![]() Joseph's Hill Preserve, go to the right to access the other trails in the preserve. The diverting dam where the water was diverted into the 37 mile flume line to the El Cajon valley was finished in 1888. Passing through a small gate that prevents mountain bikers from accessing the trail, the trail cuts to the left and meets up with the Jones Trail.Īt this point, you can turn around and retrace your steps back to your car, or take a left on the Jones Trail and descend back to Novitiate Park. Utilizing another switchback, the trail opens up a little bit and views of Highway 17 and the surrounding hills spread out before you. Although this hike begins on level ground, you’ll quickly turn a corner and begin your descent of some 800 feet to the riverbed below. Wildflowers can be seen blooming in the spring time. Standing 153 feet and stretching 750 feet between its ridges, this flume is believed to be the tallest built in El Dorado County. The Old Flume Trail (Red Shack Trail), just outside of Placerville in El Dorado County, is a history lesson as well as an excellent trek to the South Fork of the American River. At roughly half a mile, the trail cuts back to the left and climbs up the hillside. As the trail begins to climb more steeply, it transforms from a dirt trail to a rockier trail that slopes downhill in places due to erosion. The trail crosses a ravine via a wooden bridge before the trail starts to climb more steeply up the hill.ĭue to its location near to Highway 17, which leads south to Santa Cruz, traffic can always be heard along the trail. 15 miles to take a break and enjoy the view before the trail enters the woods. An alternative trail that meets up with the Flume Trail can be seen on the downhill to the right. ![]() We’ve covered another section of the flume on this page. There are some trees with low branches that require you to duck in order to get past. The Historic Flume Trail is actually a small part of a 37 mile system that was built in the late 1800’s to transport water from Lake Cuyamaca to the El Cajon Valley. The trail gently climbs to the right of the sign as a singletrack dirt trail that hugs the hillside. This dirt forest service road is very scenic and runs past an old shepherds hut before. There is a large informational kiosk at the beginning of the trail which has maps and information about the park. The ride begins with a 4 mile climb to the Marlette Lake lookout. It can be accessed from the parking area there or by heading to the end of the Jones Trail from Lexington County Park. ![]() You descend on a 3-mile fire road with lots of sand traps – beware.The Flume Trail begins in Novitiate Park at the end of Jones Road. Slow down and savor the beauty – the best section ends too quickly. Old Flume Trail / Red Shack Trail Old Flume Trail / Red Shack Trail Free parking 2-2.5 miles out and back trail with moderate terrain and moderate foot traffic Beautiful forest dipping down 800 feet in less than a mile to the river at a location with great skipping stones. ![]() some of the single-track sections might feel sketchy. Flume was re-routed in the 1980s following construction of the Clearbrook condos at the previous trailhead. Old Flume Trail is a trail on South Yuba River and Purdon Creek in South Yuba River State Park, Sierra Nevada, CA. ![]() Over the years, more efficient methods of transporting water have been developed, but remains of the old flume can still be found along its route. The old Osseo Trail leading from Lincoln to Mt. Mahikingsdcounty In the late 1800’s, a wooden flume was constructed to carry water from Lake Cuyamaca to the El Cajon Valley. Marlette Lake Marlette Lake Flume Trail Single Track Lake Tahoe and Snow Capped Mountains Beyond Fun Times on the Flume TrailĪfter ~1.5 miles of riding the dirt road along the lake, you’ll have ~4.5 miles of smooth, flat single track and breathtaking views 1600 feet above the east shore of Lake Tahoe. Flume (October 7, 2017) Click on pictures to enlarge. Follow the Flume Trail signs from the parking area via the North Canyon Road. In the first 4 miles, you’ll climb 1000 feet on fire road through aspen groves and meadows, followed by short descent to picturesque Marlette Lake. Lake Views: Spectacular, Stunning, Jaw Droppingĭifficulty: Moderately difficult due to elevation of 7000′ to 8157 and a 1000 ft climb in the 1 st 4 miles, technically simpleĭescription: Ride begins at the trailhead in the Spooner Lake Day Use Area in the Lake Tahoe Nevada State Park on the east side of Lake Tahoe. ![]()
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