Char: "Daniel, why haven't you taken me here, sooner? I don't even feel like I'm in Sacramento…read more Everything is so lush and green!" This was my first impression as soon as we drove into Ancil Hoffman Park. I didn't realize that the golf course and park combination was so big and separate at the same time. It's truly a hidden gem, hidden behind such beautiful, large, custom homes and huge, gorgeous trees - after all its nestled in The City of Trees, Sacramento! I really enjoyed my first time visit. To be clear, the half dirt/half cement trail is a little over 3 miles (per Apple Watch) that outlines and circles the golf course. It's nice because most, if not all of the trail is shaded! You can hear so much birds and sounds of nature, but you're not somewhere in the center of the woods, you're literally just in the suburbs of FairOaks and Carmichael- it's crazy! Adjacent to a huge part of the trail is the American River. There are parts of the trail that lead you to the river where you can lay out by the water and just listen to the water, so Relaxing. The pro is clean, safe and has so much space. Great place to run, walk, ride your bike and or walk the fur babe! I highly recommend this park, for it has so much to offer!!!

I have been to this park a few times. I have walked the trails and seen deer, turkeys and a coyote…read moreas well as using this as a place to stage a second car when kayaking from Sailor Bar.

What a great park! They have 2 amazing playgrounds, a swingset, picnic tables, digger, 4 seated…read moreteeter totter and a 2 seated rocking plane that was our 6 year old's favorite!! This playground is near a neighborhood, but they do have a porta potty available for use. I would definitely recommend this playground and we'll definitely be returning! Happy Earth Month!

Came here on 3/7 with my beautiful wife and daughter, located on the corner of Rappahannock Way and…read moreCharleston Dr in Carmichael, CA. This park boasts two playgrounds, 1 half court basketball, lots of picnic tables, and plenty place to run around in the grass. This park does not have a restroom but has a port-a-potty which is almost as good. Our daughter loved playing on the playgrounds. We will definitely be back next time.

Our visit was in July 2025 to this cute Fair Oaks park within a small neighborhood. The park has a…read moresmall splash pad, and two playgrounds one for younger and older children. My granddaughter who is 8, loved the splash pad & the younger kids playground. The park is not gated and is adjacent to a walking path. Be careful if you have a little runner. The splash pad has a high water bucket dumping water in different directions. There was only one working water spout for the little kids when we came and the frog sprays water but you have to click the yellow button on the blue pole to make it work once it turns off. The older kids playground she loved the round rope swings but did get rope scrapes on back of both legs from swinging on them so be careful. Next time will use a towel under her legs. The big net play structure is fun if you want to just climb around but to get to the slides there is a big gap between the net structures that you have to go past in order to work your way across the rope bridge then to the slide. She was disappointed she couldn't get over to slides as a big gap she couldn't reach other side safely. Really wish there were rope stairs going straight up to slide area so kids can play on slide that can't do rope structure. The younger kids playground was nice. Multiple climbing structures that included a slide, rope hammock, a turning swing type activity. Parking is along the street only. Park has Drinking fountains and clean bathrooms. There are two picnic table areas. One down by the playgrounds and another by the splash pad.

Solid kid's park in the Fair Oaks area with a splash pad perfect for kiddos. Would be nice if there…read morewere more splash pad-adjacent toys or interactive components, as well as more shaded structures or overhanging trees, as the summers get crazy hot with exposed grassy areas. There are 2 picnic bench areas where you can settle in with food/supplies, as well as an adjacent bathroom and pickleball court. Large grassy area to run around and a small walking trail as well. There's plenty of room to expand, so hopefully they can add additional amenities moving forward. Plenty of adjacent street parking in the community. Recommended.

Hagan Community Park is BIG and beautiful! Plenty of open space, a playground, dog park, and more…read more There's something for everyone, including the pups. Parking is $8, but you can find free parking about a 10 minute walk away. I'll happily walk 10 minutes to save $8. Great location, lots to do, and a perfect spot for a family day out or letting the dog burn some energy!

