Been here once. Plenty of trails, parking, latrines. Bring a…read morepair of hiking boots as the trails are uneven.

Great place to park and walk the river, have a picnic or hang with family. So grateful for these…read morebeautiful gems in our town!

Loved seeing all the salmon babies. Not a lot of fish on the ladder. Wasn't able to get in to see…read morethe actual process

The fish hatchery itself is a neat little informative spot where you can learn all about the fish…read moreand walk through the hatchery to see the fish at different stages. It's interesting to do and we have walked through many times. Just as enjoyable, though, are the nature areas just before the hatchery and the river access. We like to come here to enjoy the sounds of the water and take short walks with our dog. It's really a lovely place to stop for an hour or two and just enjoy the peace and quiet. The trails are very short but they do have picnic tables and we have enjoyed a nice lunch here by the lake as well. I think a more fitting name would be the Mokelumne Fish Hatchery and nature area because we happened upon this location by chance but I am so glad we did. We probably make the drive here 3-5 times a year and it is definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.

The water is so clear. Beautiful. Gorgeous blue water…read more. Truly amazing place A definitely must visit..

Every summer we look forward to coming here! We've been coming here for over twenty years now and…read moreit's been getting more and more populated. It used to be more secluded but it's nice to see to that more people are finding this spot as it is a,"Gem!" There are so many places here to hike and swim along the Yuba and you kind of work your way and find what works best with what you want out of it. The water is pristine...better than any swimming pool or ocean, IMO. You can open your eyes under water and it's never irritated. We usually bring our goggles but it's not necessary. There's endless places to sunbathe, without feeling invaded. Dogs are allowed on leashes but on this visit we did experience a dog taking a poo in the water, which kind of turned us off. Luckily, the owner noticed and he was able to take care of it, minutes later. The Yuba River is beautiful, you can't ask for better swimming conditions, there are a number of spots available if you travel up or down stream. The water is always emerald green and so clear when you dive under. If you're adventurous, there are some great spots to sunbathe nude... if you desire!

My favorite trail in Sacramento! So peaceful and beautiful. Paved path and you see the trail as you…read morego. Try the entrance from Larchmount community park.

Hands down one of the best outdoor spots in Sacramento! Whether you're biking, running, or just out…read morefor a scenic stroll, this trail has it all. Beautiful river views, shaded sections, and plenty of wildlife. The path is well maintained, with smooth pavement and clear mile markers, making it perfect for long rides or quick workouts. What really sets this trail apart is the variety of scenery. You get stretches of peaceful nature, rolling hills, and access points to the river for a quick break. There are also plenty of rest areas and water fountains along the way. It feels safe, especially in the busier sections, and there's a great mix of casual riders and serious cyclists. If you're in Sacramento and love the outdoors, this trail is a must. Whether you're riding from Folsom to Old Sacramento or just doing a short loop, the American River Bike Trail is one of the best ways to enjoy the city. Highly recommend!

Nice flat access for older fisherman. There are no food services here, or nearby. Bring your own…read more Plenty of grills and tables are available. I will certainly be back.

Really nice place. Clean facility. Friendly and kids friendly with paddle boat and swimmingread more

This walking path/trail access has a lot to offer! We came on a day after the rain so it was a bit…read moremuddy and cold. But we wanted to check out the area. It's located in the La Riviera drive neighborhood. There's also a nice bike path and I think in the drier season it would be great to explore. During the winter there's a lot of muddy areas. We also saw an entry point into the river to bring out your kayak.

It was a super hot day in the area and we decided to come here to cool off. Well, it did not work…read moretoo well. It was still uncomfortably hot, and it seemed unsafe based on the crowd. Pass.

Just a nice simple dock to go fishing off, or launch a kayak. Parking on the road is limited, and…read moreit's some serious stairs down to the dock, but it's never crowded when I've been there. Bring a chair, a rod and some food and enjoy the day.

