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El Dorado Trail
El Dorado County
California
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El Dorado Trail

Biking on the El Dorado Trail — The El Dorado Trail is described for the interest of bicyclists at this website by Beautiful Vista, the organization that designed our own Trails Now maps. In addition, this Beautiful Vista website includes an elevation map of the El Dorado Trail.
El Dorado County's El Dorado Trail page — The El Dorado County's official web page on the El Dorado Trail.
El Dorado County Transportation Commission: EL DORADO TRAIL — Designated as a "Millennium Trail" by Hillary Clinton in the year 2000, the El Dorado Trail is a multi-modal transportation corridor planned to extend from the eastern border of El Dorado County to South Lake Tahoe.
Sierra Ecosystem Associates — Sierra Ecosystem Associates is a multi-disciplinary firm of natural resources analysis and planning professionals. They have been tasked by the El Dorado County Department of Parks, Rivers and Trails to do a study of the Evaluation Criteria for the El Dorado Trail Extension Project from the current El Dorado Trail terminal at Camino east to Pacific House.
Sacramento Bee: Path to the Future — The scenic El Dorado Trail isn't very long, but ambitious plans could connect for a grand link to nature, history and fun.

    By Bob Ehlert - behlert@sacbee.com
    Published 12:00 am PDT Thursday, July 17, 2008
    Story appeared in SCENE section, Page E1

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El Dorado County

Action Coalition for Equestrians, Sierra Foothills Chapter — The Action Coalition for Equestrians (ACE) works to preserve and expand the availability of Northern California public trails for equestrian use.
American River Conservancy — The ARC conducts conservation, education, & stewardship programs to protect & enhance native fisheries, vanishing plant & animal communities, scenic vistas, cultural heritage & recreational lands within the American & Cosumnes River watersheds.
Bike Rides in El Dorado County — This Beautiful Vista website shows 30 different rides now available all with maps complete with directions, distance and elevation profiles. Best of all... every map is free to download, print and/or send to your fellow cyclists!
CalTrans Bicycle Map of El Dorado County
Eldorado National Forest in El Dorado County — The El Dorado National Forest in El Dorado County offers visitors hiking trails, fishing holes and camping sites for anyone looking to become one with nature.
El Dorado County Parks, Recreation and Trails Department — The County Department with whom Trails Now communicates regarding the development of the El Dorado Trail.
El Dorado County Trails — This El Dorado County web page has links to the following: Trails Advisory Committee, El Dorado Trail, Rubicon Trail, Sacramento-Placerville Transportation Corridor (SPTC) Program, Parks and Rivers .
El Dorado County Transportation Commission: BIKE/PED — The EDCTC developed both the El Dorado County Bicycle Transportation Plan, and the City of Placerville Non-Motorized Transportation Plan.
Camino Area Parallel Capacity and Safety Study — The EDCTC Camino Area Parallel Capacity and Safety Study Project Team has been working diligently since November 14, 2006 to identify potential strategies to address the safety and operational concerns along US 50 surrounding the Camino area. To ensure the broad participation crucial to the Camino Area Parallel Capacity/Safety Study process, EDCTC identified key community groups and business representatives to form the Camino Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC). Trails Now is one of the Stakeholders.
Fire Safe Council of El Dorado County — The Fire Safe Council is a California non-profit, Public Benefit Corporation. Its mission is "to protect the people of El Dorado County and their property from the effects of catastrophic wildfire through education, cooperation, innovation, and action."
Sierra Club, Maidu Group (El Dorado County) — The Sierra Club's members are over 700,000 of your friends and neighbors. Inspired by nature, we work together to protect our communities and the planet. The Club is America's oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization. Volunteer leaders in the Maidu Group provide opportunities for Club members to explore, enjoy and protect the planet. Membership is not required to go on Club outings or attend programs or committee meetings.
Trails within 25 miles of Placerville — www.Trails.com is a subscription service that provides brief descriptions of these trails and others at no charge. By ordering a subscription you will have access to full descriptions and maps.

