“COOL HIKE” - Hike from the Confluence in Auburn to Cool

Thursday, November 16, 2023

DIFFICULTY: Moderate

ELEVATION GAIN: 1000 feet.  The trail is nicely sloped so that there are no long steep stretches.

HIKE DISTANCE (Total): 7 miles

GENERAL LOCATION: Trailhead near the confluence of the Middle and South Forks of the American River at “No Hands Bridge”

DESCRIPTION: The trail goes through many different vegetation types.  We’ll see two beautiful little waterfalls that are easy to cross. (Unfortunately dry this time of year.)  The trail ends in a broad meadow at the historic town of Cool, where we will have lunch.  The return will be on the same trail with a different perspective of the terrain.  There is one major overlook of the Middle Fork of the American River along the way.

LUNCH:   You can either bring a lunch (picnic tables available) or there are choices for Mexican food, burgers, salads, sandwiches, etc.

TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: Travel time to the trailhead is approximately 35 minutes.  Return to Lincoln Hills around 2 PM.  A contribution of $5.00 to the driver is recommended. 

HIKE LEADER/SWEEP:  Bruce Quick/ Tom Denzler

SPECIAL NOTES:

     FACILITIES AVAILABLE: There are porta-potties at the trailhead.
 
     PREPARATION FOR HIKE: Old hiking boots because of mud, poles, and layered clothing.  Wear long pants and shirt sleeves not only because it may be cold but also because of poison oak along the trail.

     RISKS: Possible mud and poison oak.

     QUESTIONS: Call Bruce Quick at 916-224-5010 or email:  brucewquick@gmail.com

Meeting Time:   8:45 AM – Leave for hike at 9 AM

 
DRIVING DIRECTIONS