The fast-paced contingent starts up the hill
View of the expanse of the Ranch
The group pauses for a break
The lollypop tree up close
Hike leader Fred Crofut
A pause at the trail extension
Lunch break near the edge of the river
South Fork of the American River near the lunch stop
Panoramic view of the South Fork
Cronin Ranch contains many of these interesting rock formations
South Fork - looking upstream
A stop at the old himestead cabin