Fill up the gas tank, because there are some great reasons to go exploring beyond Angels Camp. They include California State Capitol in Sacramento Alto — an appealing road-trip destination just 62 miles away. Looking for another good reason to head there? Sacramento Zoo is also within close reach.

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Before you take to the road in Angels Camp, familiarize yourself with the traffic laws here. From rules about turning at red lights to cell phone regulations, here’s the lowdown:

In Angels Camp, you’ll have to keep on the right side. When traveling someplace new, it’s smart to rent a car with automatic transmission. That way, you can focus on the road ahead and save worrying about gear changes.

Getting a car space in Angels Camp isn’t always easy. That’s why many look for a hotel that has its own parking. When leaving the car around the city, pay close attention to the signage. Overstaying the permitted time limit could get you a substantial fine.

As the population of Angels Camp is about 2,700, you probably won’t have much trouble with traffic congestion. That being said, major roads generally get busy before and after work hours, so you may want to avoid driving during these times.

Speed limits vary around the city of Angels Camp, but usually range from 15mph to 70mph. Most residential areas have a maximum speed of 25mph unless stated otherwise.

In most cases, your rental car company will charge the fined amount to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may supply your contact details to local law enforcement agencies so they can issue a fine directly to you.

It’s illegal to use your cell phone while driving in Angels Camp, and you may also be fined for just holding a phone if you’re in control of a vehicle. However, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as your focus remains on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in Angels Camp is 0.08%. If you’re in the mood for a big night, leave your car behind and organize some other way of getting home instead.

Road rules in Angels Camp permit drivers at a red light to turn into the direction of traffic closest to them, without having to wait for it to turn green. Before making the maneuver, the car must stop completely and the driver must ensure the lane is clear before moving on.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts must be worn in Calaveras County.