Tahoe National Forest

Beacroft Trail North Fork American Area

Mileage: 2 1/4 miles one-way
Elevation: 5,520 to 2,280 feet
Difficulty: Most Difficult
Use Level: Light
Topographic Map: Duncan Peak 7.5'

Access: Drive 18 miles east of Foresthill on the Foresthill Road to Secret House Campground; continue on Foresthill Road 1 mile past the Campground to the Beacroft Trail. Trailhead on the left side of the road, past the camp.

Trail Description: This is a very steep and difficult trail that involves numerous switchbacks. At the bottom it intersects the American River Trail, from which other trails may be reached.

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Last Updated: 23 May 2011
Published: 29 Apr 2002
The details, dates, and prices mentioned in this article were accurate at the time of publication.

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