North Fork American River
Experience Placer’s natural beauty at this beautiful river canyon.
Visitors of the North Fork of the American River often immediately fall in love with the awe-inspiring river canyon, a romantic and scenic look into the beauty of Placer County’s wilderness. Best known for its thrilling class IV and V whitewater rapids, the North Fork also offers hiking trails and fishing for those who want a more relaxed experience.
- Website https://www.theamericanriver.com/rivers/north-fork-american-river/
- Best Feature (TM) Hiking trails and exciting whitewater rapids
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Truckee River Wildlife Area
Truckee, CATruckee, CAThe Truckee River Wildlife Area was designated as a wildlife area by the Fish and Game Commission in 1996. It includes five units (Canyon, Union Ice, Boca, Polaris, and West River) that total approximately 5,300 acres.
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Meeks Bay Resort
Tahoma, CA7941 Emerald Bay Road, Tahoma, CA 96142The resort offers direct beach access, a grill-style restaurant and parking. Recreational facilities include boat and bike rentals, beach volleyball, lake tours and fishing, along with hiking trails.
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Windy Point Trail
Colfax, CAIowa Hill Road, Colfax, CA 95713This short but challenging trail affords some spectacular views of the North Fork Canyon and when timing is right a spectacular wildflower display.
