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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
The trailhead is located a short distance from downtown Nevada City.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
The dirt path is well marked and maintained, and aside from a few areas, the trails are gradual in slope and great for most accessibility levels.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
The Angkula Seo Bridge connects the trailhead to the larger network of trails on the other side of Deer Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Many of these hikes are made accessible with the recent construction of the Angkula Seo Bridge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
The bridge is a family friendly feature that passes through the forest and over the serene pools of Deer Creek.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Hikers should be on the lookout for indigenous rock art in the area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Some - but not all - of the trail forks are marked by signs.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Views over the rolling hills of the landscape.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Much of the hike is through shaded stands of forest.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Hikers can customize their route on the network of footpaths to suit their own hiking wants.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Nisenan cultural areas along the hike.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
The Deer Creek Environs Trail reaches another trailhead.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Nisenan Loop Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
06/13/2024
Returning on the suspension bridge.