Double Springs was founded on February 18, 1850, two years after the start of the California Gold Rush.

In 1852 by popular vote, Mokelumne Hill was able to become the County seat until 1866 when it move to San Andreas.

The Double Springs was in what is called the California Mother Lode mining region.

The Double Springs old courthouse was built in 1849, and was moved, its original spot is now rural land.

A foundation mark was placed at the site of the old courthouse, installed by the Calaveras Chamber of Commerce.