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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
The Alan Thiesen Trail begins at a small parking lot in the forested area of Grass Valley.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Some of the improvements to the area are plant rehabilitation and a bench for visitors to enjoy.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
The trail is an easy-to-follow single track that circles the small hill.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Tall trees surrounding the trail give the area a peaceful feeling.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Grass Valley's Alan Thiesen Trail is part of the Bear Yuba Land Trust.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Enjoying the forest along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
A bench offering a reflection point near the high point of the path.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Alan Thiesen Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Hikers looking for a steeper downhill with more gradual uphill should hike in a counter clockwise direction.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
01/18/2024
Signs offer trail users direction at the intersections.

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