Bridge over American River – Lake Natoma loop from Fair Oaks + San Juan

Bike touring routes & trails

Bridge over American River – Lake Natoma loop from Fair Oaks + San Juan

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Bridge over American River – Lake Natoma loop from Fair Oaks + San Juan

03:05

53.0km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 31.2 km for 214 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

12.6 km

Bridge over American River

Highlight • Bridge

A wide bike bridge and beautiful views of the river... hard to beat!

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25.7 km

Frank Cirill Recreation Area

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely place to sit and cool off with great views over the American River. Unpack your lunch and enjoy a seat on one of the picnic benches or under a shady tree.

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29.2 km

Also the American River Bike Trail, this segment of the paved two-lane bike path runs under a tunnel of trees by the riverside. There are numerous gravel and singletrack connecting trails that you can use to explore Mississippi Bar.

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31.3 km

Lake Natoma

Lake

33.3 km

View of Lake Natoma

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views of Lake Natoma from the American River Bike Trail. The trail is paved and this section follows along the banks of the lake, so there are multiple spots that give you these amazing views.

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34.8 km

Folsom State Recreational Area Forest

Forest

42.7 km

Lake Natoma

Highlight • Lake

Lake Natoma is a freshwater reservoir created by the Nimbus Dam. This is a particularly good spot to stop and catch a good photo opportunity with the clear waters of the lake behind you.

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45.4 km

Sacramento State Aquatic Center

Highlight • Rest Area

If you're up for a day of fun on Lake Natoma, check out this aquatic center. They offer classes and equipment rentals for various watersports like sailing, rowing, paddling, windsurfing, …

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45.6 km

Nimbus Dam

Highlight • Structure

Nimbus Dam is a hydroelectric dam located along the American River in Sacramento. It's 87 feet tall and spans 1,093 feet wide and creates Lake Natoma reservoir.

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49.8 km