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Salmon Falls Boat Ramp

Salmon Falls Rafting Ramp (also known as Skunk Hollow) is a public boat ramp located on the South Fork American River near Folsom Lake in El Dorado County, accessible via Salmon Falls Road in Folsom.

This takeout point is situated on the upstream side of the Salmon Falls Bridge on river right and serves as the primary exit for rafters completing "The Gorge" section of the South Fork American River.

Contact California State Parks at (916) 988-0513 for current conditions and facility information.


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