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Folsom city trails and lake trails follow different systems
Folsom manages more than 50 miles of paved city trails, while the trails around Lake Natoma and Folsom Lake belong to California State Parks.
For an everyday walk or bike ride, start with Folsom’s city trail map. The city has more than 50 miles of Class I paths set apart from car traffic. Paper maps are also available at the Parks and Recreation counter at 48 Natoma Street.
The paths are shared. People on bikes keep right, pass on the left, ride single file, and stay at or below 15 mph. People walking or running use the left side so they can see bike traffic coming. Dogs need a leash no longer than six feet. Stay on developed trails instead of cutting onto an unofficial dirt path.
City parks have different restrooms, fields, picnic areas, and other features, so check the listing for the park you plan to use. The city manages about 980 acres of open space, but open space is not permission to make a new trail.
Lake Natoma and Folsom Lake are the important split. Trails and recreation areas around those waters are managed by California State Parks, not the city. Use the state page for current entrance fees, water access, closures, and park notices before making a lake-day plan.
Where to see it
Use Folsom's trail map for city paths. Use the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area page for Lake Natoma, Folsom Lake, entrance fees, and state-park notices.
Official sources
Official pages
Reviewed July 28, 2026
Current rules, forms, fees, deadlines, maps, and office instructions.
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