Empire Street Trail
Empire Mine State Historic Park, Nevada County, CA
Out-and-back trail in Empire Mine State Historic Park, Nevada County, CA. Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, & Walking.
- Distance
- 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 98 ft (30 m)
- Est. Time
- 30 min
- High point
- 2,677 ft (816 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Bourn Cottage 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Visitor center: Empire Clubhouse 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Garage 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
- Visitor center: Empire Mine State Historic Park 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Model Room 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Mining Engineer's Office 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Mine Manager's Office 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Assay Office 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Refinery Room 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Carpenter Shop 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Electrician shop 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Machine shop 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
- Visitor center: Machine Shop 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Empire Street Trail
How long is Empire Street Trail?
Empire Street Trail is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) long. Most people take about 30 min. It climbs 98 ft (30 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,677 ft (816 m).
How hard is Empire Street Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Empire Street Trail?
Parking at the start. 3 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Empire Street Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Empire Street Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (96% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Empire Street Trail?
No, dogs are not allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
Is Empire Street Trail good for kids?
Yes, it is marked as kid friendly.
What can you do on Empire Street Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Walking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Empire Street Trail?
Food, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Shop, 0.3 mi (0.5 km).
Is this a good week for Empire Street Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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