4th Sabbath in Nature: May 25, 2013

May 25, 2013 Join us this Sabbath at 3pm we are meeting at the Salmon Falls bridge to walk the Darringer Trail.

Bring your good walking shoes, water, sunblock, snacks, water, camera, kids and high spirits.

Salmon Falls is part of the Auburn State Recreation Area, 530.885.4527. This trail is suited for all levels as long as the beginners ride very carefully and walk some of the more technical sections, the most technical being the first mile!  

From Sacramento, head east on US-50 to El Dorado Hills Exit.Go North on El Dorado Hills Blvd. for 4 miles until you reach Green Valley Rd. Across which will be Salmon Falls Rd for about 6 miles.You will cross the Salmon Falls Bridge and the trail head is out of the parking lot on the left. If you park in any of the paved lots pay the $2.00 fee just past Salmon Falls Bridge on either side of the road.  The trail leaves from the North end of the parking lot that is on the American River side of the road. 

Trail Facts:
Location: East of Sacramento near El Dorado Hills at Salmon Falls Bridge and the South Fork of the American River
Distance: 16-20 miles
Difficulty: Moderate strenuous, mildly technical
Skill Level: Intermediate/Advanced
Elevation: 500′ gain/loss
Ride Type: Out & back
Trail Type: Single track & Fire Roads

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