Most participants in the California gold rush left the state within a few months.

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Many participants in the California Gold Rush, known as "forty-niners," actually stayed in California after the initial gold rush period, contributing to the state's rapid population growth and economic development. While some did leave after failing to find gold or making their fortunes, a significant number remained to settle and help establish California as a thriving state.

Most Participants in the California Gold Rush Left the State