E-bikes on American River Parkway
Sacramento & Gold Country, California · Sacramento · Managed by Sacramento County Regional Parks
🟢 Class 1 & 2 allowed — no Class 3
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Which classes: Class 1 and 2 yes; Class 3 not allowed
The rules
Class 1 and 2 e-bikes may ride the paved trail, but Class 3 e-bikes and e-motorcycles are banned on Regional Parks trails. A 15 mph speed limit applies to every rider. The trail is open sunrise to sunset.
What the official source says:
Class 3 e-bikes are not permitted in Regional Parks facilities, including the American River Parkway and Dry Creek Parkway trails.
Source: Sacramento County Regional Parks
📞 Call ahead: 916-875-6961 (rules and closures change)
32 miles · paved
Gear for this ride
- Thule EasyFold XT 2 hitch rackFolding 2-bike hitch rack rated for 65 lb per bike — enough for most e-bikes. Check your bike's weight first.
- Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lockKryptonite's top-rated U-lock, Sold Secure Gold, for trailheads and town stops.
- Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
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California's e-bike classes
California has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph, with a speedometer). All three need working pedals and a motor under 750 watts. California e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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