Acorn Ridge Casino opens in Plymouth

The new 60,000-square-foot casino features 484 slots, 12 table games, and farm-to-fork dining.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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The Ione Band of Miwok Indians has officially opened the Acorn Ridge Casino in Plymouth, California. The 60,000-square-foot property includes 484 slot machines, 12 table games, an outdoor entertainment venue, and a flagship restaurant called Stone Creek Kitchen that offers a farm-to-fork dining experience.

Why it matters

The opening of Acorn Ridge Casino represents economic independence and new opportunities for the Ione Band of Miwok Indians, as well as a new entertainment and dining destination for residents and visitors to Amador County's wine country and foothill communities.

The details

Acorn Ridge Casino was developed by the Ione Band of Miwok Indians in partnership with Sierra Entertainment. The casino features a light and airy design inspired by the natural beauty of Amador County, and allows guests to move between indoor and outdoor spaces. In addition to the slots and table games, the property includes an outdoor entertainment venue and dining options like the flagship Stone Creek Kitchen restaurant, Old Roots Bar, and mobile beverage carts.

  • Acorn Ridge Casino officially opened to the public on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

The players

Ione Band of Miwok Indians

The Native American tribe that developed the Acorn Ridge Casino in partnership with Sierra Entertainment.

Sara Dutschke

Chairperson of the Ione Band of Miwok Indians.

Jake Zaneta

General Manager of Acorn Ridge Casino.

Sierra Entertainment

The entertainment company that partnered with the Ione Band of Miwok Indians to develop Acorn Ridge Casino.

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What they’re saying

“Acorn Ridge Casino is the realization of years of hard work, perseverance and vision by our Tribe. This casino represents economic independence, new opportunities for our people and a place where we can welcome our neighbors and visitors in a beautiful and unique entertainment destination.”

— Sara Dutschke, Chairperson of the Ione Band of Miwok Indians (abc10.com)

“From the moment our guests arrive, our goal is to offer them an experience that feels familiar in the best way. Something unique to Acorn Ridge is our light and airy design, which was inspired by the natural beauty and rural character of Amador County.”

— Jake Zaneta, General Manager of Acorn Ridge Casino (abc10.com)

What’s next

The casino is opening fully staffed and is expected to generate economic growth for the Amador County region.

The takeaway

The opening of Acorn Ridge Casino represents a significant economic and cultural milestone for the Ione Band of Miwok Indians, providing them with economic independence and new opportunities while also serving as a unique entertainment destination for the local community and visitors to Amador County's wine country.