If you're in your boat... in the Sacramento River... and you're near Walnut Grove... and you have a…read morehankering for ice cream or pizza... and it's before 7 PM... you're in luck! The Walnut Grove Public Dock is a clean, large mooring facility to park your watercraft for a spell, while you head into town or enjoy one of the businesses close to the dock. And did I mention: it's free! There's a fee for overnight tie ups, but during the day, it's like parking your car on the curb. On our recent camping trip just down the rover from Isleton, our group took a flotilla of boats to the ice cream place at the dock. Summer conditions in the delta made the water warm and relatively clear, and the kids tubes and wake boarded on the way up the river to Walnut Grove. We tied up to the dock, gorged on sweet treats, and returned for a sundown boat ride back. Apparently, fishing used to be allowed here; not anymore. In fact, there are lots of rules posted here, almost comically... and there's room on the wall for more rules to be posted at the whim and fancy of the city council. Definitely a different way of living than our SoCal freeway lifestyle.

On a recent mild sunny winter weekend afternoon, I visited the Halsey Forebay fishing access area…read more It's a water reservoir that's occasionally stocked with trout and crawfish. It's managed by PG&E. The reservoir is a lake with shallow rocky edges. It's just for casting fishing, no humans or animals should go into the water. The access and parking is FREE. And as always, anglers 16 and older need a CA fishing license to fish. I didn't fish here. I looked about and soaked in the sights though. It was rusticly beautiful. However the perimeter doesn't have any shade trees. But vibes were super quiet, I call it library fishing. Shhhh. As I walked about the perimeter of the lake, I noticed folks were quiet even amongst their own groups. Even the elementary school age children there were super quiet. An incredible feat. QuietPlace. And about the fishing situation, not much luck with the anglers that day. Stock was low. Near the parking lot is a short concrete pier with fishing rod holders. This is closest to the water shed. The picnic area is across the watershed. To get to the area from the parking lot, you will have to walk, on a narrow steel grate walkway, over the watershed. The rushing water provides for a dizzying visual effect. The picnic area is set back enough from the lake so if you bring the kiddos, this is the area where they can go about hooting n hollering. The area has 3-4 concrete picnic tables and a several bbq pits. It's first come, first serve. This area is not paved, dirt packed; shaded with big growth trees. Plus let me tell you I learned the hard way that the walking path doesn't connect fully around the lake. I don't recommend attempting the mythical loop. The path is mostly gravel with the other parts being dirt. Watch where you step; there was a lot of poop along the trail. There is a stretch of the path that ends and funnels you out to the narrow bike lane on Christian Valley Road near Bancroft Road. There is no adjacent room to the side of the bike lane, only a chain link fence. Cars are going 50plus miles a hour inches away from you; and they are on a curve. So wait until traffic clears for a significant distance to hightail yourself across that stretch which runs about 50 feet. Don't try to walk with cars coming at you; don't risk getting impaled by a side view mirror or worse. There is a paved parking lot and a public restrooms with vault toilets. Sorry ladies, I can't provide any additional info about the restrooms. As always, I try my best to avoid public park restrooms. But at least they have a restrooms. And to add the landscape of area doesn't provide for any natural discrete spots to answer the call of nature.

It's gorgeous out here…read more.. We've been fishing at Halsey Forebay Picnic Area quite a few times now. We've caught trout and crawfish! Along with some gnarly mosquito bites. You can pull in and park in a parking space where it leads right up some picnic benches. Just beyond that, a l is a fence with holders for your pole. About 10-12 of them lined up. If you are fishing here, this is where having a 2nd and 3rd pole comes in handy - just be sure to get your license for that!! The water current starts off strong over here and, depending on what you are using, could float downward towards our into the next person's line, so use wisely! Figure it out! On this cool evening, we were catching them left and right. Everyone fishing here is so friendly. It's fun to meet people and see what they're using. When the sun goes down, and most of the heat goes away, Halsey Forebay becomes a sight for sore eyes... as I said... so gorgeous

Do not park any vehicles here! I have had 2 RVs parked here and each had the catalytic converter…read morestolen. First was before " new" cameras second was after. No security is provided at this facility.

They are so friendly and helpful here. Safe place to keep my trailer and you can't beat the price…read more I will be a long time customer!