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California
15.2 mi
Distance
2,050 ft
Gain
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Why you'll love it
American River
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The American River trail offers a scenic 15.2-mile journey through the Sacramento Valley's riparian corridor, following the course of the American River. This moderate-to-challenging route features steady elevation gain through mixed terrain, providing opportunities to experience diverse ecosystems from river bottomlands to higher elevation vistas. The trail is popular for its accessibility to the greater Sacramento area and its combination of river views, oak woodlands, and seasonal wildflower displays.
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Beacroft
~5 min drive
Easy 4.4-mile trail with gentle elevation gain near Beacroft.
Lower Ford Point
~5 min drive
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Mumford Bar
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Italian Bar
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Humbug Tie
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Humbug
~7 min drive
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Ford Point
~7 min drive
Coastal bluff hike with ocean views and moderate elevation gain.
American Eagle
~10 min drive
Steep 1.6-mile climb with 781 ft gain near American Eagle, California.
Mears Lake Valley
~7 min drive
Moderate 6.4-mile alpine valley hike with 1,755 ft elevation gain.
