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Hiking loop from Fair Oaks
02:07
8.29km
30m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: July 2, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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4.15 km
Fish ladder and Nimbus Fish Hatchery
Highlight • Structure
The salmon run occurs in fall, with hatchery operations taking place from the beginning of November through mid-December. The steelhead trout run occurs in winter, with hatchery operations taking place from January through February.
Visits are free
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The raceways (little fish ponds) close approximately 2:00 p.m. daily wildlife.ca.gov/Fishing/Hatcheries/Nimbus
Tip by
5.54 km
Jedidiah Smith Memorial Trail (American River Bike Trail)
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Tip by
8.29 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.02 km
276 m
Surfaces
7.94 km
178 m
172 m
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