American River Access
American River Access
The Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail is a 32-mile paved bike path extending from Old Sacramento to Beal's Point on Folsom Lake, offering excellent access for cyclists, pedestrians, and joggers with multiple entry points throughout the American River Parkway.
The trail features numerous developed recreational areas with amenities including picnic areas, restrooms, boat ramps for small watercraft, and parking at key access points like Discovery Park, William B. Pond Recreation Area, and Sunrise Recreation Area.
The trail is open year-round from sunrise to sunset and accommodates a wide range of activities including biking, hiking, fishing, and water sports.
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