Sailor Bar

We used to live within a mile of sailor bar and went frequently, almost every week. Our dog loved it, especially with the accessibility to swim. There’s also a pond halfway down the road. Plenty of nature paths for a walk or run. During the week and in the morning it’s pretty quite but I did enjoy the fishermen trying to get a catch. If you don’t want to pay for parking you can park in the neighborhood and walk down. Park patrol will ticket you if you don’t have a pass

I was swimming with my son at this lake and I swear to god something pulled my son down in the water and I couldn’t get him back. I didn’t like him anyways but he had my house keys in his swimming trunks and if you find his body pls leave it on the floor thx.

Relaxing sunny beautiful good day can’t wait to go back best when you make a whole day of it!!?

Could be an amazing place but if Sacramento County is going to charge to park could you at least cut back the overgrowth on the trails so you can actually get down to the river!!! Took my dog today and every path was overgrown and with how bad the rattlesnakes are there’s no way I’m gonna tromp through there when I can barely see the ground. :(

Probably my favorite spot in Fair Oaks. I’ve been going there since I was a little kid and plan on taking our kids there! Fishing, swimming, kayaking and hiking. Park pass is well worth it also! My only complaint is that there are some people that walk their dogs without a leash there and they mess with the wildlife. Deer, Coyotes, mountain lions and a lot of rattle snakes so be aware of your surroundings!

I really enjoyed this place! It has something to offer the whole family. Great to go on a nature walk. A little cove makes it a little safer from the river. Kids can enjoy the water without the worry of the rivers current. Stores are near by so you don’t have to travel far to get food or drinks and enjoy Gods creation.

The beauty of the American River and its surrounds is closer than you think. This is a great spot for hikes, bird-​watching and nature-​admiring. If you park close to Equus Court in Fair Oaks, you can hoof it past the toll booth if you would rather not pay the fees.
Driving towards the main gate, you’ll see a path to the right of the yellow gate. Take this path and meander until you reach the pond! I have a horrible sense of direction so I can’t tell you «walk 10 yards at 2:00 in a north-​easterly direction» but if you take this path, you’ll still have a beautiful walk, trust me.
The pond links to the river and during times when the river is high, this place fills up too. I’m pretty sure someone released their pet goldfish in here because sometimes I’ll see a large orange object in the water; a goldfish on steroids, I kid you not. Another friend has also seen it, but you have to be here when the light is right, when the water is still and when no one else is looking. Maybe I’ll call it «Bessie» (instead of «Nessie»). You can also spot turtles sunning themselves, numerous waterfowl and a large-​mouthed bass lurks in the deep.
(To David O., Sailor Bar is not an actual bar. I know you were impressed when I checked in here at 8:30 am the other day. You probably thought I was hanging out with sailors from the Navy, being a lush and all. Hate to disappoint you, but it was for a hike, not Bloody Marys!)

Welcome to the American River Parkway. Fish, hike, pedal, paddle, trail run. There is also an equestrian trail should you feel so inclined to let Mr. Ed tag along. At Sailor Bar you’ll find both pond and river fishing, access to the American River bike trail and an escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Vehicles can access Sailor Bar by either the Illinois Avenue and Olive Avenue gates. There are also several access points throughout adjacent neighborhoods for those of us on foot or bike. Buy your County Parks pass here (
) and get outside. Remember to leave no trace and do your part to maintain this beautiful area.