Sacramento River Bike Trail

Thursday, March 16, 2023

DIFFICULTY: Easy

ELEVATION GAIN: Less than 100 feet.

HIKE DISTANCE: 5 miles

GENERAL LOCATION: Along Sacramento River on the South end of the Pocket Area

DESCRIPTION: This is a very pleasant out and back hike along the Sacramento River. The trail begins at the Bill Conlin Sports Complex on Freeport Blvd., and proceeds north along the Sacramento River on the levee’s bike trail. The trail is mostly paved, with some hard pack on the north end.  Should you only want to do 3 miles, you can and we will pick you up on the way back.     ** Upon returning to the cars, those wishing to warm up and snack, we will offer a break at the Freeport Bar and Grill, a short drive, prior to returning to Lincoln.

TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE: 3/4 hours each way. One way distance is about 40 miles. This is a $8 driver donation. Please have the correct bills. Detailed driving directions will be handed out to all drivers. We plan to return home before 2:30 pm.

HIKE LEADER / SWEEP:  Phil Huntingdale - TBA,        Questions?  916-408-1747 or 510-599-1200

SPECIAL NOTES:

FACILITIES AVAILABLE: One at the trail head, and one at Garcia Bend Park.

PREPARATIONS FOR HIKE:

1.      Bring a copy of your ID (driver's license), Health Card, and an emergency contact name and phone number with you when you hike.

2.      If you have any health issues, please consider your condition before hiking. If you have any health issues, please consider your condition before hiking.

3.      Always bring 2 pairs of shoes, along with a plastic bag to store your muddy/dusty hiking boots after the hike.  DO NOT get your driver's car dirty by wearing your dirty boots on the drive home.

4.      Bring hiking boots, sunscreen, insect repellant, water, snack or lunch.

5.      Bring warm clothing and layer.  Could be foggy and damp.

RISKS:      Few bicycles on gravel path.

WEATHER:  Should be in the 60’s during hike. 

RETURN TIME:  Approximately 2:30 pm at OC Lodge.   ** See above.  Otherwise return about 1:30

MEETING TIME: 8:30 am in the Orchard Creek Parking lot - leaving time is 8:45 am.

CANCELATION: Rain on day of hike will cancel hike.