Spaulding Lake Trail : Sierra Outdoor Recreation©

Connects to the Pioneer Trail at the north shore of Lake Spaulding and connects to Grouse Ridge Trail near Fordyce Creek footbridge. Several miles along north shore of Lake Spaulding and Fordyce Creek are especially nice. Spring and fall colors can be terrific. An easy scramble across massive, granitic rock to Fordyce "falls" offers great views and lunch spots. You’ll recognize the turn-off as the trail crosses on the upper side of a granite rock field; in the spring you can hear the falls. This trail connects to trails accessed by several trailheads with shuttle and overnight opportunities. Direct trails accessed are: Grouse Ridge Trail and Baltimore Lake and Beyers Lakes Trail. These trails then connect to farther options for the true adventurer looking for several days worth of enjoyment.