Lake Natoma Park

20-Year Conceptual Plan

Envisioning a future that connects Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, Lake Natoma, and the City of Folsom along the American River corridor.
The Lake Natoma Park 20-Year Conceptual Plan explores recreation, habitat, and connectivity.

Featured Concepts for Lake Natoma Park

The concepts below highlight a selection of ideas from the broader Lake Natoma Park vision—exploring opportunities for recreation, habitat connectivity, and community connection.

Wildlife movement is an important part of the Lake Natoma Park vision, supporting habitat connectivity throughout the American River corridor.

Wildlife Crossing Concepts

Two approaches are explored below for improving safe wildlife movement across Folsom Boulevard.

Wildlife undercrossing across Folsom Boulevard, supporting safe wildlife passage.

Wildlife overcrossing across Folsom Boulevard, improving habitat connectivity.

Wind-and-Rain Bridge Concept

Beyond improving habitat connectivity, the Lake Natoma Park vision also explores opportunities to enhance recreation, access, and community connection. One example is a wind-and-rain bridge inspired by Chinese architectural traditions, creating a new connection across Lake Natoma while honoring the area's Chinese heritage.

Wind-and-rain bridge for pedestrians and cyclists across Lake Natoma.

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Friends of Folsom Preservation

Mission Statement

To advocate and lobby for the protection and preservation of quality of life, heritage and cultural resources, and the natural environment of Folsom, California;

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