Did you know that American River Canyon North has more than 5 miles of pedestrian/bike trails? If you are one of the many residents who already travels these trails several days a week, either morning, noon, or night, you will be able to complete you trip in one direction without traveling on streets. Thanks to the City of Folsom Planning Commission, the Landscape and Lighting District, and most importantly, Elliott Homes, these trails allow you to enjoy the beautiful scenery ARCN has to offer and plenty of exercise to boot! Stairs, hills, and long curvy flat stretches challenge even the most avid jogger or bicyclist. The trail begins on Baldwin Dam Road. For nearly 1/2 a mile, it continues North, slightly up-hill winding in and out of trees towards Baldwin Dam Reservoir. Near the end of the road, the trail climbs the hill into ARCN. At the top, you have a great view of Folsom Dam. Rest awhile at the top on one of the many benches located along side the trail or continue on.
As you work your way down the hill you can take a side trip into the lower section of Village 6B. There, beneath the power lines, you cross over Linda Creek for a short walk over bridges amongst beautiful oak trees and vegetation. Once you leave Village 6B you head south crossing over ARC Drive where the trail continues between the houses. Few people know that the main water lines, 54" in diameter, from San Juan Water District run along this route carrying water to North Folsom, Orangevale and beyond. About midway down the trail, if you’re a jogger and love stairs, you’ll love this spot. Left takes you to Cascade Falls Dr. or right to Canyon Falls Dr., either way gives you the ultimate "Stairmaster" workout!
The next section of trail is the longest and prettiest. Here you will find old growth pine as it winds around the hillside into Village 8A and the waterfall area. Village 8A and 8B are the newest additions to the trail. By following the power lines, the trail was placed to allow for plenty of landscaping. 8B Starts either at ARC Drive or Cascade Fall Drive as it travels through 8B. Elliott has done considerable rockwork along the way and again, if steps are what you want, there’s plenty here as well. From the top of 8A just before you head down the stairs, you will have a great view of Village 4A. 
You continue on down the hill into 4A and follow the creek to Baldwin Dam Road where you can start all over again! As you walk or jog in the evening, you will have a great view of the beautiful homes being built on the 19 custom lots in Village 4A. ARCN trails have something for Everyone. Whether you’re a walker, jogger, bicyclist, or whatever, you’ll enjoy your experience every time.Happy Trails!
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