Darrington Trail is a 15.7 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near El Dorado Hills, California that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail.
February 24, 2021
February 16, 2021loved this trail, went from the old bridge to salmon falls bridge. Easy took a 8 yr old and alot of mossy trees and creek along the way. Probably hot in the summer.
February 15, 2021Great trail! Some fallen trees but it was amazing. Loved it!
February 14, 2021February 9, 2021Due to the extremely low water level in Folsom Lake, many of the ruins were visible to enjoy. It’s easy to cross from Darrington to Sweetwater when the old bridge (usually underwater) is exposed.
February 6, 2021gorgeous,rocky, wear good hiking shoes
February 6, 2021January 20, 2021January 17, 2021January 13, 2021Trail was fine but ticks ticks ticks and more ticks. Trail was overgrown and narrow but clearly marked.
January 9, 2021January 8, 2021Great trail. Hiked in a light drizzle. Rocky and uphill to start. Hiked about 1.5 in with 4 year old. Can’t wait to go further. Beautiful views.
January 7, 2021January 3, 2021Great hike. Nice blend of river views, elevation, meadows, hillsides.
December 13, 2020This was a beautiful trail and we'll kept for hiking. Don't stop at the call box, it only gets nicer after it. I made it a point to point because I was pressed for time. you can park one car off rattlesnake bar rd at the campsite and hike to there.
November 30, 2020November 26, 2020Gorgeous single track, sections super rocky, amazing river scenery
November 15, 2020Perfect time of the year to go for a bike ride It is pretty rocky
November 14, 2020October 20, 2020Fun trail with great views. It is fairly rocky and does have a few challenging parts, but the trail is fairly flat and none of the climbs are long. My favorite trail to get in a quick weekday mtb ride after work. Some bushes are overgrown and there are branches sticking out in a few tight sections, may not be a bad idea to wear eye protection.
October 17, 2020Some little challenging hill climbs, but not to bad on a mountain bike. Couple cool rock outcroppings. Great view whole trail.
September 20, 2020Definitely a rough trail, a lot of rock beds. No need to go further than the call box as the trail gets really rough ahead but it is one to experience.
September 19, 2020August 27, 2020August 22, 2020Nice trail, pretty rocky at the beginning and end since it's in and back out. Has a few technical sections throughout the trail it self. Single trails were pretty fun.
August 16, 2020Nice dirt trail, relatively flat and easy. Relaxing in the summer, but river and foliage was pretty dried up. Imagine it’ll be pretty beautiful in spring/fall when flowers are in bloom and water levels are higher.
July 3, 2020Beautiful trail! Wildflowers galore. Hike early to beat the heat and the crowds. Recommend a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water. Watch out for bikes. Happy hiking!
June 29, 2020Parking: if you are an early bird like me and want to start at 6am, there’s parking next to the bridge. I believe paid parking lot opens around 7am. The entire trail is beautiful. Partial trail has some shade, is rocky and is occasionally narrow. Take plenty of water though. On trail: hikers, runners, dogs, horses and bikers. Don’t forget bug spray. There’s no benches along the trail and at the destination.
