Very nice beach and swimming area, then nice shaded tables and barbecue area close by. Clean…read morebathrooms and staff was out and about making sure everything w running smoothly. Nice time had by all

Went there to use bathroom, and drive threw no one there this time of year. The younger generation…read morehave no respect for the veterans or senior citizens. Showed them my veterans' card and she told me to pound sound. Was able to do this at this location a couple of weeks ago. She said if you want to pay Ten dollars I could go in and use the bathroom. And if i went in without paying she would have the ranger write me a ticket. She was doing all the talking and I was never rude to her. Just shows you the younger generation does not know the freedoms they have were fought for by the veterans. I am also a senior citizen. I am 63 years old. So they wonder why know one goes to the state parks no more. Signing off Proud Veterans of the United States and a big time trump supporter. Bobby Fryar

Visited here back in 2021 and spent the whole day hiking and exploring, plus picnic in nature and…read moreabsolutely loved it, this place does get crazy busy, and lots of tourists, but it was a great experience overall, they do run out of parking spots, and there isnt a lot of shade, but lots of rolling hills, cows, nature, and in the future would love to return

Got to the parking lot at 8 am on a March Saturday and the parking lot was already half full…read more Come early! Some portions of the trail are rocky. Hiking sticks are helpful on the rocks and steep sections. Lots of mixed wildflowers. Cows were at a distance. Some muddy spots. Hardly any shade along the trail except in the ravine. By the time we headed back, the crowds were significant. Cars were parked all along the road. I would be surprised if no one got tickets.

Great place to play and float around in the water in the summer. The water is mostly calm and…read moreclear, aside from the occasionally swept up sand and mossy bits floating around. Theres a lot of families and kids here. The water is very shallow and plenty of rocks blocking/diverting each ends of the river so people won't get swept away or down the river. It's helpful to have water shoes on while in the river, the rocks can be very slippery due to the moss on them. There is a good amount of areas to set up tents on the sand, and even some shaded areas under trees. The sand is super dusty though, so anytime people walked by, the dust would get everywhere. The parking lot was already full when we arrived at 9am on a Sunday so we had to park on the side of the road. It wasn't too far of a walk to the river from the road, but was a struggle with all the stuff we had to carry down, especially without a wagon. The parking lot and restroom here is just a short walk to the river. The women's restroom has two stalls, sink, mirror, soap, and paper towels. There are picnic tables around, but no glass, bbq, or alcohol is allowed.

South Yuba River State Park is a fantastic spot for outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels,…read moreoffering a great mix of accessible and challenging trails. The crystal-clear water makes for stunning views and relaxing stops along the riverbanks. Getting to see the historic Bridgeport Covered Bridge up close adds a wonderful layer of local history to the visit. It is an absolute must-visit for a scenic day trip. Parking is $5.00 for the day.

How amazingly gorgeous it is here!!! Full of sweet sweet serenity…read more.. For Easter, my daughter & I decided to go here for our hike!! First, the directions on Google maps suck. You need to keep going down the freeway passed Coal Canyon Road We parked in a large rocky parking lot. At this point, you need to use the bathrooms because there aren't any along your path or trail. I found it hard to stay hydrated because since there aren't bathrooms along the way. I didn't want to drink too much water in case it makes me have to go. We started our hike at 1:15pm. The first part of the hike is a very rocky dirt path. No shade. So wear your sun screen! It was beautiful along the way with beautiful green grass, gorgeous flowers. There were free range cows roaming around. This hike can be very challenging to someone who doesn't work out or get their heart rate up daily. There were a couple large Oaks trees offering us some shade just before you approach the quarry. It's a good resting point but we kept on. For this part, we were climbing down into a quarry, surrounded by trees and bushes, over the rocks, down the path, going back and forth... to come to the first waterfall. It was refreshing and rewarding! Being able to feel the water coming down over you after hiking down from the sun was exhilarating! Now, you have to climb your way up the other side. This is where a big challenge comes in. Up the other side, walking up a very vertical hill, over the rocks... really takes your breath away and makes your legs burn.. we loved every minute of it. When you get to the top, there are no trees up here, just more hills to walk up with rocks below your feet. So wear some good shoes! Getting to the top of that part was another waterfall. It was only visible from far away, but even more gorgeous! The sun was hitting it just right to make a rainbow in the mist. It took us 2 1/2-3 hours to get to that particular part of the hike (we spent quite a bit of time at the previous waterfall). At this point we decided to go back... but you need to go back the way you came. We were pretty out of shape for this hike but we love challenges. So up and back over the hills, back down the steep quarry full of trees, down the rocky path, back to the first waterfall (and we spent time down there again, lol) and then climbing out of that quarry, we decided to stop at those big oak trees to make a sandwich to share. After our long rest, getting some fuel in our bodies, and getting nice and hydrated, we started out way down the rocky path. Again, the rocky path made it very challenging. Our legs were really worked from all the climbing up the hills we did so we've smaller hill after that made us feel the burn! Oh... there nothing like the motivation of seeing that parking lot, lol. It was indeed time to get into the air conditioned car and into a comfy seat in the car. Oooh and finally!!! Bathrooms!!! Lol My daughter & I had a blast on our hike for Easter. There were so many families that day who had the same idea. The weather was perfectly sunny with a slight breeze. It was 6 p.m. by the time we sat in the car and turned on the air conditioning. Great timing since I didn't have to drive in the dark on our way home!

