The 69 mile long Folsom South Canal originates at Nimbus Dam on the American River in Sacramento County and extends southward, paralleling and to the east of State Highway 99 through San Joaquin County. Canal bikeway is open year round, and can be accessed at many locations. Call for details.
Maybe — confirm before you go.
Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
- Fee type Fee unknown — The fee structure here is unconfirmed.
- Source Find on Recreation.gov ↗
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- Official pagewww.recreation.gov ↗
- Contact 916-988-1707 · plucero@mp.usbr.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Folsom S. Canal Rec. Trail — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?
Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.
Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?
Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Folsom S. Canal Rec. Trail. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Pioneer Express Trail, Fortune Trail, Mississippi Bar Access Road, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Folsom S. Canal Rec. Trail. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
The Oaked Ridge / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation Lake Natoma
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Nimbus Fish Hatchery
CheckReclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.
