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.

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    Old Foresthill Road, Auburn, CA 95603
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  • Grouse Falls Trail

    Grouse Falls Trail

    Foresthill, CA

    The deep, rugged canyons of this area remind us of the hard work and remote life of the early miners who lived and worked in many of the drainages of the area.

    32507 Mosquito Ridge Road, Foresthill, CA 95631