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April 28, 2026
Pennyweight Falls Trail: Hiking to a Hidden Waterfall Near Colfax
Pennyweight Falls is one of those Placer County waterfalls that’s often overlooked for other...
April 27, 2026
Codfish Falls Trail: Auburn SRA Waterfall Hike
Codfish Falls Trail is one of the easier waterfall hikes in Auburn State Recreation Area, but the...
April 21, 2026
Hidden Falls Regional Park Guide: Trails, Waterfall, Parking, and What to Know Before You Go
If you want a Northern California park that feels both easy to reach and surprisingly wild, Hidden...
April 20, 2026
Rockbound Trail Near Wrights Lake: Guide to the Trailhead, Hikes, Fees, Permits, and What to Expect
Rockbound Trail is one of the more challenging Desolation Wilderness routes in the Crystal Basin as...
April 20, 2026
Twin Lakes Trail Near Wrights Lake: Complete Hiking Guide, Fees, Permits, and What to Expect
Twin Lakes Trail is one of the most popular trailheads in the entire Crystal Basin. Located near...
April 18, 2026
Union Valley Reservoir: Crystal Basin’s Biggest Lake and Things To Do
Union Valley Reservoir is one of those Sierra lakes that feels like it was built for the perfect...
April 18, 2026
Gerle Creek Reservoir: A Quiet Crystal Basin Lake for Fishing, Paddling, and Relaxing
Gerle Creek Reservoir is one of the quieter corners of the Crystal Basin, and that is a big part of...
April 16, 2026
Ice House Reservoir: A Crystal Basin Escape with Classic Sierra Scenery
If you want a Sierra reservoir that still feels like a true mountain getaway, Ice House Reservoir...
April 28, 2026
Pennyweight Falls Trail: Hiking to a Hidden Waterfall Near Colfax
Pennyweight Falls is one of those Placer County waterfalls that’s often overlooked for other...
April 27, 2026
Codfish Falls Trail: Auburn SRA Waterfall Hike
Codfish Falls Trail is one of the easier waterfall hikes in Auburn State Recreation Area, but the...
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