A Dam Good Hike at Lake Clementine

A beautiful dam, gorgeous rainbow views, and a hike along one of the world's largest bridges!

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Grab your hiking shoes, prepare to get wet, and head out to the coolest dam hike at Lake Clementine. Not only is this hike a fairly easy, half-day adventure full of gorgeous views; the trail also has you walk alongside one of the world's largest bridges! The Foresthill Bridge will be 700 feet above you and you will for sure notice how massive it is. You see why this hike is the coolest? Now for the dam portion. Once you enter this part of the hike, your world will truly change. The majestic nature of this magical dam overflowing with water is one of nature's most beautiful gifts. Capture this moment and soak in the tranquility. Look below for a rainbow to symbolize a hike well done!

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For two

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Itinerary

Park at the ranger station and get ready for your hike
Head over the bridge across the American River
Walk left on the dirt road with the gate
Follow along this path for two miles
Walk towards the Foresthill Bridge and admire how tall it really is
Take a swim break under the bridge
As you walk uphill, enjoy the gorgeous nature and beautiful views
Follow the signs that point to Lake Clementine
Take the single track to the left and head down to the dam
Marvel at this beautiful damn with waters gushing down into a waterfall
Follow the rainbow for the perfect picture

Location

139 Old Foresthill Rd, Auburn, CA 95603

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Packing List

backpack
sunscreen
light snacks/food
water
hiking shoes
comfortable clothing
bathing suit for swimming
first-aid kit
camera
umbrella

4.8 ● Google reviews

Mostly a wide, gentle graded path with several fun side chutes down to the river. We walked all the way to the little houseboat Marina, where the camp host showed us a trail down to a tiny sandy beach. Watch out for poison oak.

Breathtaking waterfall created by the dam complete with a standing rainbow. You can hike all around this but it is wet and slippery so be careful. Beautiful place for amazing photos and very easy to get to. Definitely so.ething to see in the Sacramento area.

Beautiful river to hangout with family or friends. The water is cold at first but after a while it is refreshing. Barbecue is not allow in the area to prevent wild fires. So bring ready to eat food. You can bring your canopies. I don't recommend driving a small vehicle or a very low vehicle due to the terrain. They have portable bathrooms and they are clean. Swimming is allowed and other water activities too. Keep in mind there is no cellphone reception. Take your garbage with you. Remember there are rattle sneaks. I forgot to add that alcohol is not allowed you can get cite. They also change at the entrance so bring cash. Enjoy!

Busy but well maintained trail with lots of beautiful nature to look at. And of course the Clementine Dam at the halfway point. The mist from the dam always makes a nice rainbow and an excellent photo opportunity.