2018 Map of French Corral

About this map

French Corral and the surrounding gold country of Nevada County are defined by the convergence of the North Yuba River and South Yuba River. This 2018 survey reveals a landscape where hydraulic mining legacy meets modern recreation, anchored by the Bridgeport Covered Bridge at the river's edge. The high ground of San Juan Ridge separates the drainage basins, dotted with small communities like Birchville and Dobbins. The presence of the Colgate Tunnel and several named bars, including French Bar and Condemned Bar, alludes to the extensive water management and mining history of the region. Local connectivity is maintained through a network of winding routes such as Pleasant Valley Road and Bitney Springs Road, while recreational corridors like the Buttermilk Bend Trail and Point Defiance Loop Trail provide access to the steep canyon slopes.