American River Bike Trail
American River Bike Trail
Overview
The American River Bike Trail near Sacramento, California is a 32 mile paved bike trail along the banks of the American River. The trail connects Old Sacramento and Folsom Lake. The traiil was previously called the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail. The trail is well marked and equipped with mile markers, trail maps, water stops, restrooms and telephones.
The trail is very popular with bicyclists, runners and walkers with over 5 million users each year. The trail is well shaded for much of the ride and is relatively flat is except for the section from Hazel to Beals Point. Other highlights of the trail include Discovery Park, the Nimbus Fish Hatchery on Hazel Avenue in Rancho Cordova, the Folsom Zoo Sanctuary in Folson City Park and the annual Eppie's Great Race Triathlon. The trail follows the American River Parkway.
Well known as a family friendly trail, there are ongoing occurances of crime and issues with the large homeless population along the trail. Bikers should travel in groups and exercise caution.
American River Bike Trail Links
American River Bike Trail
Facts
- Length:
32 miles
- Surface:
Paved
- State:
California
- Start/End
Points:Old Sacramento / Folsom Lake
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