Away from cars with frequent views of the river and criscrossing through parks makes this an awesome experience every time you ride it. Through 12 states and the district of columbia, the trail will directly serve nearly 50 million people within 50 miles of the route. Site has info on group rides, trail maps, trail work parties, club meetings, photos. Across the nationand the world only the limits of imagination will limit its. After more than two years of waiting, the cleanup of a rock slide along the american river parkway in orangevale began this week. You can go left toward discovery park or right toward sac. Regional park mtn bike trails and hiking trails the american tobacco trail.
American river bike trail loop california alltrails. The ctf authors and sells a topographic ct map book as well as maps by national geographic trails illustrated and latitude 40. Siue even offers a bachelors degree in recreation where students can learn to design and build biking trails. Plan your own route anywhere in the sacramento region using the bicycle trip. Get map image print map from browser print map pdf you must be logged in to comment. Trail maps pdf format friends of hank aaron state trail. Travels through quite prairie land from waubonsee community college into the chicago suburbs. Parkway map view a pdf of our american river parkway map updated in 2017. The project to clear the path on the running and bike trail will. The great american railtrail promises an allnew american experience. American river trail mountain bike trail map, elevation. California state parks american river district 7806 folsomauburn road, folsom, ca 95630 916 9880205 cover photo by chip allen photography courtesy of the folsom chamber of commerce wat obser basic is saf bike trail types class ii bike lane ne bike trail. Most of the lands that support the trail system were purchased by the american river conservancy between 1989 and 2010 and donated to the bureau of land management blm to.
Its okay the mountain bike trails is not all that great. To contact a sacramento county parks ranger please call 916. Rolling on californias american river parkway bike. Robert moses recreation trail niagara gorge rim trail 3 american falls gorge trail 4 great gorge railway trail united states legend 5 whirlpool rapids trail middle section undeveloped and closed to the public devils hole trail 7 artpark gorge trail rivers edge trail some trails are seasonal. Jedediah smith memorial trail, which winds from downtown sacramento eastward to the city of folsom. California state parks american river district 7806 folsomauburn road, folsom, ca 95630 916 9880205 cover photo by chip allen photography courtesy of the folsom chamber of commerce wat obser basic is saf bike trail types class ii bike lane ne bike trail etiquette show courtesy to other trail users at all times. Click the image to view a full size gif 300 kb or download the pdf. California, cronan ranch contains over 12 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding.
Containing a paved path, wide two track, and single track trail, river bends is a park for everyone. For information, poison oak is present throughout the park. Sacramento area bikeway maps six detailed bikeway maps for the sacramento area, including an excellent map of the american river parkway. This site posts downloadable pdf files of their guides. The whole path is within the american river parkway. The mission of the american river parkway foundation is to foster environmental stewardship, facilitate volunteer opportunities and fund projects and programs on the american river parkway that support the preservation, protection, enhancement and appreciation of the parkway natural resources. Humbugwillow creek trail california trails traillink. New river trail is a 57mile linear park that follows an abandoned railroad rightofway.
The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. The trail s gentle slope makes it great for visitors of all ages to hike, bike and ride horseback. Take a short spin to explore the gap and its towns, or plan a multiday, 333mile bike tour to washington, d. Look for the wooden fork and bike wheel sign behind american flatbread. More than 95 scenic trail miles traverse the folsom areas wide assortment of waterways and lakes, offering scenic vistas and relaxing surroundings for running, cycling, mountain biking, hiking, and interpretive walks. If you are planning an excursion on the colorado trail, we recommend that you utilize one or more of the following. In about a halfmile it connects to the american river trail, close to the 3mile marker.
Robert moses recreation trail niagara gorge rim trail 3 american falls gorge trail 4 great gorge railway trail united states legend 5 whirlpool rapids trail middle section undeveloped and closed to the public devils hole trail 7 artpark gorge trail river s edge trail some trails are seasonal. The hank aaron state trail provides a key link through the heart of milwaukee county, including the menomonee valley and third ward. The above map is part of a free 6 map package which shows the best bike routes in sacramento county. River bends park hosts nine miles of natural surface trails, both twotrack and crambamaintained single track. Trail map of the american river bike trail jedediah smith memorial trail from jibboom st. Or arrange shuttle service, hire a tour guide, or book amtrak to make it easy. The rivertoriver trail society announces its seventh guided hike of the fall, 2019 hiking season, in the cache river natural area in johnson county, on saturday, november 16. You will need to pay at most of the official parking locations since they are part of the sac county park system. Even when dormant, poison oak can cause a serious rash.
American river bike trail jedediah smith memorial trail. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is best used from april until september. Adjacent to the lccc nelson campus the trail runs miles south of lake state park and connects southern illinois university campus. American river bike trail map american river bike trail. The jedediah smith memorial trail or american river bike trail is a paved multiuse pathway that runs between the confluence of the sacramento river with the american river, just north of downtown sacramento, ca, and beals point at folsom lake, north of folsom, ca. The trail runs for 32 miles between discovery park in old sacramento and folsom lakes southwestern banks at beals point.
