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American River Bicycle Trail

Sacramento, CA
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Ranked #3 of 92 attractions in Sacramento
Type: Biking Trails
Activities: Biking
Description: Part of the American Discovery Trail, this path is exclusively for non-motorized use, and it extends throughout the city.
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Monterey, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

The American River Bike Trail (At least the part we rode) offers a nice leisurely trail without to many hills of steep inclines. The perfect trail for just a Sunday afternoon ride, but if you are looking for a more rigorous workout you should try the Folsom trails.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

This is one of my favorite places to jog, ride a bike or just go for a walk and unwind. It is beautiful and peaceful. I have been hearing that its gotten a little dangerous over the past few years, but that shouldn't be too much of a problem if you use common sense and not stay there till dusk.... More

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Fresno, CA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

I've been coming to Sac for many years for business. I always bring my bike and ride the trail. It's two lane and has great scenery and great pavement. Love the ride. Go as hard as you want, easy pedal to strenuous.

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Rancho Cordova, California
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

Beautiful place to walk or ride your bike or horse. However, due to the enormous homeless and criminal population that live and hang out on the bike trail, it is a dangerous place for anyone, particularly women, to be alone. Also, there is a dangerous pitbull population owned by the homeless and criminal element and this is a constant threat... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Living in walking distance to an access point to the American river is one of the main aspects of our quality of life on Sacramento. Each week, i walk with a group of friends along the trail. We enjoy the ambience of the river, bike trail, woodsy trails and views of the rafters and kayakers. Life would certainly not be... More

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Lakewood, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2013

Beautiful paved path along the river to bike on. Awesome, recommend to everyone. Great exercise as well as beautiful to see the natural beauty of the river

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Sacramento, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2013

Love how you can travel all of Sacramento, alongside the American River, via the bike trail system. The scenic views provide plenty of time for personal reflection.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 12, 2013

Lovely paved trail alongside the American River. It is sometimes hard to believe I'm in the middle of a metropolis when meandering along, watching egrets, geese and ducks perform.

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Sacramento, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

Its a great place to ride your bike, jog, or walk the dog. It's 30 miles of mostly nicely paved tarmac with a few roots that are pushing up the pavement although people try to mark them. Around Lake Natomas there is rolling Mountain bike trails and Hard trails. If you bring your dog, please don't have 50 foot retractable... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

A 30+ mile very well maintained, paved, path that follows the American River from Folsom to downtown Sacrament. Devoid of billboards and other such distractions. A truly pristine meander through a major metropolitan area.

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