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North Fork American Proposed Wilderness

Managing agency: Tahoe National Forest

Size: Approximately 20,480 acres.

Location: In Placer County, 2 miles off Hwy 80 and roughly 30 miles northwest of Auburn.

Description:

• The designated Wild and Scenic North Fork American, which forms the heart of this area, provides municipal water for both Placer and Sacramento counties.
• This area contains the highest density of sensitive species and one of the two best old-growth groves in the Tahoe National Forest.

The North Fork of the American River, designated a Wild and Scenic River, forms the heart of this proposed wilderness. Royal Gorge cuts deep into this area, forming a steep canyon that gives way to dense ancient forests. The North Fork American area contains Sailor Meadows and one of the two best old-growth groves on the Tahoe National Forest.

Among the various creeks and streams that drain throughout this area is New York Canyon, site of the tallest waterfall in the Central Sierra. These steep canyons are popular for hiking and backpacking, and they provide critical habitat for two important species, the pine marten and Pacific fisher.

The North Fork American River flows into Folsom reservoir and provides drinking water for both Placer and Sacramento counties. Protecting this canyon protects a clean source of drinking water for millions of people.

For additional information, please contact:
American River Wildlands
P.O. Box 3008
Auburn, CA 95604

Or:
California Wilderness Coalition
info@calwild.org