Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 15:02 by mattmc
This is a fairly simple trail, used by riders to get from the Connector trail head down to the Confluence trail. This trail is fast, with some tight single track and an amazing view of the American River canyon.
Trail head: Off of Clementine Rd., across from the Connector trail head.
Elevation Gain: -200 ft
Length: 1.07 miles
Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 14:41 by mattmc
This loop combines two trails: Connector and the Foresthill Divide Loop. Simply start at the Connector trail head, located off of Clementine Rd., and head out on the Connector. Once you reach the end of Connector, you can either head to the left or the right on to the Foresthill Divide Loop.
Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 10:53 by mattmc
The Manzanita trail is a true gem! It is to be ridden in the downhill direction, and consists of tight single track, technical rocky sections with drops and a few short, but steep uphills to keep you paying attention. The trail has excellent flow and beautiful views of the Confluence as you get closer to its end, which intersects at the Stagecoach trail.
Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 10:48 by mattmc
The Stagecoach trail can be ridden in either direction, starting off of Russel Rd. in Auburn, or at the Confluence on Old Foresthill Rd. at the North fork or the American River. This trail is typically ridden by starting in Auburn and is used to access other trails such as Mossy Rock. Many riders will also start here in order to ride down to the Confluence and up Clementine as a way to lengthen their rides and end with a nice climb.
Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 10:42 by mattmc
The Confluence trail is a downhill trail, with tight single track, jumps and rocks to ride. The trail rides high above the American River from the OHV park down to the Confluence. If you're afraid of heights, this trail may not be for you - there is some exposure along the trail with a drop off to your left side! This trail is most commonly accessed from the Connector parking area on Clementine Rd. Riders will either ride to it from the Culvert or Stonewall trail, and many do it as a dedicated shuttle ride.
Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 10:38 by mattmc
The Culvert trail starts just above the Connector trail head off of Clementine Rd. You access Culvert by heading up the trail called Fuel Break, which is a fairly easy half mile climb, followed by a quarter mile of downhill. At this point, you turn to the left and head downward! The Culvert trail is all downhill and littered with jumps and technical features. The trail gets its name from the Culvert it uses to go under Foresthill Rd. This trail is fast and fun!
Posted Fri, 11/20/2009 - 10:30 by mattmc
The Clementine trail starts at the Confluence of the North fork of the American River. This trail makes a great connection between the Stagecoach and Connector trails, or a great place to start a ride. Starting at the Confluence means a long climb at the start, regardless of which direction you head; however, it also means a nice descent to finish off your epic.
Posted Tue, 11/10/2009 - 11:01 by mattmc
This well maintained loop offers some beautiful views of Lake Clementine and both the North Fork (NF) and Middle Fork (MF) American River. Straddling the Foresthill Divide at elevations ranging from 1600 to 1900 feet, it provides a diversity of flora as it passes through all four American River Canyon eco-systems: yellow pine forest, foothill woodland, riparian woodland, and chaparral.
Posted Tue, 11/10/2009 - 09:26 by mattmc
This fairly level trail is the latest one to open in the Auburn State Recreation Area (Sept 2003). It connects Lake Clementine Road to the Forest-hill Divide Loop Trail, meandering through areas of chemise and foothill woodlands on the south side of the canyon above Lake Clementine.
This loop combines multiple trails in the Auburn State Recreation Area. In order of the loop, the trails are: 