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American River Confluence to Lake Clementine

Auburn California Hikes

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American River Confluence to Lake Clementine - Auburn California Hikes

Contrasting dynamics and a wild-river canyon take center stage on this hike. You’ll encounter raging rapids, soothing pools, a loud waterfall at a dam, and a tranquil lake. Start near the confluence of the north and middle forks of the American River, and follow the North Fork’s deep and rocky canyon journey where it is interrupted by serene Lake Clementine. This 3.5-mile-long lake was formed when the 155-foot high dam was finished in 1939. The dam was built as a debris-catching device to protect bridges downstream. Fishing is good, and you may see mountain bikers and horseback riders. Leashed dogs are allowed on area trails.

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Trail Statistics & Information

Activity Type: Hiking
Nearby City: Auburn
Length: 6 total miles
Elevation Gain: 300 feet
Trail Type: Out-and-back
Skill Level: Easy
Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Season: Year-round
Top Elevation: 1,200 feet
Other Uses: Horses, mountain bikers, dogs
Local Contacts: Auburn State Recreation Area
Local Maps: Auburn State Recreation Area Map
Topo Map: American River Confluence to Lake Clementine Topographic Map
Guide Book: 100 Hikes in the San Francisco Bay Area Guide Book
Driving Directions: View Guide
Trail Directions: View Guide
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Recent Trail Reviews

Jim Rating:
Date of Trip: 6/15/2008
0 Props
Nice trail but dogs are not allowed in the Clementine Park. We had to turn…
gretchen Rating:
Date of Trip: 7/29/2006
0 Props
The trail is has changed from the description given. The last part of the…

Weather Conditions

  1. Today
    Mostly sunny. Highs 47 to 57.

  2. Tonight
    Partly cloudy. A slight chance of rain after midnight. Lows 35 to 43.

  3. Sunday
    Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of rain showers. Highs 49 to 59.

  4. Sunday Night
    Mostly clear. Lows 35 to 44.

About This Trail Guide

100 Hikes in the San Francisco Bay Area
100 Hikes in the San Francisco Bay Area

by Marc J. Soares (The Mountaineers Books)

Hidden within and around the congested Bay Area is a diverse array of often surprisingly remote hiki…

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