Hiking
Hiking is more than just a means of transportation and there’s no better way to explore Nevada County than by foot. Whether you’re passing through the peaks on the Pacific Crest or learning about the local flora and fauna on the wheelchair-friendly Independence Trail, there’s no shortage of discovery amongst the endless acres of terrain. In addition to pristine alpine lakes, granite outcroppings, waterfalls, streams, and meadows, guests can get a glimpse of history. The Emigrant Trail Museum has exhibits on the ill-fated pioneers of the 1800s and Empire Mine State Park’s trails meander through historic mining sites, old foundations, and equipment.
The Bear Yuba Land Trust is very happy to offer detailed maps, GPS coordinates and reviews of our exciting trails, for biking, hiking and horseback riding. A link to Grass Valley and Nevada City trails on the Bear Yuba Land Trust website is here, including a printable version of a trail map.
Alan Thiesen Trail

Grass Valley, CA 95949
Alpine Skill International

Truckee, CA 96161
Bailey Trail

Cooley Drive,
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Black Swan Trail

Bullards Bar

Dobbins, CA 95935
Buttermilk Bend Trail

Cascade Canal Trail

Condon Park Trails

Deer Creek Environs Trail

Deer Creek Tribute Trail

Donner Lake

Donner Lake,
Truckee, CA
Donner Memorial State Park & Emigrant Trail Museum

12593 Donner Pass Road,
Truckee, CA 96161
Empire Mine State Historic Park

10791 East Empire St,
Grass Valley, CA 95945
Grouse Lakes

Hardrock Trail Area

Hirschman Trail

Hoyt Trail

Independence Trail East

Independence Trail West

Jackson Meadows Recreation Area
