Bear River Bridge
Nevada County, California

 

The Bear River forms the southern most border of Nevada County.
At the crossing of Bear River and Hwy 174 is a historic bridge, and there is also a great trail
for hiking there. It is a relatively easy, approximately two mile hike downstream.
There are several smaller trails branching off to the river for swimming, fishing,
or just relaxing. There is plenty of free parking.


Plaque at the bridge


The old bridge


Another view of the bridge


Bear River


Typical view during hike


Thick forest