Absolutely love all these trails with a broad range of the Sacramento area! My favorites are up in Auburn! I love the hidden falls trail.
Jedediah Smith Trail -- also known as the American River Bike Trail -- is a paved, multi-use trail that runs along the American River. This trail is pleasant, with nice views of the river. It begins at Discovery Park in downtown Sacramento and ends 3...
American River Parkway - Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail - Regional Parks
This is a nice paved trail along the river with some nice views from the bridges. There is an option for a dirt/gravel trail closer to the river.
American River Parkway Trailhead
This beautiful 444-acre park alongside the American River has many wooded hiking and biking trail options, both paved and unpaved. There are also many picnic tables, as well as restrooms. It is popular for fishing and horseback riding
River Bend Park
This is a nice park with a paved loop trail, a dog park, and a splash pad for kids.
North Natomas Regional Park
The Old Sacramento and Capitol Promenade trail offers a captivating journey through California's history and urban landscape. As you walk this trail, you'll be immersed in the charm of Old Sacramento, a historic district that echoes the state's Gold ...
Old Sacramento and Capitol Promenade, California
Lake Clementine Trail leads to the spot where the North Fork of the American River meets the rocks for an outstanding view of cascading water. This beautiful trail passes under the tallest bridge in California, Foresthill Bridge. The waterfall is abs...
Clementine Trail to Lake Clementine, California - 6056 Reviews, Map
Along the trail, eight larger-than-life public art pieces will tell the story of Johnny Cash, his connection to Folsom Prison, and his epic musical career. Visitors will have an opportunity to enrich the experience using smartphone apps and audio des...
Johnny Cash Trail
This trail follows the Western States Trail alongside the North Fork of the American River. There are great views of the river along the way. There is little shade along this hike, so come prepared with sun protection and water. The trail can get dus...
Western States Trail to Calcutta Falls, California
Avery's Pond is a beautiful pond near the shores of Folsom Lake. Picnic tables are available at the pond to enjoy the scenery; people often spot sunbathing turtles. There is a steep incline near the trailhead, but the trail levels out for the rest of...
Avery's Pond, California - 1585 Reviews, Map
Located just outside Auburn, Hidden Falls Regional Park is an extremely popular place to unwind, recreate, and take in the beautiful views. The mapped route on this page takes you to the park's namesake, Hidden Falls. There are many trails in Hidden ...