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Stamp Mill Ruins – Nevada City loop from Northern Queen Inn

Stamp Mill Ruins – Nevada City loop from Northern Queen Inn

Moderate

4.8

(9622)

14,472

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Stamp Mill Ruins – Nevada City loop from Northern Queen Inn

02:07

27.5km

550m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.45 km

Stamp Mill Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Here in the middle of Nevada City, you can find the ruins of an old stamp mill.

Stamp mills became popular in this area in 1883 when hydraulic mining was outlawed. They use wood or metal beams to crush ore.

Tip by

1.94 km

Nevada City

Highlight • Settlement

Nevada City is a quaint city that is the gateway to Tahoe National Forest. The city was founded during the California Gold Rush and the downtown area still maintains some …

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15.7 km

Scotts Flat Lake (Scotts Flat Reservoir)

Highlight • Lake

Scotts Flat Lake, also known as Scotts Flat Reservoir, is an 850-acre man-made lake in Tahoe National Forest. This scenic lake can be seen along Dam Road and has trails that encircle it.

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16.4 km

Scotts Flat Lake

Highlight • Lake

Scotts Flat Lake/Reservoir is an artificial lake in Tahoe National Forest and offers plenty of recreational opportunities. There are a couple of dedicated hiking trails along its shoreline.

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27.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.0 km

2.77 km

746 m

Surfaces

15.6 km

9.55 km

2.34 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,130 m)

Lowest point (760 m)

Weather

Saturday 30 May

21°C

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Stamp Mill Ruins – Nevada City loop from Northern Queen Inn

Stamp Mill Ruins

Nevada City

Scotts Flat Lake (Scotts Flat Reservoir)

Scotts Flat Lake

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