From Old Town take a right. The bike trail follows the Sacramento River to the confluence of the American River at Discovery Park and continues for miles and miles. Sampling a small portion on foot I passed through arid land sustained by the River. There are Elder Trees, and impressive 90 foot Cottonwood Trees draped with cascading wild grape vines. Stick to the lush North side of the American River to maximize scenery and shade.

Paved black top with dirt shoulders.