{"id":14493,"date":"2026-02-25T11:58:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-25T11:58:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.legitgambling.com\/news\/?p=14493"},"modified":"2026-02-25T11:58:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-25T11:58:59","slug":"acorn-ridge-casino-opens-after-decades-of-delays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.legitgambling.com\/news\/acorn-ridge-casino-opens-after-decades-of-delays\/","title":{"rendered":"Acorn Ridge Casino Opens After Decades of Delays"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.legitgambling.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rendering-of-acorn-ridge-casino-in-california.jpg\" alt=\"Rendering of Acorn Ridge Casino in California \" title=\"Acorn Ridge Casino Opens After Decades of Delays\" width=\"300\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-14494\" \/><strong>Summary:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Acorn Ridge Casino opened in Plymouth with 400+ slot machines and table games after decades of legal delays.<\/li>\n<li>The Ione Band of Miwok Indians developed the $110 million, 60,000-square-foot property.<\/li>\n<li>The project moved forward after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the final legal challenge in 2024.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A long-awaited <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legitgambling.com\/us\/states\/california\">casino project in Northern California<\/a> has finally turned into a palpable reality, as the brand new <strong>Acorn Ridge Casino<\/strong> opened its doors Tuesday morning in the small city of Plymouth. <\/p>\n<p>The grand opening ceremony marked a major milestone for the <strong>Ione Band of Miwok Indians<\/strong> after more than 20 years of legal fights, planning, and setbacks.<\/p>\n<p>The casino is located on the Oak Ridge Inn property and features more than 400 slot machines, along with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.legitgambling.com\/blog\/five-best-casino-games-for-absolute-beginners\">casino table games<\/a> such as blackjack, baccarat, and four-card poker. Guests will also find food and drink options, including the Stonecreek Kitchen restaurant and Old Roots Bar, plus outdoor areas designed for entertainment and events.<\/p>\n<p>On its website, the casino describes itself as a place <\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Designed to feel open, airy and effortlessly enjoyable. From gaming and dining to live entertainment, this is your new go-to place for good times and great company.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>The tribe explained its mission is to represent, serve, and \u201c<em>ensure<\/em>\u201d its future by protecting its \u201c<em>culture and history, building and maintaining the tribe\u2019s trust, acting as stewards of the land, and managing resources<\/em>\u201d.<\/p>\n<div style=\"position:relative;height:0;padding-bottom:56.25%\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wbuDuALFAwA?rel=0&amp;showinfo=0?ecver=2\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" frameborder=\"0\" style=\"position:absolute;width:100%;height:100%;left:0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>After a Long Battle<\/h2>\n<p>The project faced years of opposition and legal challenges over whether the land could be placed into federal trust. That <strong>fight ended in 2024 when the US Supreme Court rejected the final challenge<\/strong>, clearing the way for construction and opening.<\/p>\n<p>The casino is a large investment for the region. The 60,000-square-foot facility was built as part of a $110 million partnership with Gaming and Leisure Properties Inc. <\/p>\n<p>Tribal officials say they hope the casino will bring jobs, tourism, and new energy to Amador County, located about 35 miles from Sacramento.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acornridgecasino.com\">Acorn Ridge<\/a> is proud to invest in the place we call home. Through local partnerships and charitable efforts, we\u2019re committed to supporting the community and helping it thrive.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summary: Acorn Ridge Casino opened in Plymouth with 400+ slot machines and table games after decades of legal delays. The Ione Band of Miwok Indians developed the $110 million, 60,000-square-foot property. The project moved forward after the U.S. Supreme Court rejected the final legal challenge in 2024. 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