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California

American River Conservancy — The ARC conducts conservation, education, & stewardship programs to protect & enhance native fisheries, vanishing plant & animal communities, scenic vistas, cultural heritage & recreational lands within the American & Cosumnes River watersheds.
California Bicycle Coalition — The CBC is a non-profit education & lobbying organization working to improve bicycling conditions throughout the State of California. CBC advocates for increased bicycle use, access, safety & education.
California State Parks — This State of California web page has information and links to everything you need to know about California's State Parks.
California State Parks Foundation — Our foundation is the only statewide non-profit organization dedicated to protecting, enhancing & advocating for California's magnificent State Parks. There are many threats facing our parks, but we are the only independent group committed to preserving & protecting their natural legacy.
California Walks — California Walks was founded to help organize and train local pedestrian advocacy groups in dealing with the pedestrian issues at the state level. Highway, crosswalk and intersection designs are developed at the state level but end up effecting local pedestrians. See the list of member groups to see who you can contact near you.
CalTrans Road Conditions — Entering the highway number of interest shows the current conditions such as chain requirements, ongoing road work causing delays, etc.
Coastwalk — We offer dayhikes year-round, plus hiking & camping trips in each coastal county during the summer months. Visit our page for more information on the California Coastal Trail project; we also run, in collaboration with the California Coastal Conservancy, an interactive site devoted to the Coastal Trail.
Eldorado National Forest — Portions of Alpine, Amador, El Dorado, and Placer counties lie within the Forest Boundary. The forest is bordered on the north by the Tahoe National Forest, on the east by the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, on the southeast by the Humboldt-Toiyabe, and to the south by the Stanislaus National Forest.
Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates — Mission: SABA represents bicyclists. Aim: More and safer trips by bike. Vision: Bicycling for everyday transportation is common because it is safe, convenient and desirable. Motto: Making Sacramento a cycling capital
SACOG Regional Bicycle Pedestrian and Trails Master Plan — This Sacramento Area Council of Governments Plan guides the long-term decisions for the Bicycle and Pedestrian Funding Program. The emphases of the bicycle & pedestrian plan & funding program are to provide facilities for walking & biking in & between the cities & towns of the region.
Tahoe Rim Trail — The TRTA maintains & enhances the Tahoe Rim Trail system & encourages stewardship through volunteer programs, educational outreach, & community partnerships. It promotes healthy, environmentally responsible outdoor recreation & provides access to the beauty of the Lake Tahoe region, now & for future generations.

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National

Active Living Resource Center — The Active Living Resource Center provides plenty of resources used by others to make positive changes in their communities. In the Library and across the site you'll find fact sheets, how-to documents, and other resources that can help you make a difference. See their document, "A Primer on Active Living for Government Officials", HERE.
American Hiking Society — American Hiking Society is the only national organization dedicated to promoting and protecting America’s hiking trails, the natural areas that surround them, and the hiking experience itself.
American Trails — We work to enhance and protect America's growing network of interconnected trails by supporting local, regional, and long-distance greenways and trails, whether in backcountry, rural, or urban areas. We support America's trails by finding common ground & promoting cooperation among all trail interests. See American Trails' 10 STEPS TO HELP SAVE OUR OUTDOORS.
Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals — The Association of Pedestrian and Bicycle Professionals is a professional membership organization that promotes excellence in the emerging professional discipline of pedestrian and bicycle transportation.
League of American Bicylists — Promotes bicycling for fun, fitness and transportation and work through advocacy and education for a bicycle-friendly America.
National Center for Bicycling & Walking — The NCBW helps create bicycle-friendly & walkable communities across N. America by encouraging & supporting the efforts of individuals, organizations, & agencies. Subscribe to their bi-weekly e-newsletter, "CenterLines".
National Center for Safe Routes to School — The National Center for Safe Routes to School aims to assist communities in developing successful Safe Routes programs and strategies.
National Recreation and Park Association — The National Recreation and Park Association advocates the importance of thriving, local park systems, the opportunity for all Americans to lead healthy, active lifestyles, and the preservation of great community places.
National Recreation Trails — The National Trail System Act of 1968 (Public Law 90-543) authorized creation of a national trail system comprised of National Recreation Trails, National Scenic Trails and National Historic Trails. While National Scenic Trails and National Historic Trails may only be designated by an act of Congress, National Recreation Trails may be designated by the Secretary of Interior or the Secretary of Agriculture .
Pony Express Women — This is the historical account of twentieth century women, becoming Pony Express riders in the National Pony Express Assocation, (NPEA). The spirit of the 1860 Pony Express riders had lassoed, and captured them. They with their steeds became Pony Express riders.

Information on the history of and rebuilding the Brockliss Bridge over the South Fork of the American River at Pacific House on a National Historic Trail can be seen HERE

Professional Trailbuilders Association — Professional work for federal, state, and local governments, non-profit organizations and private landowners.

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Rails to Trails Conservancy — RTC helps preserve unused rail corridors by transforming them into trails, enhancing the health of America's environment, economy, neighborhoods & people. It helps create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines & connecting corridors to build healthier places for healthier people.
Thunderhead Alliance — We are the national coalition of state & local bicycle & pedestrian advocacy organizations working in unison to break down the barriers to safe bicycling & walking in North American communities. We bring leaders of our member organizations together to help each other grow their organizations & become more effective.

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