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Sacramento County

Nimbus Dam – Folsom Historic Truss Bridge loop from Orangevale

Mountain biking trails

Sacramento County

Nimbus Dam – Folsom Historic Truss Bridge loop from Orangevale

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5.0

(7499)

17,045

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Nimbus Dam – Folsom Historic Truss Bridge loop from Orangevale

01:54

33.1km

210m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 2, 2026

Tips

Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 1.74 km for 73 m

Customers only

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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11.6 km

Frank F. Cirilli Recreation Area – American River Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice stop along the American River Bike Trail, offering picnic tables on the levee.

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2

13.1 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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3

18.6 km

Lake Natoma West Shore American River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

The American River along this area is dammed up and widened to form the longitudinal Lake Natoma. The Trail follows on both sides. The Western side seems less used by …

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4

22.2 km

Bridge & River Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

At this viewpoint, you get an up-close view of the Rainbow Bridge that spans over the American River. You also enjoy great views of the historic truss bridge. It's a perfect place to stop and take a break.

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5

22.4 km

Folsom Historic Truss Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Beautifully restored steel bridge is now part of the bike trail

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6

23.8 km

Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

Highlight • Lake

This outdoor haven offers a plethora of activities. With its abundance of trails, it's an ideal destination for mountain biking enthusiasts.

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33.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.4 km

2.67 km

1.63 km

1.60 km

982 m

761 m

Surfaces

18.8 km

10.9 km

2.16 km

456 m

339 m

337 m

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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