Bike the Salinas River Trail

Paso Robles, California

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Distance

2 miles

Elevation Gain

200 ft

Route Type

Point-to-Point

Description

Added by Josiah Roe

Wildflowers and riparian scenery along the Salinas River in the heart of the Paso Robles wine country.

The Salinas River Walk in Paso Robles is one of the first sections of a planned 30 mile river trail extending from Santa Margarita in the south to San Miguel.

The trail can be accessed at several places, primarily at the south end at Lawrence Moore Park at the end of Riverbank Lane where there is good parking. There is also access at Niblick Road and then 13th Street on the north end of the trail.

The trail is excellent for biking (which can be rented from Paso Bike Tours), or for hiking and running. In the Winter the Spring the Salinas River will be flowing and the wildflowers are spectacular.

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Features

Cycling

Running

Hiking

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Food Nearby

Groups

Picnic Area

River

Romantic

Scenic

Wildflowers

Wildlife

ADA Accessible

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