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The ultimate adventure guide
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
Parking is immediately before Edwards Crossing Bridge at a couple of wide pull outs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
Edwards Crossing Bridge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
After crossing the bridge, an unmarked trail heads left.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
The unmarked trail at the bridge's northwestern end.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
The trail to Spring Creek keeps a generally level course, however washouts and root systems can create some technical terrain.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
Spring Creek makes for some good exploring and has several picturesque cascades along its course.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
The South Yuba River trees can take on a colorful appearance.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
A large manzanita tree marks a flat area great for picnicking or hanging out near Spring Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
The South Yuba River alternates between rapids, falls, and deep, slow moving pools perfect for jumping into.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
Spring Creek falls 20 feet just before flowing into the South Yuba River.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
08/05/2018
The falls at the end of the Spring Creek hiking trail.