Capital Walk/Bike
The Capitol Walk
The walk is daily, dawn to dusk. It is is mostly on sidewalks through historic downtown Sacramento. The route goes through historic “Old Sac” with its many shops and museums. It goes through the Capitol Building and passes Sutter’s Fort, the old Governors Mansion and many more. Most sites are open 10 AM – 5 PM. Dogs are not allowed in the Capitol Building, Sutter’s Fort, Governors Mansion or museums. Carry water in hot weather. There are accommodating establishments along the route, the first after you enter Old Sacramento. The 6 km route includes the above mentioned places except Sutter’s Fort.
June 2022 Update: The Sacramento Capitol grounds are under construction. You can divert to the Vietnam Memorial and continue from there. There is also various construction projects in different areas along the walk route.
The walk is either 6 or 11Km and details can be found at the following link,
The Capitol Walk
The American River Bike Tour
Daily dawn to dusk. A mostly level ride through Discovery Park, and along American River Bike Trail. The bike trail is occasionally flooded in the spring. Water & restrooms are available at the start. There are public restrooms in Discovery Park about 1 KM into the ride and porta-potties along the trail. Carry water in hot weather. After registering, must drive to start of Tour because of construction.
The tour is 31, 51, 75 or 100Km and details can be found at the following link,
The American River Bike Tour
Sacramento Riverfront Tour
DUE TO CONSTRUCTION THIS BIKE TOUR IS TEMPORARILY CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Daily dawn to dusk. A mostly level rid
e Bike along the Sacramento riverfront through historic “old Sac”, parks and pleasant neighborhoods on paved trails, a few city streets, and one short dirt trail. Carry water in hot weather.
The tour is 25Km and details can be found at the following link,
Sacramento Riverfront Tour
