Top 10 Safest Routes in Sacramento
1
American River Parkway
32 miles
Sacramento's crown jewel. 32 miles of paved, car-free trail from Discovery Park to Folsom Lake. Shaded riverside riding through parks and nature areas. The most popular cycling route in the region.
2
Sacramento River Trail
8 miles
Waterfront path along the Sacramento River through Old Sacramento and River Walk Park. Flat with city views and restaurant access.
3
Midtown Grid Protected Lanes
5 miles
Network of protected bike lanes through Sacramento's trendy Midtown neighborhood. Access to restaurants, galleries, and nightlife with physical separation from traffic.
4
Two Rivers Trail
15 miles
Connects the American River Parkway to the Sacramento River through parks and neighborhoods. Well-maintained with good signage.
5
Folsom Trail Extension
10 miles
Eastern extension from Folsom Lake into the Sierra foothills. Rolling terrain with lake views and shaded riding.
6
Del Paso Boulevard Bikeway
4 miles
Protected north-south corridor through North Sacramento with connections to transit and schools.
7
Land Park Loop
3 miles
Quiet loop through beautiful Land Park past the zoo and William Land Park. Low traffic with mature tree canopy.
8
Capitol Mall Bikeway
2 miles
Protected lane from the State Capitol to the riverfront. The most scenic commuter route in downtown Sacramento.
9
Natomas Bike Path
6 miles
North Sacramento loop through newer development with wide, separated paths and park connections.
10
Pocket-Greenhaven Trail
4 miles
South Sacramento path through residential neighborhoods with Sacramento River access.
Sacramento Cycling Infrastructure
250+ Miles of Bikeways
Sacramento's American River Parkway is a 32-mile car-free corridor that serves as the backbone of the city's cycling network. The city's Grid 3.0 plan continues adding protected lanes throughout downtown and midtown. JUMP bike share provides last-mile connections. Sacramento hosts the annual Amgen Tour of California and has a thriving racing community.
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