{"id":6711,"date":"2017-11-01T17:14:52","date_gmt":"2017-11-02T00:14:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.newsmolo.com\/EDC\/2019\/?p=6711"},"modified":"2025-12-08T17:17:14","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T01:17:14","slug":"top-family-friendly-and-ada-accessible-hiking-trails-in-el-dorado-county","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.newsmolo.com\/EDC\/2019\/2017\/11\/01\/top-family-friendly-and-ada-accessible-hiking-trails-in-el-dorado-county\/","title":{"rendered":"Top family-friendly and ADA accessible hiking trails in El Dorado County"},"content":{"rendered":"

Visit El Dorado County]<\/em><\/p>\n

There\u2019s no reason to let age, ability, or physical limitations stop you from enjoying El Dorado County\u2019s natural scenic beauty. Whether you\u2019re in a wheelchair, pushing a stroller, or just beginning your love of the great outdoors, you\u2019ll love these barrier-free hikes. Consider them Mother Nature\u2019s gift to you.<\/p>\n

Dave Moore Nature Area<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The\u00a0Dave Moore Nature Area<\/strong>\u00a0is approximately two miles west of the\u00a0Marshall Gold Discovery State Park<\/a>\u00a0in Coloma on Highway 49.\u00a0 The loop trail is about a mile long, half of that is constructed to be fully accessible to people with wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers, and leads to the South Fork of the American River. Look closely, and you\u2019ll see remnants from nearly 150 years ago when Chinese laborers channeled creek water by hand with pick and shovel for gold mining.<\/p>\n

Learn more.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>\"The<\/span><\/p>\n

The El Dorado Trail as seen from behind Town Hall in Placerville.<\/p>\n

El Dorado Trail in Placerville<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Enjoy 8.5 miles of paved Class I Bike Path in Placerville along the\u00a0El Dorado Trail<\/a>, a network that will ultimately connect South Lake Tahoe to El Dorado Hills. The paved trail goes from Camino to Historic Main Street in Placerville where you can easily hop off the trail to explore the historical buildings and charms of a charming, genuine gold rush town. You won\u2019t want to miss the breathtaking Weber Creek Trestle that dates back to 1903 and towers about 100 feet above the creek; it lies just one mile east of Missouri Flat Road.<\/p>\n

The trail in the areas of Smith Flat and Missouri Flat Road is ADA accessible and wheelchair-friendly.<\/p>\n

Learn more.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rainbow Trail \u2013 Taylor Creek Visitor Center<\/strong><\/h4>\n

The Rainbow Trail is a 0.7-mile loop hike near the Taylor Creek Visitor Center, just north of South Lake Tahoe. It\u2019s an excellent trail for families and kids since it\u2019s short and flat and boasts activities such as the Stream Profile Chamber, where you can see a section of Taylor Creek through aquarium windows. Adventuring types can explore the nearby Lake of the Sky trail, which leads to the shores of Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n

Learn more.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>\"Tallac<\/span><\/p>\n

The Baldwin Estate on the Tallac Historic Site. Photo: Flickr user\u00a0Wayne Hsieh<\/a><\/p>\n

Tallac Historic Site and Valhalla<\/strong><\/h4>\n

These two lakefront sites, located a few miles northwest of South Lake Tahoe on Highway 89, were once the summer retreat for some of San Francisco\u2019s most elite families. Today you can explore the site\u2019s remaining buildings, which are open from June through September, and learn about this bygone era or just meander along the scenic trails (many of which are paved) and enjoy the trees, fresh air, and views of Lake Tahoe.<\/p>\n

Learn more.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/span>\"Vikingsholm<\/span><\/p>\n

Vikingsholm Castle as seen from Emerald Bay. Photo: Flickr user\u00a0David Lofink<\/a><\/p>\n

Vikingsholm<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Located at Emerald Bay, Vikingsholm is a stunning example of Scandinavian architecture that boasts an equally stunning backdrop. The trail from the parking lot to the property is a steep one-mile paved trail that drops 500 feet in elevation. While it\u2019s a short hike, it is considered strenuous (though some would argue that the views of Emerald Bay and Vikingsholm are worth it!).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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