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American River Canyon – Shirland Canal loop from Activity Rooms

American River Canyon – Shirland Canal loop from Activity Rooms

Moderate

4.6

(4970)

6,391

riders

American River Canyon – Shirland Canal loop from Activity Rooms

03:11

62.3km

670m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

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After 30.1 km for 304 m

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29.8 km

American River Canyon

Highlight • Canyon

A little east parallel and between road and the the Shirland Canal Trail, Pioneer Express has excellent views into American River Canyon.

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30.3 km

Shirland Canal

Highlight • River

The Shirland Canal has the Shirland Canal Trail running along it for 2 miles. This narrow canal winds through south Auburn and has a lot of trees around that shade it.

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30.9 km

American River Canyon Overlook Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Loop road and start/end of a network of trails, including the Overlook Trail and the Western States Trail. Scenic views of the American River Canyon to the east and south

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32.3 km

Old Town Auburn

Highlight • Historical Site

Auburn's downtown preserved some of its 19th century Western town architecture and flair. After its initial boom during the gold mining period it maintained its seat of courts and benefits …

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33.2 km

Auburn Triathlon Monument

Highlight • Monument

A monument to the athletes and the history of this famous endurance sport event.

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33.2 km

Endurance Capital of the World, Auburn Triathlon Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Here, the city of Auburn boasts itself as the endurance capital of the world. They made their claim to fame for several reasons. There are tons of accessible trails and …

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62.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.3 km

20.1 km

5.57 km

2.82 km

325 m

276 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

42.3 km

19.4 km

429 m

276 m

Elevation

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Highest point (420 m)

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American River Canyon – Shirland Canal loop from Activity Rooms

American River Canyon

Shirland Canal

American River Canyon Overlook Park

Old Town Auburn

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Endurance Capital of the World, Auburn Triathlon Memorial

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