Nimbus Flat

Sacramento County, California · State Recreation Area

A popular day-use area on the southern shore of Lake Natoma in Rancho Cordova, part of Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. Known for non-motorized water sports, swimming beaches, fishing, picnicking, and access to the American River Parkway trail system.

Top trails

• American River Bike Trail: Hazel Ave to Fair Oaks Bridge — 5.0 mi out & back
• American River Bike Trail and Nimbus Dam Loop — 0.9 mi loop
• American River Nature Walk and Nimbus Fish Hatchery — 0.8 mi out & back

Visiting

Parking: The $10/vehicle day-use fee applies during both peak and non-peak seasons with no free parking option listed.. Dogs allowed. Phone: (916) 988-0205.

Top spots

• Lake Natoma — POI
• Nimbus Fish Hatchery — POI
• Nimbus Flat Beach — POI
• Lake Natoma Bluffs — POI
• Nimbus Dam — POI

Coordinates: 38.6357, -121.2165. Official website.

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