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Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
The trailhead is located to the left of the visitor center building.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
A small leads into the wetlands area.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
Much of the River Walk Trail follows a clear dirt single track through dense brush.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
One of several ponds and viewing areas located along the River Walk.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
Several of the trail forks are marked with maps and signage.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
Much of the River Walk is shady and passes beneath the preserve's wooded brush.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
A scenic place to rest in the Cosumnes River Preserve.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
Fewer crowds venture onto this longer trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
A portion of the trail runs beside, and passes beneath, an active concrete railroad bridge.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
Cosumnes River Preserve River Walk Trail.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
The trail skirts around the perimeter of a pond near the visitor center.
Shaun Hunter
Photo Date:
03/30/2025
Cosumnes River Preserve River Walk Trail.