A challenging hike around 2 hours from EG/Sacramento. It's nearly 9 miles round trip but has a…read morebeautiful view of Feather Falls from the viewpoint deck. We went in March when the weather was unusually warm this year and the water was f l o w i n g. There isnt much tree cover as there used to be after the fires in this area, so if you're coming on a sunny day, be well prepared with sun protection and water. The majority of the hike is uncovered if you start after the morning hours. Parking lot is decent sized, on the day we came there were hardly any cars at 9am, but we saw more people when we finished around 1pm. There's also vault toilets at the trailhead

Great park that is not ever crowded. Nice bathrooms but they are rarely open due to people…read morecontinuing to damage them. My son loves to ride his Bike here, walk the dogs, and check out the trains. We love that it's never crowded and peaceful. There are quite a few homeless but honestly, they have never bothered us. The play structure is not that big and often has stuff on it so we don't typically let the kids play on it. Over all it's a nice quite and peaceful park.

For those of y'all who know me well, you're probably aware of my extreme risk-aversion. If there's…read moreany chance of danger, no matter how big or small, my anxiety alarm will flash and I'll be like NOPE! So you may find it surprising that there have been a couple instances where the stupid region of my frontal cortex has taken over and put me in precarious situations. Not coincidentally, most have involved hiking. Most recently, my friends and I made plans to visit Feather Falls in the Plumas National Forest. If you haven't been living under a rock, you'll know that the tragic Carr and Mendocino Complex Fires have been ravaging NorCal - pretty much ~100-200 miles from where our trail was. Despite guaranteed exposure to ash and thick air, we went anyway; because this was considered one of the tallest and most beautiful waterfalls in the U.S., we weren't about to pass. Getting to the parking lot wasn't all that bad for us. The trailhead was about an hour or so from where we stayed in Marysville, and all we pretty much had to do was drive dead east and follow signs for Feather Falls. Since most people stayed indoors due to the fires, we encountered very minimal traffic on the way there. Once we arrived at the gigantic parking lot, we braced ourselves for the arduous adventure that was about to come. Oh yea, and we made sure to avoid the vault toilets. Looked and SMELLED like they hadn't been cleaned for months. The trail(s) to Feather Falls consisted of about 4.5 miles of diverse scenery and wildlife. One moment we were crawling through thick brush and another we found ourselves amongst a field of massive trees. There were deer, lots of squirrels, and butterflies as well! About 10 minutes into the hike, our main path split into two trails: Upper (right) and lower (left) trails. We ended up taking the upper one, and overall it was pretty chill. I would say 90 percent of it was flat, and we also saw some pretty cool stuff such as a mini waterfall (not Feather Falls) and Bald Rock Down - essentially Butte County's version of Half Dome! Around 2 hours later, we came across it. I can't even describe in words how magnificent Feather Falls was. I've chased waterfalls all along the Pacific Northwest, seeing beasts such as Multnomah and Metlako Falls, but few have come close to what we encountered. In short, Feather Falls was spectacular. It was taller than anything I've ever seen, the crashing of water on water was deafening, and I felt so spellbound watching the rainbow form at the bottom of the falls. It was awesome that the trail included a walkway and an overlook that was safe, yet provided an amazing view of the waterfall. But it didn't end there. Thanks to some advice from a couple of chill bros, we took a 10-minute detour uphill and reached the actual TOP OF THE WATERFALL. Who knew this was possible? Apparently, lots of hikers come to Feather Falls not knowing that you could be literally NEXT to Feather Falls. All we had to do was head left instead of going back the way we came after leaving the walkway. This path took us to a watering hole which would lead to the start of the waterfall. We probably spent around 1-2 hours here swimming in cold water, eating, and chilling. It was bliss; we pretty much forgot about the hike and the fires during these peaceful moments. As all things must come to an end, so we eventually took the lower trail back. Though it was the same distance, the return journey was DIFFICULT. Kind of regretted going this way because it was mostly uphill. There was more sunlight and plenty of rocks to climb over. So if you're looking for an easier time getting to and from Feather Falls, I suggest taking the upper trail there and back. Or at least, take the upper trail back. Nevertheless, we persevered and eventually made it back to the car. So how much did the fires and the ashen-filled air hinder our trip? Looking back, it was a STUPID mistake. Regardless of how amazing the experience was, I'm pretty sure we lost a few years off of our lives. Though we encountered many hikers along the way, it was pretty difficult to breathe - especially on the way back. Poor air quality or not, if you are planning on checking out this experience I HIGHLY RECOMMEND keeping in mind a few things: First off, bring bug spray and first aid. Lots of inspects bit us, and we tried SO HARD to avoid the poison ivy. "Leaves of 3, let it be." Secondly, bring double the water you need cause you WILL need it. Third, COME EARLY because it got SO HOT later on. Fourth, be very careful in the water at the top of the waterfall, as the current WILL push you off. Since Yelp limits my character count, I'll just end by saying this. If you get the chance, please check out Feather Falls. It's truly one of the coolest things I have ever done. Pictures can only do so much justice; you have to go yourself. I give it an "Omg, I'd travel 2 hours for this" rating. Have fun and prosper,

