Steven's Trail

Eight of us hiked down to the American River and back. The south facing slope was resplendent with wild flowers. And HOT!!  

The chart from Frank says 8.5 miles and 3500 feet elevation gain. Hard to believe. Maybe it was easier due to the entire hike being at low elevation. 

Slope of Tifted Poppies were open on our return from the river. 

Redbuds

Indian Pinks

Caterpillar Phaecia

Bush Poppy

Canyon Dudleya

 

Kellogg's Monkey Flower

Lupine

Leisurely lunch at the American River.