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JOHN.SCOTT.LAMBColumbia Resident &
Former Cavern
Guide
South of Vallecito and Hwy 49, there’s
a very short but memorable hike
called Natural Bridges. The area has
been a magnet for gold explorers and
locals since the 1850s and it features
two prominent caves where Coyote
Creek flows through. In summertime,
you can swim right through the
upper cave – amazing! Look for the
signed turnoff about 3 miles south of
Moaning Cavern on Parrots Ferry Rd.Top: Tepees, Marshall Gold Discovery State
Historic Park
Left: Museum, Marshall Gold Discovery State
Historic Park
Right: Main St, Jamestown