Year-round trail accessing the river and another popular swimming hole. Steep drop, which seems steeper coming out. Option: continue downriver on Jones Bar Road following uphill until meeting the South Yuba Independence Trail at 2.5 miles (elevation 1440’). Return east via this super easy trail.
| Miles | Elevation Range | Options |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1480’-1080’ |
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Topographic Maps: Nevada City, French Corral. 6 miles north of Nevada City via Highway 49 at Independence Trail Parking. Hike west on Independence Trail; after 0.2 mile Jones Bar Trail drops (right).