The trail was recognized as a national trail in 1974. The trail may bring a number of different users to the trail at the same time. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. The trail was voted the number one bike path for 2006 by trails. The trail can be accessed from most parks in the american river parkway and from parks in folsom including. For access to a highresolution map or our interactive maps on the go, download the sunday river mobile app. A standout among them is the 32mile american river bike trail a. The park is open daily from sunrise to sunset year round. There is a wide variety of terrain to choose from, including gently sloped to challenging hills, oak woodland and gentle riverfront trails.
Check out directions, parking options, and mileage and elevation charts. Schuylkill river greenways nha 140 college drive, pottstown, pa 19464 phone. The borders of the park follow the south fork american river, highway 49, pedro hill road and private lands. Its also a great trail to take to the american river bike trail. The official guidebook of the colorado trail foundation the guidebook particularly helps with trip planning, getting to access points and ontrail reference the colorado trail databook the databook is small and light, fits in your pocket and. This is a really cool, paved bike trail that follows the american river from folsom all the way into downtown sacramento. State park trl, hike and bike state park trl, hike, bike and horse undesignated nonsystem routes paved park trails paved park roads flsra park boundary properties not operated as csp units adjacent state parks california state parks, gold fields district november, 2014 lakepond. The mad river trail begins at downtown daytons riverscape metropark and runs along the mad river, extends through eastwood metropark and then reaches huffman metropark in greene county. The colorado trail databook the databook is small and light, fits in your pocket and provides ontrail essential information. The trail is 32 miles 51 km long, and is used as a major recreational destination, as well as a commuter artery for cyclists. Riverscape is the location of the bike hub, a downtown bike commuter facility featuring secured bike parking and shower facilities for member bike commuters. My wife and son whos have really been enjoying it lately. Sacramento county american river parkway clicking on link downloads pdf.
An asphalt path runs throughout the park, crossing the clinton river to woodall neighborhood park and over to downtown utica. Enter a wide trail, traverse and climb for about half a mile. The blueberry lake trails were designated in 20 as an imba model trailgateway network, great for beginners. The trans america trail is 4,229 miles long and crosses 10 states from virginia to oregon. Great american railtrail imagine whats possible with a. Bar, browns ravine, old salmon falls, falcon crest, and sterling pointe. Aug 20, 2019 after more than two years of waiting, the cleanup of a rock slide along the american river parkway in orangevale began this week. State park officials started the american river trail cleanup. Enable scrollwheel zoom enable distance markers page views. The north and south forks of the river have extensive hiking trails. Click the map for a downloadable folsom bike map pdf. Hazel ave to fair oaks bridge is a 5 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near rancho cordova, california that features a river and is good for all skill levels. It is important to use good trail etiquette to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all trail users.
American river bike trail a bike ride in folsom, ca. Slighting porterages calapuyaed sacramento american river bike trail map their clathrus, stamped kinesthetically by aiglets storebought not to command agriculturalist of them. The surface is paved nicely with only a couple of cracks to bump over. The river to river trail society announces its seventh guided hike of the fall, 2019 hiking season, in the cache river natural area in johnson county, on saturday, november 16. A printed map of bike routes in and around the central city is also available at practical cycle, 114 j. Containing a paved path, wide two track, and single track trail, river bends is a park for. American river bicycle trail sacramento 2020 all you need. American river bike trail a bike ride in sacramento. American river parkway jedediah smith memorial trail. American river bicycle trail sacramento 2020 all you. At either end of the trail, you can connect to the rest of the american river bike trail or make a loop with either the paved or dirt trail on the south hwy 50folsom blvd side of the lake. Check the status of a park or trail on the american river parkway for closures or construction.
On right, follow trail through a series of switchbacks a few advanced moves required, across a long bridge to the high point of the trail. Since its free we do not guarantee that we will have any in stock as they are quite popular, come on in and get yours. Western states endurance run this 100mile run along the western states trail starts at squaw valley, california. The american river has a paved trail from its confluence with the. The sacramento northern bikeway trail entrance is off c street between 19th and 20th. The river to river trail official website of the river to. The table on this page includes links to all of the version 3 2019 official maps for the river to river trail. South fork american river trail sierra nevada geotourism. Starting at lakeshore state park along lake michigan to the western border of milwaukee county, the trail provides a link that makes it possible to bike from lake michigan, along several trails across the state.
We volunteer to support the popular walking and biking trails in the extensive parkways of. American river parkway clicking on link downloads pdf. I wouldnt try to do the whole thing with a 5yr old but im sure that little lance is out there. If you combine the north side pavement with the south side dirt youll be riding the lake natoma loop. American river bike trail a bike ride in sacramento county, ca. The river mountains loop trail map shows this popular fullypaved hike and bike route through the river mountains near boulder beach. The trails gentle slope makes it great for visitors of all ages to hike, bike and ride horseback. Rolling on californias american river parkway bike overnights. Bike trail etiquette safety tips and rules of the road. Purchase a copy of the map in our office during business hours mf, 8. Sacramento bike hikers the oldest continually active cycling club in the sacramento area, founded in 1968.
The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from april until september. American river bike trail jedediah smith memorial trail traillink. This park preserves the natural area around the lower american river. American river trail is a greenway mountain bike trail in sacramento, california. The river to river trail official website of the river. American river bike trail jedediah smith memorial trail is a 28 mile moderately trafficked pointtopoint trail located near sacramento, california that features a river and is good for all skill levels. Across the nationand the world only the limits of imagination will limit its use.
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