Middleridge Trail — Attraction in Folsom

Middleridge Trail loop is a fantastic trail to hike. Takes about an hour to complete the hike at a moderate pace. The climb at the west side of the trail can be challenging for some folks as it’s fairly steep but the reward at the top is worth it; you get a Birds Eye view of the American River, Nimbus Dam, and the Sac State Aquatics Center. The trail is quiet and peaceful. When we went (4/1) the grass was lush and green from recent rainfall which makes it for a beautiful hiking experience.

Anther reviewer mentioned having to pay $10 for parking. Here's a tip to save. Park by Sunset and Main Ave. Small parking area that's free where you'll find the Middleridge Trailhead.

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It’s a nice trail, lots of ups and downs - we got 440’ elevation, but the parking is limited and there were no restrooms anywhere. (I think on previous visits the gate that was closed today may have been open and I remember pit toilets available but not today.) After walking most of the trail, we took a diversion through a neighborhood to go over to Phoenix Regional Park where their restrooms were open. Dogs are allowed. Bikes are not but we encountered at least four bikes on our route. We only saw other dogs at the trailhead and not...

Nice trail especially the day we went 11/29 because you could see 100's of salmon just at the dam. Horse, asphalt or on foot with options as the trail splits off to different directions. we didn't see much elevation change. $10 to park at the trail head. I didn't see...