William B Pond Recreation Area
On the American River Parkway
Tuesday February 1, 2011
DIFFICULTY: Easy – flat along the American River Bike Path
HIKE DISTANCE: 5 mile loop within the park
GENERAL LOCATION: American River Parkway near Carmichael
DESCRIPTION:
William B. Pond recreation area is one of the most well
established and popular parks along the river. This area
was named after the first Regional Parks Director, William B.
Pond. This park connects with the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail
(The American River Bike Path) and is an excellent spot for a
picnic lunch. A walking bridge over the American River
(Harold Richey Memorial Bridge) connects this site with the River Bend
Park on the south side of the river. Since this is on a paved
path, the hike will not be cancelled unless it is raining hard or it is
very windy.
TRAVEL TIME/DISTANCE:
45 minutes driving time and approximately 25 miles one
way. Return to Lincoln – approximately 2:00 PM.
Bring a pack lunch to eat when we stop for a picnic, hopefully near the
river’s edge where we can see the riverflow during a wet winter in the
Sacramento area. A donation of $3 is suggested for riders and
another $1 to help with the parking fee.
HIKE LEADER/SWEEP: Joyce Clark / sweep TBA
SPECIAL NOTES:
FACILITIES AVAILABLE: Restrooms are available at the parking location and at several different locations along the bike trail.
PREPARATION FOR HIKE:
1)
Bring a copy of your ID (driver’s license), health card, and emergency
contact name and phone number with you on the hike.
2)
It is not necessary to wear hiking boots unless you prefer. You
also will not need trekking poles unless you prefer.
3) Remember to bring a lunch, water and warm and layered clothing.
RISKS: None
QUESTIONS: call Joyce at 543-7993
MEETING TIME: 9:15 AM Leaving Time: 9:30 AM
DRIVING DIRECTIONS:
Take Sierra College south and turn west on Highway 50. From
Highway 50, take the Watt Avenue northbound off-ramp. Make a
right hand turn onto American River Drive east. Turn right on
Harrington Way (which is approximately 3 miles and about 5 stop signs)
and continue past the gate into the parking lot. There is a $5.00
fee per vehicle and self-payment is required if no fee collector is
present.
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