Rancho Cordova

By: DogTrekker Staff
A vibrant dog park bathed in sunlight features abundant greenery with mature trees, offering ample shade for leisurely outdoor activities. In the distance is a well-equipped playground that presents an additional activity area. An inviting picnic table spreads out nearby, ideal for enjoying meals al fresco or taking relaxing breaks from play. A neatly-placed trash bin aids in maintaining the park's cleanliness for everyone's enjoyment. Dominating the scene is a generously wide dirt path gracefully curving through the expanse of grass, promising exploratory walks and lively fetch games.
Photo by @adventure_rn.

Rancho Cordova curves along the American River between Sacramento and Folsom, in Northern California’s sun-splashed Gold Country. This charming, dog-friendly community has trails, parks, open-air patios, and nearly a dozen hotels that welcome four-legged family members.

Start your stay with a walk on the American River Parkway-Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail, and pause to play fetch in the fenced dog park at Hagan Community Park. Then, ramble up Highway 50 to paddle and splash on Lake Natoma. When it’s time to refuel, swing by the Barrel District for food truck fare and a pint at Burning Barrel Brewing, or wind down with bourbon at J.J. Pfister Distilling.

 

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