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Quarry Trail Access

Quarry Trail Access provides parking and trailhead access off Highway 49 near the confluence of the North and Middle Forks of the American River, approximately 5 miles south of Auburn. The wide, level trail follows an old Gold Rush-era flume route for 5.

6 miles along the Middle Fork American River at approximately 700' elevation, offering easy access to the river with multiple pull-over spots and remnants of historic limestone mining operations.

Limited parking is available in a small lot with a $10 fee and basic restroom facilities; the trail is open to hikers, mountain bikers (Class 1 e-bikes permitted), and horses.


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