Near Acorn Creek Trail
This gate is a good landmark when looking for the Acorn Trail junction just downhill and left of here (north and west).
Near Acorn Creek Trail
Acorn Creek Trailhead information sign.

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Hike Trail

Acorn Creek Trail

3.3 (3 Ratings)
1
mi
Distance
261
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFamily FriendlyWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
$5 self registered parking fee.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.98mi
Distance
261ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
40%
Max Grade
910ft
High Point
648ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The newly opened (2018) Acorn Creek Trail connects to the South Fork American River Trail at a metal gate one mile in. It follows the seasonal upper Skunk Creek up the canyon. From there, one can return downhill, or connect to other locations, near or far. The trail is wide and shared by foot, bike, and horse traffic.

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Contributors
Justin Johnsen