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Kern County
Bakersfield

The Park at River Walk – The Park at River Walk loop from Valley Plaza Mall

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United States
California
Kern County
Bakersfield

The Park at River Walk – The Park at River Walk loop from Valley Plaza Mall

Moderate

2.6

(15)

43

riders

The Park at River Walk – The Park at River Walk loop from Valley Plaza Mall

03:01

47.1km

100m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 27.8 km for 74 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

8.81 km

Kern River Parkway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Kern River Parkway runs for miles through Bakersfield, crossing a number of varied habitats. The trail passes along nature preserves, city parks, and developed areas, each offering their own unique elements to the trail.

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2

11.9 km

The Park at River Walk

Highlight • Rest Area

The Park at River Walk, also known as River Walk Park, spans 32 acres and is open to the public. Visitors can enjoy two lakes, a stretch of the Kern …

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3

12.5 km

The Park at River Walk

Highlight • Rest Area

This 32-acre park is home to an amphitheater, two ponds, trails, fountains, picnic areas, BBQs, and more. It's a great spot to bring the family whether you stay for the day or are just passing through.

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4

16.6 km

Kern River

Highlight • River

The Kern River begins with snowmelt from the Sierra Nevada mountains and flows through Bakersfield to Kern Canyon. It was panned during the gold rush and stretches 165 miles across California.

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5

19.1 km

Cross Valley Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Cross Valley Canal stretches 21.5 miles along the Kern River. It was built by the Kern County Water Agency in 1975 and is a scenic trail offering views of …

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6

30.5 km

Majestic Fox Theater

Highlight • Monument

Bakersfield's Fox Theater has been in operation since 1930. Originally built to screen films it is now a multi-use venue that plays hosts to all kinds of events and concerts. …

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B

47.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.1 km

9.73 km

9.58 km

4.65 km

3.04 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.7 km

8.56 km

4.99 km

1.96 km

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Highest point (180 m)

Lowest point (110 m)

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Saturday 27 June

31°C

19°C

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