American River
The America River is an American favorite: more than 100,000 people float just the South Fork of the river every year, making it the most popular stretch of whitewater in the state of California. The river offers great sce... anglerweb.com
Ancil Hoffman Park
Picnic area and the Effie Yeaw Nature Center (916-489-4918) a 77-acre nature preserve. Open Nov. - Feb. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Wed. - Thurs., 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Fri. - Sun.; March - Oct. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Wed. - ... discovergold.org
Mckinley Park
Often called "the most photogenic park in Sacramento," this recently refurbished haven welcomes amateur athletes as enthusiastically as it does flora and fauna. It offers blocks of outdoor opportunities for grandchildre... grandparents.com
California State Capitol Park
HISTORY When Spanish governors ruled the California territory, its capitol was moved from town to town between San Diego and Monterey. San Jose had already been designated the capitol by the time California was granted statehoo... hmdb.org
Sutter's Fort State Historic Park
In 1839 a Swiss immigrant named John Sutter received a land grant in the Sacramento Valley from the Mexican government. He used the land to create a flourishing agricultural empire and named it New Helvetia (New Switzerland... trekaroo.com
Curtis Park
Here's a perfect place for a relaxing afternoon, especially for the athletes in your family, young and old. How about enjoying a couple of innings of intergenerational softball, a round of tennis, a pick-up game of B-ba... grandparents.com
Old Sacramento
Old Sacramento State Historic Park is a cluster of noteworthy, early Gold Rush commercial structures. Historic buildings include the 1849 Eagle Theater; the 1853 B. F. Hastings Building, once home to the California Supreme Court;... ca.gov
California State Capitol
Home of the California Legislature since 1869, the State Capitol underwent a major renovation that restored much of the building's original look. Visitors can tour the restored historic offices of the Secretary of State, Treasure... ca.gov
Earthtrek Expeditions
Raft with EarthTrek Expeditions on the best rivers in California, including the American River, the most popular rafting trip in the West. EarthTrek has been offering superb rafting adventures since 1977, so we know ho... outdoortrips.info
Governor's Mansion
The Governor's mansion, built in 1877, has 14-foot ceilings, crystal chandeliers, ornate moldings, Persian carpets, Italian marble fireplaces and French mirrors. Many Governors' wives, including Nancy Reagan, have remo... mytravelguide.com
Pacific Crest Trail
- Zigzagging its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) boasts the greatest elevation changes of any of America's National Scenic Trails, allowing it to pass throu... wildernet.com
Howe Avenue County Park
- Howe Avenue Access, where the river is deep and swift, and blue-green as a gemstone! Its closeness to both Sacramento State University and many businesses make it an ideal location to enjoy the American River. Despite it... wildernet.com
C.m. Goethe County Park
- C.M. Goethe Park is one of Sacramento's oldest county parks. A long central road paralleling the river links you to this 444 acre park's many recreation facilities. Wild turkeys and deer rustle in the grass beneath young... wildernet.com
Cesar Chavez Park
"Preservation of one's own culture does not require contempt or disrespect of other cultures." Cesar E. Chavez (1927-1993) Cesar Chavez was a Mexican American Labor leader & cofounder of the United Farm Worker (UFW). Cesar Chav... hmdb.org
Del Paso Regional Park
A 83.15 acres park with Picnic Areas; 4 Lighted Ball Fields; 1 Sand Volleyball Court; Adventure Play Area; Restrooms; Jogging Trail; Equestrian Trails; Natural Habitat Areas; Wetlands Area; Interpretive Trails; Trap Shoot... famplosion.com
Wet River Trips
WET River Trips is a California whitewater rafting outfitter based in the USA and was founded in 1978. An original California rafting company on American River whitewater trips, we focus on group rafting trips. Our Am... allaboutrivers.com
California Department Of Parks & Recreation-gold Rush...
800-444-PARK (7275); Preserving California's precious natural and cultural heritage through the state parks, museums and historic sites in Sacramento, the Delta and the Mother Lode. V, M, C, DI, W.A. discovergold.org
Leland Stanford Mansion State Historic Park
Access to the Leland Stanford Mansion is by guided tour only. Tours of the Mansion provide an intimate view of Leland and Jane Stanford?s home as it appeared in the 1860s and 1870s. Careful research has guided the restora... famplosion.com