Oak Parkway Trail

It's hard to give anything in nature less than five stars, but there is literally nothing to see on this trail.If you are not a cyclist who lives in/near Folsom, then there is basically no reason to see this trail. If you skip it altogether, you won't be missing out.That being said, if you ARE a cyclist who lives in/near Folsom, then you NEED to know about this trail.These days, the Oak Parkway Trail mainly serves as a connection between the Johnny Cash and Willow Creek Trails. Many miles can be saved, and many roads can be avoided by utilizing this trail.Unfortunately, it is not shaded at all. There is not a good chance of seeing any interesting fawna or flora, as this is essentially just a sunny path crammed between backyards on both sides.The exceptions are bunnies, turkeys, and deer, but you can see those on any trail in Folsom, especially right now, in spring. There is a cool cherry tree near the disc golf park, but it finished blooming a few weeks ago.B.T. Collins Park and disc golf park are located just off of the trail, near the intersection of Oak Avenue Parkway and Willow Creek Drive. Again, these are not much to see, and are not worth going out of your way to see unless you live close by.On the edge of the disc golf course, there is a very small parking lot with an outhouse and single picnic table.Overall, I appreciate the fact that this trail functions to connect two of the other major bike trails in Folsom, but there's nothing special about it.

Oak Parkway Trail is located in the City of Folsom , California. This is an 2.2 mile asphalt trail that runs East to West. It runs through a electric utility corridor with huge power lines and towers, crossing streets in residential neighborhoods/ and connecting to a neighborhood park(B.T. Collins Park). The trail is relativity flat but does have some areas with moderate rise in elevation as it winds through rolling hills. I did notice very little shade along the trail so be prepared with a hat and plenty of water.There are two main entry points on the trail. One being on E. Natoma Street and the other on Blue Ravine . Also there are many neighborhood connecting points along the trail. I would suggest parking at Elvie Perazzo Briggs Park off of Blue Ravine , and walk a short distance on Arrowsmith Drive to one of the trail entrance. The trail can be walked/jogged/bicycle/ and is wheelchair accessible. Enjoy !