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Sacramento River Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 211 Google reviews · Running trail in Redding, California · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Sacramento River Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Park offering kid-friendly hikes, sunset views, and a sundial bridge.
What runners say about Sacramento River Trail
“we've had many fires lately so you will see some burnt areas and some beautiful green areas.”
Truly, one of the best things about Redding is the outdoor activities available. The trail system runs throughout the city, has lots of access points with parking, and has some of the most breathtaking views.
Best place go for a walk or a bike ride in Redding. Beautiful by the River.
The Sacramento River Trail is a great place to go for the Enthusiast that loves the outdoors we're talking about Runners bikers hikers families on bicycles or just walking around you just can't go wrong with the river trail. Sections of the river trail are a little more challenging than others.
Catch the most beautiful sunsets at the top. Beware, trail does get very dark going up/down hill, during night time.
Trail conditions & character
“The trail system runs throughout the city, has lots of access points with parking, and has some of the most breathtaking views.”
“Suggestions are to start at Keswick dam with the first leg of your ride being heart rate hill ( keswick dam rd ) or starting at the keswick boat launch ( iron mountain road )”
“The entire way is paved and wide enough to accomodate the number of people it attracts.”
Plan your run at Sacramento River Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Running trails near Redding
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Sacramento River Trail North - Diestelhorst Landing Trailhead
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Sacramento River Trail at South Diestelhorst Bridge Trailhead
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Popular network of paved trails offering scenic views for walking, cycling and birdwatching.
Nur Pon Open Space
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Clean, off-leash dog park with a river and trails as well as several bridges.