This hike was a blessing and a curse combined; stunningly beautiful views and an amazing waterfall…read moremixed with treacherous inclines, a mass amount of poison oak, and very aggressive bugs. I hiked this trail with my group in early June, and needless to say, this was one of the most beautiful and also one of the most challenging hikes that I've done. The entire loop measures about 8 miles, but you should add another mile if you plan to hike to the top of the falls. We started on the Upper Trail which is about 4.5 miles long. We took this trail to the top of the falls, then to the falls Overlook, and then to the Lower Falls trail which looped us back to the beginning of the trailhead. But be forewarned; if you take the Lower Falls trail back, the hike is very strenuous and not very well maintained. Right from the gate, you can see that this trail was filled with tons and tons of poison oak. If you don't know what poison oak looks like, you should look it up before you decide to come here. It's a beautiful plant, but you definitely don't want it touching you. And trust me, it's everywhere. All over the trails! I would recommend that you wear long pants and sleeves, especially if you're allergic. Also, there are tons of bugs! Lots of mosquitos and even ticks. Spray yourself with bug spray before you hit the trail. We sprayed and we still got bitten up pretty badly. Luckily, I didn't find any ticks on myself though. We also spotted a rattlesnake on the trail and you should also note that there have been bear sightings in the past. Just be aware of your surroundings. Okay, so now that I've gotten the scary stuff out of the way, let's focus on the actual hike. The hike through the Upper Trail is really pretty! It starts out flat and inclines gradually. It's full of greenery and mostly shaded. You'll pass over a small bridge that overlooks a baby waterfall that flows into a beautiful creek. There are ferns and flowers all throughout the trail. You'll see giant ants crawling on the ground. You'll also get a wonderful view of Bald Rock Dome which looks likes a mini Half Dome (Yosemite), and a sweeping view of the Middle Fork Feather River. The Overlook point to Feather Falls will be down some stairs and to the left. There are signs that will help to guide you. The view of Feather Falls is just simply breathtaking! The images are stunning but even they can't do it justice. You will truly have to just experience it for yourself. If you're up for some fun, I would highly recommend hiking to the top of the falls. It's seriously unbelievable up there. Storybook views, crystal clear water, and vivid greenery. It'll make you feel like you just walked into an enchanted forest. Like, is this really real? On the way back from the falls, we took the Lower Falls Trail back. This trail is a mile shorter than the Upper Falls Trail, but 10 times more strenuous. If you're looking for a less strenuous hike, either take the Lower to Upper Trail Loop or take the Upper Falls Trail there and back. Otherwise, you'll be in for a steep climb. Not only is this trail all uphill until the very end, it's also not well maintained. It's super rocky with lots of trees blocking the trail that you'll have to climb under and over. Parts of the trail are narrow and slippery. You should also make sure that you bring waaay more water than you think that you'll need because you WILL need it. After 9 miles of hiking, we were tired but felt extremely accomplished. The restrooms aren't the cleanest and the parking lot is pretty small, so I'd advise that you get there early. Would I do this hike again? Definitely! I would just take a different route and bring a stronger bug repellent. In the end, this hike is worth it for the views of one of the tallest waterfalls in California.

A beautiful place to walk and enjoy nature. The trails are great for dogs, sturdy strollers, and…read morekids needing to burn off energy. There are signs marking all of the trees and a map at the entrance to help guide you. Very peaceful and quiet despite how busy it can get. Parking is limited and it gets busy in the afternoon.

Amazing lake with incredible clear blue water! Felt like we…read morewere in the Bahamas. Great for camping and has store for supplies in case you run out. Truly a hidden gem!

Everything!! The robertsons are amazing! This place is a resort and these houseboats are pure joy!…read more If you're trying to rough it then this place is not for you lol