Guides
Walk along the river where the historic railway once traveled and end up at a stunning amphitheater of carved limestone
This great hike along the Middle Fork of the American River ends in a spectacular amphitheater of sheer limestone walls rising around you. Enjoy the natural beauty of the American river canyon and also pass by an enormous cave that was the site of both paleontologic excavations and more mining activities. Learn about the plants and animals present...
Take an interpretive walk along Folsom Lake to learn about the plants and animals in the area
If you are looking for an easy hike with great views of the lake and a wonderful introduction to the area's plants and animals this is the hike for you. As you walk along the trail look out for the many interpretive stops, each of which explain an important element that helps make up this wonderful area. Learn about the Galls on the giant oak trees,...
Enjoy a 2.3-mile hike in the hills above historical Coloma in Marshall Gold Discovery Historical State Park
This nice hike starts on the other side of Hwy 49 from the parking lot ($8 for day use) and is a nice introduction to some history of the area. The trail is fairly steep at the beginning but will soon level out and become more enjoyable. You can bring a lunch and stop at one of the two picnic tables along the trail to enjoy the views and listen...
Enjoy views of the Middle Fork American River Canyon on this easy walk across the historic arched cement bridge
This short walk brings you up to and then across the Mountain Quarries RailRoad Bridge, which was the longest concrete arch railroad bridge in the world when it was built in 1912. Enjoy great views of the Middle Fork American River Canyon and marvel at what was a fantastic feat of construction for its time. The triple span bridge was built by the...
7.5 mile trail near Colfax, California
Stevens Trail is about 7.5 miles long located near Colfax, California. The trail is great for hiking and normally takes a half day. It is very scenic, rich in history and is on the National Register of Historic places. Built by Truman Allen Stevens it was used as a toll road for miners that needed to get from the mining town of Iowa Hill to the railroad...
4.6 mile trail near Auburn, California
Lake Clementine Loop Via Trail & Unmarked Riverbank Route is about 4.6 miles long and located near Bowman, California. The trail is great for hiking and normally takes 1-3 hours. This route take the easy trail from the old forest hill bridge underneath the new forest hill bridge to the Lake Clementine dam. The return route is somewhat strenuous...
4.6 mile trail near Grass Valley, California
Fairy Falls & Dry Creek Loop is about 4.6 miles long and located near Beale Air Force Base and Grass Valley, California. The trail is great for hiking and normally takes 1-4 hours. The two large waterfalls at the end of the hike make this moderately easy trek well worth the time. The trail traverses through forests and meadows. The trail is especially...
12.4 mile trail near Newcastle, California
A great hike along the American River North Fork. We parked at the end of Rattlesnake Rd prior to the gate and dropped another car off Hwy 49 just after it crosses the American Ricer North Fork. The trail starts with the Pioneer Express Trail and then follows the Western States Trail. We took a couple of sidetracks to the river and bushwhacked back...
1.1 mile trail near Lotus, California
This little gem of a trail highlights not only some of the wonderful flora of the area, but a little of the gold mining history as well.
1.6 mile trail near Sabre City, California
Dry Creek Bike Path is about 1.6 miles long and located near Sabre City, California. The trail is great for walking and normally takes 1 hour or less. A nice a paved bike path for walking and bicycling.
Trips
Eric Peach was nice enough to lead us on an interpretive walk of the Quarry Trail in Auburn State Recreation Area. During this 3.5-mile round-trip hike he explained the history of the quarry and the area, native plants and wildlife, and answered our many questions about the Quarry and its history.
Hike to Mountain Quarries Railroad Bridge
Auburn State Recreation Area, California, United States
Hiking | 0.5 miles (2.4 miles away)
Hiking | 0.5 miles (2.4 miles away)
This short hike takes you from Hwy 49 across the Mountain Quarries Railroad Bridge, which was used to carry rocks from the quarry away from the canyon where they could be further refined. The hike is short but the views of the river below are well worth it. Be sure to check cracks in the concrete for signs of the twisted steel technique used for this bridge.
Robie Point Fire Break towards Confluence
Auburn, California, United States
Hiking | 4.0 miles (1.0 miles away)
Hiking | 4.0 miles (1.0 miles away)
Great hike. Our first time on this trail. We took a left at 0.5 mi onto the Western States Trail which heads down to the river and back towards the Confluence. The WST down was steep coming back up but there are plenty of wide spots to pull over and rest.This appears to be a popular trail for runners and equestrians so keep the dogs on a leash.We can't wait to do this trail...
Dayhike with T136
Training Hill Tr/Pig Farm Tr Loop
Auburn, California, United States
Hiking | 2.9 miles (2.3 miles away)
Hiking | 2.9 miles (2.3 miles away)
Steep climb up Training Hill Tr from American River Confluence towards Cool. Pig Farm Tr is an easy down hill finish to this loop.
I could sleep one morning so I headed out at 5am to hike.
Training hill trail, Stagecoach trail
Auburn, California, United States
Hiking | 8.0 miles (2.4 miles away)
Hiking | 8.0 miles (2.4 miles away)
ASRA With Sahara, Mom, And Dreya
Bowman, California, United States
Hiking | 2.9 miles (2.4 miles away)
Hiking | 2.9 miles (2.4 miles away)
