Fairy Falls Trail (AKA Beal Falls or Shingle Falls)
Penn Valley, CA
Also known as Ferry Falls; Hills, meadow, woods, & rocks lead to 100-foot waterfall. Formerly owned by Beale, this land was once home to a mock German town for training during WWII. Lots of protected wildlife within. Small shooting range 1/4 mile up Waldo Rd. before reaching the trailhead.
Devil's Postpile Trail
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Paul Honatke (962)
about 1 year ago
26 Completed 24 Reviews
I'd been wanting to see this for some time. Everytime I went there was still too much snow to drive up there. This isn't really a hike, it's a short uphill walk from the road.
It is a cool little rock formation, but nothing astounding (unless maybe you're a geologist, as it IS rare for this part of the country). It's a long drive up there off of HWY 49, so I found a few other things to do in the area. (Chimney Rock and the fire lookout)
Bullards Bar Trail
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Jeannie Haut (238)
almost 3 years ago
2 Completed 3 Reviews
Only got to hike part of the trail today, but it is an awesome hike. Lots of leaves on the trail, makes it a little slippery, but otherwise no problems.
Bullards Bar Trail
by Kevin H (192)
21 days ago
2 Completed 1 Reviews
I give this hike four stars! Not "as" epic as some of the Yosemite trails, but this is a truly hidden gem. It's sad that there are people living within 20 miles of this marvel who've have never been.
Be sure to visit the Rock House, Turtle Rock and the US Coast & Geodetic Marker.
Best time is March and April, I just went on this 3rd day of May and there was no water anywhere. But it was still an awesome day on the Rock.
It's worth the drive,...DO THIS HIKE!!!