Yankee Jims Road
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Yankee Jims Road: Rich in history and waterfalls
Initially, the road was used by stagecoaches to travel between mining camps. Today, it’s an adventure filled with scenic views,…
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Yankee Jims: The legend of a bandit, the lore of a gold rush town and Folgers coffee
Located roughly 3 miles west-northwest of Foresthill, in Placer County, Yankee Jims is a registered state historical landmark with an…
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Yankee Jims Bridge also known as Colfax-Foresthill Bridge
The bridge was built in 1930 and is a few hundred feet above the river. The deck with is a…
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Mexican Gulch Waterfall: a tropical paradise in Placer County
This waterfall is named after the Mexican Gulch region which is located about 0.6 miles south of Devils Canyon and…
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Devils Falls: Giving the devil its due
Yankee Jims Road runs directly through this canyon on its way south to Foresthill. Along Yankee Jims road you will…
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Bunch Canyon Falls: a historical hiking adventure
It’s located on Bunch Canyon creek which flows through Bunch Canyon. This creek is historically significant due to its part…
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