Auburn Magazine

OP3 Places to view
HIDDEN FALLS RECREATION AREA
30 miles of multi-use trails.
DESCRIPTION
Hidden Falls offers approximately 30 miles of
multiple-use trails for hiking, running, biking and
equestrian riding, two observation decks for viewing
the 30 +/- foot waterfalls, riparian habitat along
several creeks, unimproved picnic areas, swimming
areas and fishing access. Engaging interpretive panels
are mounted at various spots along the trails, and
provide valuable information on the local flora and
fauna within the Park. There are sweeping views
of the Sacramento Valley to the Sutter Buttes and
beyond, as well as plenty of open space for enjoying
quiet time in a pristine outdoor environment.
LAKE CLEMENTINE TRAIL
Distance: 1.9 miles; 1 hour each way (hiking)
Difficulty: Easy
DESCRIPTION
This easy trail is ideal for a panoramic hike along
the North Fork American River, much of it in the
shade of conifers and oaks and in close proximity to
riparian flora and chaparral. Several side trails lead
down to the river, the last one descending to a deep
pool beneath the North Fork Dam where spectacular
views of water cascading over the dam can be seen.
STEVENS TRAIL
Distance: 3.2 miles to river; 1½ hours down, 3 hours
up (hiking)
Difficulty: Easy down, moderate up
DESCRIPTION
This very well maintained trail is one of the most
popular hiking and biking routes to the North Fork
American River, in part because of its easy access
from Colfax. However, this is a remote trail, and
hikers are advised to carry a whistle or hike with a
friend. The trail passes through oak, laurel, douglas
fir, and huge stands of manzanita. The wildflower
displays here are rarely matched elsewhere in ASRA,
particularly during April and May. Take plenty
of water and use caution, as the trail is hot during
summer months and steep at times with narrow
passages. Poison Oak can be found along much of
the trail.
Most of the photos that you see on these two pages are taken deep in the wilderness
that take multi-day hikes traveling in conditions that are very much not ideal.
The two photographers are some of my favorite on Instagram and I highly recommend
that you take a moment to follow them. Their work inspires me daily and I
am overwhelmed that they trusted me to share their pictures with you. See most
publications would reveal the location even against the photographers request. If
you look at the Top three areas we suggested you are going to find Waterfalls &
Wildflowers. Photos by Kyle Hines, Instagram - krh.images his macro work is incredible,
Joe Dondelinger, also the cover photo, Instagram - joe_dondelinger his milky
ways are always among my favorites, Jeremy Burke - I have a few in here as well to
fill in the blanks. Enjoy. 9