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Auburn,
the “Endurance Capital of the World” host to the
100 mile ride on horseback, "Tevis Cup" and Western
States by foot, "Ultra Run", sits just above the
valley fog and below the snowline of the sierra. Auburn
is nestled in the oaks and cedars of the sierra
foothills near the American River. A perfect blend of
days gone by and modern development maintaining small
town charm.
European
hunters and fur traders followed by adventurers were the
earliest to settle the area. But it was during the Gold
Rush of 1848, that a miner named Claude Chana discovered
gold in the Auburn Ravine setting the stage for what is
now Auburn.
Early names for the mining camp were North Fork Dry
Diggings, Rich Ravine, Wood's Dry Diggings and Auburn
Ravine. It was not until 1849 that the name Auburn was
adopted.
The
Tevis Cup, the famous 100 mile
endurance ride, attracting riders from around the world,
begins Lake Tahoe, continues through Cool, Foresthill,
and then ends
at Fairgrounds in Auburn
Trails - New
Hidden Falls Regional Park
Nice horsy
addition to the Auburn Area where you can enjoy viewing the morning and evening
vistas overlooking the Sacramento Valley.
The water falls are about 30
feet high along Deadman Creek.
The
staging Area will fit 8-10 horse trailers and horse people share
the trail with hikers and cyclists. Presently (2007) you
can enjoy about 7 miles of trails on 220 acres with many loops
with plans
for a larger park on adjacent county-owned property of 961
acres. The county is considering linking the two parks together
with a possible 25-mile trail, skirting 3 miles of Coon Creek,
which also lies on the property.
Hidden Falls (add: 7587 Mears Place) is off Hwy 49; turn at
the Bel Aire Market, go left on Atwood and then stay to left on
Mt. Vernon for about 2 miles. It is shaded (very good for summer
riding) and also scenic. See picture below.
Hidden Falls Park
An abundance of history surrounds this city including
the oldest continuously operating post office in the
United States and the seven oldest businesses in
California. Visitors can enjoy the history or shopping,
fine dining, entertainment, antique shops, art
galleries, museums, and many recreational attractions.
Transportation. Auburn is easily accessible from I80,
US50, I5 and US99. Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
offers 150+ flights per day, with non-stop and direct
flights from 52 cities.
Points
of Interest
• Guided Walking Tours of Old Town
• Old Auburn
• Placer County Courthouse
• Oldest Operating US Post Office
• Historic Firehouse
Things to Do
Shopping, historical sights, horseback riding, fishing
and flyfishing, hiking, camping, gold panning, mountain
biking, golfing, backpacking, rafting, canoeing,
kayaking, swimming, sailing,
sailboarding, and water skiing.
Ask for a Referral to a
Horse Property Specialist in
Auburn |
