Beacroft Trail
DESCRIPTION:
Another miner’s trail that is better going down than up. But not by much as your knees and rubbery legs will remind you by the mid-point down. In fact, since there are alternatives, avoid coming up Beacroft if you can. The route is not recommended for horses. Nor would I drag a boat down this trail as some have done (see Whitewater article). Try Mumford or Sailor Flat Trails
| Miles | Elevation Range | Options |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 5460’-2860’ |
|
DIRECTIONS:
To Beacroft Trail
See Auburn State Recreation Area Map and North Fork American River (West & East) Maps.
From Auburn (F on Auburn State Recreation Area Map) take Foresthill exit off I-80, follow Foresthill Road 17 miles east to Foresthill. Continue on paved Foresthill Divide Road east from Foresthill staying left and following signs. Drive 19 miles east to the signed trailhead and parking. The trailhead is on the left (north) via a short spur road.
Topographic Map: Duncan Peak.
ACTIVITIES:
Equestrian Trail Riding (Rating: Poor)
Not recommended for horse use due to the steep gradient and loose rock in the tread.
Hiking: Dayhikes (Rating: Poor)
This trail plunges nearly straight down. It's usable, but hard on the legs and knees. There's lots of loose rock in the tread.
