2/28/2025    Auburn SRA

Western States Trail Hike

  • When: Friday February 28, 2025 at 09:00 AM
  • Where: Black Hole of Calcutta Falls Trailhead
  • Hike Description: Hike from the Confluence to Cool and back. Appx 7 total miles total and 1,100’ elevation. Up/down hills. Moderate difficulty. Easy pace. Lunch stop in Cool (restaurants available). We’ll enjoy beautiful meadows, wildflowers and stunning views of the American River. Come on over and join us on a wonderful nature hike. Meet at 9:00 AM at the “Access to Western States Trail” gate just south of the Hwy 49 bridge. Some free parking along Hwy 49 or find pay parking on the Auburn side of Hwy 49 bridge ($10 cash/credit card at the kiosk or free with state park pass). Bring water, snacks, sturdy trail shoes and essentials. No dogs, rain cancels, no need to RSVP.