American River Bike Trail (Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail):
California
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Description:
Once called the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail, the American River Bike Trail hugs the banks of the American River as it flows through riparian habitat preserved by the American River Parkway.

The two-lane trail is completely paved, with mile markers, trailside maps, water fountains, restrooms and telephones along the way. Sixty percent of it is shaded. The mostly flat route rolls through several parks and swimming areas, with food available at either end. Only two miles of the route take you near motorists -- but with a designated bike lane to assist you, they're easily handled.
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Parking & Trail Access:
Trail Access Points (from east to west): Negro Bar 3.1, Hazel Ave 8.4, Fish Hatchery 8.6, Sunrise Blvd 11.3, Goethe Park 17.0, Arden Bar 17.8, Watt Ave 21.2, Howe Ave 22.9, CSUS 23.4, Cal Expo 25.2, Discovery Park 31.3, Old Town 32.

The third Trail Website is a map of the trail.
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jedadiah smith memorial trail
By harland on July 25, 2010
near the cal expo access i had actually found two bald eagle feathers
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By jgorton on August 15, 2009
One of our favorite trails ever. One recommendation however, don't park in the more secluded areas such as Rossmoor Bar. Our truck was broken into and vandalized and everything stolen. Highly recommend parking where there is more human activity, either in one of the parks, or in a residential area.
By perry on February 26, 2006
"I enjoy this multi-use trail often. Lately, the issue seems to be getting past pedestrians whom are taking up more lateral space than needed. "
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Trail Facts
Trail End Points: Old Sacramento to Folsom (near Folsom Lake at Beal's Point)
Counties: Sacramento
Trail Length: 32 miles
Trail Category: Greenway/Non-RT
Trail Surfaces: Asphalt
Trail Activities: Bike, Inline Skating, Wheelchair Accessible, Horseback Riding, Walking
TrailLink ID: 6032575

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