Sutter Creek (California) facts for kids
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Sutter Creek in downtown Sutter Creek
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| Main source | 38°29′56″N 120°32′14″W / 38.4987973°N 120.5371482°W |
| River mouth | 38°21′35″N 120°59′35″W / 38.3596355°N 120.9929972°W |
Sutter Creek is a stream in the U.S. state of California. A stream is like a small river. This stream is about 32 miles (51 kilometers) long. It flows into another stream called Dry Creek.
How Sutter Creek Got Its Name
Sutter Creek was named after a man named John Sutter. He was a very important person during the California Gold Rush.
Who Was John Sutter?
John Sutter was an early settler in California. He arrived in the area in 1848. This was right when gold was discovered nearby. He became a central figure during the Gold Rush. Many people came to California hoping to find gold.
The California Gold Rush
The California Gold Rush was a time from 1848 to 1855. Thousands of people rushed to California. They came from all over the world. They wanted to find gold and get rich. This event changed California a lot. It led to a huge increase in population. It also helped California become a state.
