AMERICAN RIVER – NIMBUS DAM WALK 6.2 MILES
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American River—Nimbus Dam Walk—6.2 miles.
📅 Every Friday
⏰ 7:45 AM – 9:45 AM (PST)
📍 Fair Oaks Brew Pub
7988 California Avenue, Fair Oaks, CA 95628
➤ Directions
Your Weekly Scenic Escape Along the American River — All Are Welcome!
Join the Fair Oaks Sisters & Misters for a scenic 6.2-mile walk along the American River! Starting at Fair Oaks Brew Pub, the route takes you down Bridge Street, across the Fair Oaks Walking Bridge, along the river, up to the Nimbus Dam, and back. It’s the perfect way to start your Friday — surrounded by nature, friendly faces, and a little morning exercise.
✅ Meet at Fair Oaks Brew Pub — 7988 California Ave
✅ Beautiful river & bridge views
✅ Leashed dogs welcome 🐕
✅ Friendly group atmosphere
✅ Weekly social wellness walk
🌞 Pro Tip: Bring water and comfy walking shoes — the path is mostly flat but just over six miles round trip.
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About Nimbus Dam
Nimbus Dam is located on the American River in Fair Oaks, California, and plays a key role in controlling water flow from Folsom Dam downstream to the Sacramento area. The dam was constructed in 1955 by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation and is part of the Central Valley Project.
General Travel Information:
Location: Off Hazel Avenue, near Highway 50 in Fair Oaks, California
Activities Nearby:
- Nimbus Fish Hatchery: A popular attraction where visitors can learn about salmon and steelhead conservation, walk along the fish ladder, and enjoy scenic views.
- American River Parkway: Offers biking, hiking, and jogging trails along the river.
- Boating & Fishing: The river below the dam is known for fishing, particularly for steelhead trout and salmon.
- Best Time to Visit: Fall and winter months (October–February) are ideal for seeing salmon and steelhead migration at the hatchery.
- Parking & Fees: Parking is typically available at the fish hatchery and along the parkway, with some areas requiring a small fee.
- Accessibility: The fish hatchery and river trails are wheelchair accessible.
- Nearby Cities: Sacramento is about a 20-minute drive away.
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