for the mythical “Lost City of Gold” by miners in 1848.

El Dorado County is home to the famous Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in the country, and the Eldorado National Forest. The county is also home to several wineries, many recreational opportunities, and some of the best hiking trails in the state.

The county government is composed of five supervisors and a county executive officer, who are elected by the citizens of the county.

The county government is responsible for providing services to the citizens of the county, such as law enforcement, fire protection, health services, and public works. The county also provides social services, such as food stamps, housing assistance, and community development.

The county is also home to many state parks, including Auburn State Recreation Area, Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, and Eldorado National Forest. El Dorado County also has a number of golf courses, ski resorts, and other recreational opportunities.

The county is home to several colleges and universities, including Sierra College and Cal State University, Sacramento. There are also many private and public schools in the county.

The economy of El Dorado County is primarily based on tourism, agriculture, and the service industry. The main industries in the county are health care, education, hospitality, and retail.

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