Originally Posted by
Darth Lefty
There's a spot on Google Maps near my home that pops up as a bike trail, from the ARBT to nearby Mississippi Bar Rd.
It's basically up a cliff. (
Terrain view) There is a trail, but you will not be riding up it on your Domane/Madone.
Bike trails are very loosely defined. They can be paved, gravel or dirt. Some are flat and very rideable, others fit only for goats.
Looking at the aerial view, I suspect that the town or county in charge of the trail along the river wanted to show multiple access points.
Near me is a very rideable paved bike path. The county lists lots of access points along the way, but some only wok if you wear hiking boots and are immune to poison ivy. OTOH, good access points are miles apart.