Sacramento recreation
Sacramento recreation is the stuff of vacation paradise! With numerous parks, golf courses, walkways, bike paths, river activities, and nature reserves, there’s always something to do outdoors! Enjoy hiking, biking, tennis, golf, fishing, boating, jogging, canoeing, kayaking, well, the list goes on and on. Two great places to look for recreation are the American River Parkway and the Colusa-Sacramento River. But for those of you looking for fun out of the sun, head to the hundreds of activities offered by the city itself. Sacramento boasts every kind of indoor recreation imaginable. With amusement centers, skating rinks, bowling alleys, movie theaters, day spas, health and fitness centers, and tons more! Every day of your vacation will be filled with activity, fun, and adventure with all there is to do in Sacramento. Here’ s a list of some of our favorite Sacramento recreation, so what are you waiting for? Get into all the action!
American River Parkway
http://www.sacparks.net/Parks/arp.htm
Over five million visitors a year are drawn to this unique wildlife and recreation area. There are 23 miles of parkway with diverse activities from fishing and boating to sports and picnicking. Join the many outdoor enthusiasts that appreciate the natural beauty that surrounds the American River.
Ancil Hoffman Golf Course
6700 Tarshes Drive
Carmichael
www.golfable.com/ golfcourses/courses/Carmichael_CA_Ancil_Hoffman_Golf_Course
Ancil Hoffman golf course was once listed as one of AmericaÍs top courses by Golf Digest. Many new courses with fancy designs and more modern accommodations pushed Hoffman off the list. This traditional golf course is still a jewel and will test golfers of any ability.
Colusa-Sacramento River
http://www.cityofsacramento.org/parksandrecreation/search.htm
Anglers will enjoy fishing any time of year. The different seasons bring a variety of fish like the striped bass, king salmon, steelhead, catfish, carp, sturgeon and rainbow trout. Bank fishing is the easiest from the riverÍs northwest bank but boat fishing is the most successful as you can search out deep holes in the Sacramento River bed.
Jedediah Smith Memorial Bicycle Trail
http://www.caohwy.com/j/jesmmebt.htm
The American River Parkway's Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail offers hikers, cyclists and horseback riders prime opportunities for outdoor recreation, nature viewing and relaxation. The natural scenic setting is ideal for bird watching. Enjoy the 30 mile stretch of the glorious outdoors.
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
www.parks.ca.gov/default.asp?page_id=462
Just 75 miles north of Sacramento, is Lake Oroville offering a wide variety of activities. There is a museum with exhibits and a tower with high powered telescopes allowing you to view the spectacular panorama of the lake, the valley and Sierra Nevada Mountain range. The park also features camping, boating, a state-of the-art horse camp and floating campsites, two story houseboats moored in a cove.
Sutter's Landing Regional Park
http://www.cityofsacramento.org/parksandrecreation/newsroom/03_sutterspark.htm
In the spring skateboarders enjoy the skate program this park provides. Under supervision, Skateboarders are invited to practice their talent on the quarter pipes, fun boxes and grind rails. Protective gear is required!
Wildhawk Golf Club
7713 Vineyard Rd
Sacramento
http://www.wildhawkgolf.com/about_us.html
Wildhawk is the most sought after public course due to its distinctive character and challenging design. The water features and unique shaped bunkers add interest to the golf experience and the Wildhawk staff is extremely friendly and helpful.
