Quick Facts 874 acres of oak woodlands spanning the Raccoon Creek and Bear River watersheds Consists of four separate but adjacent preserves (click on each link for more information on the individual preserves): Taylor Ranch Preserve Kotomyan Big Hill Preserve Liberty Ranch Big Hill Preserve Outman Big Hill Preserve 7+ Read more…
Quick Facts: 246 acres in Sheridan Annual grasslands with vernal pools and other wetlands Protected in 2022 by Conservation Easement as mitigation for landowner PG&E Home to the vernal pool fairy shrimp, a rare species listed as threatened by the US Endangered Species Act Named in honor of historic Nisenan Read more…
Near downtown Auburn, this beloved preserve includes an interpretive nature trail, picnic areas, seasonal stream, wildflowers, a gathering space, and much more to enjoy.
16-acre community park east of Auburn. The multi-purpose sports field surrounded by oak woodlands is a beautiful setting for family recreation.
Waterside preserve along Lake Clementine and North Fork American River, ensuring permanent continued public access to the lake and river.
Peaceful historic riverside park on the South Fork Yuba River off Interstate 80. Take a break from the road to enjoy the beautiful Sierra scenery!
Scenic preserve along North Fork American River south of Weimar. Year-round recreation access, including a section of the popular Codfish Falls Trail.
Quick Facts: 11 acres off Highway 193 in Newcastle Protected since 1999 The Labadie family generously worked with Placer Land Trust to place a conservation easement on this property, which contains a pond, stream, wetlands, and oak woodlands in western Placer County. Wetlands and Riparian Habitat The Columbia Wetlands Preserve Read more…
A working walnut orchard near Lincoln. Placer Land Trust purchased the Agricultural Conservation Easement from the landowners at market value. The easement permanently protects the property from subdivision and development while allowing the landowners to continue their agricultural operations.
Quick Facts: 912 acres of oak woodlands along the Bear River in rural Lincoln Protected since December 2007 with funds from the California Wildlife Foundation Remote Wilderness Protection Placer Land Trust’s Bear River Protection Program envisions protection of the Bear River watershed from Lake Combie to Camp Far West Reservoir. Read more…