Stevens Trail Access provides a trailhead near Colfax for a 4. 5-mile descent to the North Fork American River (a Wild & Scenic River), with parking available on North Canyon Way past the Colfax cemetery.

The trail is well-maintained and popular for hiking, offering river access at Secret Canyon where swimming is possible, though much of the trail is exposed and not recommended during hot summer months.

Amenities include a pit toilet at the trailhead; dispersed camping is allowed on public lands for up to 14 days, with vehicle parking permitted in the lot for up to 72 hours.