Salt Springs Reservoir
5.0 mi
Distance
541 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 57m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Salt Springs Reservoir is a point-to-point trail in Amador County, California. It is 5 miles long and gains 541 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Bear Valley, California, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,208 ft |
| High point | 0.4 mi | 1,266 ft |
| End | 5.2 mi | 1,227 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Bear Valley, CA · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Amador County, CA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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