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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
There is free parking near the end of the Clarksburg Branch Line in a lot that also serves the Barge Canal Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
The former rail trail route begins at the intersection of Jefferson Blvd and Locks Drive.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
A small pond and park area is one of the features lying along the trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
The rail trail path follows a mostly straight and flat course as it makes its way toward the Sacramento River.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
There are a few street crossings, however the streets get increasingly quieter the further south you get.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
At points, the trail is just a gravel double track through quiet residential areas.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
Some portions tend to be overgrown, and hikers might find themselves attempting to avoid thorns.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
The final portion of the trail parallels the Sacramento River on a raised gravel embankment.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date: 
08/20/2023
The southern end of the Clarksburg Branch Line.

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