Park
Independence Trail
32 locals recommend,
Tips from locals
Maria
December 6, 2021
Another great local hiking spot!
Catherine
May 15, 2018
nice and flat - ends at creek
Kelly
June 28, 2022
Located just over six miles from downtown Nevada City, the forested Independence Trail founded by Naturalist John Olmsted was the first wheelchair accessible wilderness trail in the country. The trail utilizes the old Excelsior Ditch, built around 1859 to carry water for hydraulic mining. Because of the easy, level grade, this is a good walking trail for families and folks with limited mobility. Depending on the route you take – east or west – this shaded trail is known for its mixed conifer and hardwood forest, old wooden flumes, dramatic views of Rush Creek, occasional views of the South Yuba River canyon and rugged challenging scrambles to river swim holes.
Located just over six miles from downtown Nevada City, the forested Independence Trail founded by Naturalist John Olmsted was the first wheelchair accessible wilderness trail in the country. The trail utilizes the old Excelsior Ditch, built around 1859 to carry water for hydraulic mining. Because o…
Paul
January 22, 2020
Gentle and handicap friendly strolling in the scenic woods.
Aleria
November 6, 2016
Wheelchair accessible.
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Location
California 49
Nevada City, CA