ORANGEVALE, Calif. — Cyclists and runners who use the American River Bike Trail near Negro Bar State Park got some good news this week.
A portion of the trail that was off-limits due to a rock slide is getting cleared and re-opened after nearly three years!
Back in January 2017, a storm caused rocks from Orangevale Bluff to come crashing down on the trail. Ever since cyclists and runners had to avoid this part of the trail.
Monday marked the first day that contractors started the debris removal process.
"We're finally fortunate enough to have a contract executed that will start the first phase of the project," said Rich Preston, state parks superintendent. "This first phase will last a couple weeks during the initial cleanup, but the trail is going to remain closed until we can do the rest of the stabilization."
Debris removal begins on the American River Bike Trail
They're hoping to complete the project by the end of the fall. In the meantime, Preston is urging cyclists and runners to stay clear of the area until the process is complete.
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