Shadow Glen Riding Stables to Rollingwood Bluffs

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Distance: 6.45 mi
Elevation gain: 413 ft
Technical difficulty: Moderate
Elevation loss: 413 ft
Max elevation: 348 ft
TrailRank: 36
Min elevation: 162 ft
Trail type: Loop

Moving time: 2 hours 25 minutes
Time: 3 hours 38 minutes
Coordinates: 1824
Uploaded: January 25, 2019
Recorded: January 2019

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near Natoma, California (United States)

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Itinerary description

Be prepared for 30% of this trail surface to consist of large rocks and cobblestones as we walk on trails thru the huge rock piles caused by past gold dredging. Mountain bikes have caused some rutting in areas. Other parts of the trail are soft dirt and/or gravel.

The first part of the hike, using the Middleridge Trail, offers views of the river and city that are amazing.

Trekking poles and high-topped hiking boots definitely suggested.

Waypoints

High up on the bluffs of the Middleridge Trail

Stunning views overlooking the river and the city.

Looking across the river to the Willow Creek Recreation Area

Eroded sandstone outcroppings overlooking Lake Natoma

Gristmill

I couldn't find any history on this though I've spoken to an old-timer who told me this was an old gristmill powered by the water canal built in the 1800's that started up in Auburn.

Trailsign for Snowberry Creek Trail

This sign is very hard to find hidden somewhat in the brambles plus the vandalism to it. It is right in front of a lovely pond.

Near the nesting site

First bulb flower of the season

What a delight!

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