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Hidden Falls gives Placer County a foothill trail day
Hidden Falls Regional Park near Auburn has multi-use trails, falls viewing decks, picnic areas, fishing, restrooms, and open space.
Hidden Falls feels like Placer County foothills right away. You get oak trees, dirt trails, creek country, and falls views without driving deep into the Sierra. It is the kind of park where a short visit and a longer trail day can both make sense.
The park is near Auburn and is open from sunrise to sunset. It has 30 miles of native-surface, multi-use trails, plus a quarter-mile ADA-accessible concrete trail. It also has falls viewing decks, picnic areas, restrooms, fishing, horse trailer parking, and open space.
The part to plan is parking and conditions. Weekends, holidays, and other busy days require an online parking reservation before the visit. Bring water and choose a route that fits the heat and your group. Review updates before leaving, especially in hot, rainy, or smoky seasons.
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Hidden Falls Regional Park near Auburn
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Reviewed June 30, 2026
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