Welcome to Sacramento, where made-to-order weather, an active community and all levels of competition combine for an amazing recreational environment! From rivers to dry land, Sacramento offers an abundance of outdoor activities and countless trails to explore.

 Water & Land Activities

Joggers, cyclists, boaters, wildlife-enthusiasts and general outdoor-lovers will find their paradise along the American River Parkway, a 32-mile, 4,900-acre park that runs through the county. Visitors can explore the parkway on foot or on water, and golf, as well as picnic sites are also available.

Sacramento sits at the confluence of two major rivers, which provide a natural playground for jet skis, ski boats, patio boats, and houseboats.  The conditions on the Sacramento River are glassy and safe for perfect wakeboarding or waterskiing, and the unique Delta region turns ordinary house boating into an opportunity for exploration.  Fishing is a popular activity on the Sacramento and American rivers.   Catches include trout, catfish, large- and small-mouth bass, perch and kokanee. 2015 will see the Bassmaster Elite Series on the Sacramento River drawing the top bass fishermen in the world.

Up the American River you'll find some of the top whitewater rafting conditions imaginable.  Varying levels of difficulty are available, starting with the North Fork where giant boulders and a steep, narrow riverbed create four miles of intense class IV+ rapids. The Middle Fork is a deep and rugged canyon with numerous class III and some technical class IV rapids perfect for eager first-timers and active athletic individuals to conquer. The South Fork has something for everyone. It is the most popular introductory whitewater river in the western United States, yet it also satisfies experienced rafters with numerous class III rapids. 

Golfers know that the place to really get your heart racing is at a challenging course!  The Sacramento area boasts more than 100 courses.  The selection is impressive, from Ancil  Hoffman being listed as one of Golf Digest's 75 Top Public Courses to The Ridge as designed by legendary Robert Trent Jones II.  Whether you favor “links-style” courses with gently rolling, driver-friendly fairways or challenging obstacle like lakes and oak trees, you'll find the perfect course for a fun day in Sacramento.