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Lake Natoma – Nimbus Dam loop from Mather Airport

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Lake Natoma – Nimbus Dam loop from Mather Airport

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2.7

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Lake Natoma – Nimbus Dam loop from Mather Airport

02:42

46.1km

170m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 21, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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4.67 km

Folsom South Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a multi-use paved trail that runs along the Folsom South Canal. The waterway was created to divert water away from the American River at Nimbus Dam. It makes a lovely traffic-free cycle route,

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12.9 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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15.6 km

View of Nimbus Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nimbus Dam was built along the American River, and from this point, you get a good view of it. There’s a fish hatchery and a viewing area nearby, and the paved bike path runs right past it.

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15.7 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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33.0 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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46.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

42.3 km

2.08 km

1.23 km

257 m

161 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.4 km

22.2 km

257 m

227 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Sunday 5 July

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Sacramento State Aquatic Center

View of Nimbus Dam

Lake Natoma

Nimbus Dam

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