Discover the Historic Charm of Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from the town of Nevada City, take Highway 20 East until you reach the junction with Highway 49 South. Merge onto Highway 49 South and continue for approximately 20 miles. Take the exit for Highway 50 East toward South Lake Tahoe. After about 15 miles, take exit 22 for Folsom Boulevard. Continue on Folsom Boulevard until it turns into Greenback Lane. Follow Greenback Lane for about 5 miles until you reach 9980 Greenback Ln, Folsom, CA 95630. Look for signs indicating Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park.

• Public Transportation

  If you prefer to use public transportation, you can take the Gold Country Stage bus service. Start by checking the bus schedule at their website or local bus station. Board the bus heading towards Folsom. You will need to transfer at the Folsom Transit Center, where you can catch a local bus (Route 20) that takes you directly to Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park. Make sure to check the times as the service may not run frequently. The fare for the bus is typically around $2.00, but check the latest fares on their website.

• Biking

  For those interested in biking, you can take the scenic route from nearby towns like Placerville. Follow the El Dorado County bike paths, heading south on the El Dorado Trail which connects to the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. Continue along the bike paths leading to Folsom, where you can find signage directing you to Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park. Ensure your bike is well maintained and bring water, as the ride can take around 1.5 to 2 hours depending on your starting point.