American River

I never would have imagined that I would absolutely love living near the American River. The Ohio, in Cincinnati, didn’t offer nearly as many recreation opportunities as the American River does in Sacramento. Jasper splashes in it and retrieves sticks. We run along its dirt paths. It teems with wildlife; the bird watching is spectacular. I make friends with the hobos, dog owners, fisherman, and wildlife enthusiasts along its banks. And I pull into one of the river access lots at least once a week to park my car, venture off a bit, and take my outfit photos. The American River is one of my favorite Sacramento attractions, and it’s only a little over a mile from...