Came here looking for a shaded dog park. Hagan offers paid and free parking. Parked in the free…read moreparking and the walk was not bad at all. Went to the large dog park side which was semi-shaded. There was a double gate to enter. A hose with a water bowl and lots of seating for owners. All the dogs had a blast here

Beautifully cared for legacy garden. Kept up by the local gardening community. Short paved walk…read moreunder olive tree orchard to community garden. Photographer come here to capture special moments like graduations, birthdays, anniversaries. Always a good sign that you have come to a beautiful space. Shaded tables, benches for a picnic with loved ones. Another favorite local gem. Seasonal creek, legacy oaks. Signage for plantings, raised herb bed for mobility impaired patrons. What are you waiting for? Check this place out and share your thoughts.

A little disappointing as I had read reviews about tulips in bloom around this time of year and…read morearrived to find none. Very easy to miss the entrance due to the fast-moving traffic on the main road. The gravel parking lot is a bit small, so it fills up fast. If full, the next best thing would be probably to circle around to the back where the Carmichael Community Garden is. It has a gravel lot, with a paved walkway connecting to the botanical garden. If you can, go on a weekday! I went on Sunday afternoon, and there were 3-4 small families and a large group doing photoshoots. Plenty of benches throughout and a huge grassy area perfect for picnics. Though I didn't see much, it would be best to keep an eye out for dog poop. It's a nice place to check out if you're already in the area. Depending on what you're hoping to see, it may not be worth the trek. Of all the flowers, roses make up the majority. Unless it's through your camera, you won't be able to see a small portion of flowers and bushes up close due to how the garden is arranged.

Water the dog park area please. With Sacramento summers there is a huge need for watering the grass…read morein the dog parks. We've only had a couple of weeks of heat and this is what it looks like. The whole dog park is crunchy weeds and dried out grass. Like a fire hazard.

Today we were in Carmichael Park for the first time. We were looking for tennis courts. And there…read morewere 6 of them! A wonderful place for active recreation. Many different sports grounds. There are also places for children to have fun. We will definitely come back again!

Small parking lot at the beginning with restroom. Nice grassy field to picnic. Once you head out…read moreyou have three choices when you get about a 100 yards down the paved bike path. (1) Stay on the bike path (2) take the dirt trail towards San Juan Rapids which is what me and the fur baby do or (3) take the dirt trail on the left. All three choices end up at a nice picnic area with tables and benches. You can cool off in the river or cross Jims Bridge and continue the trail. Its fairly level on all three paths. There is some shade but be aware of occasional rattlesnake in the brush on hot days and coyotes.

I grew up near bannister park! It's a wonderful place to play with your kids or bring friends to…read morespend time together. You can ride bikes along the path or take a long walk to enjoy the scenery. There river access for you to float on the river or go fishing. There's tons to do at bannister park!

They did not hold a fireworks display last year. We went there and the grounds is empty. There were…read morealso some folks that arrived expecting to see the fireworks display. Not sure if they will hold one this year since theres really no ads about it. The previous years that I attended, the fireworks was really great and there's a lot of food trucks and some activities for the kids. I hope they bring back this activity.

This park was an awesome place to see some fireworks..The park is located right of a two lane road…read moreeasy to get In for sure.. There was plenty of parking lots and lots of it..They had many restrooms brought into to use"the blue plastic one's". They had a few food trucks and a small beer garden for this evening event. We were able to get Great seat for the fireworks. The grass was green and there was also a playground. The walk from the car to the field was not that far at all which is a plus , because I have a bum knee right now. The park was great overall..

Super cool family park. Swing and play structures are cool. Shady walking trails. Kids had fun!read more

The parking is horrendous. There's less than 10 spots for a park & nature preserve. We've tried to…read moretake our kids twice & had to leave due to inadequate parking. It's pure luck that anyone is able to find a spot & is ever able to actually enjoy this place.

My granddaughter loves this park. The play equipment is well maintained and exciting to play on the…read morekids love it.

What a lovely park. I make an effort to take my kids to different parks and explore the surrounding…read moreneighborhoods. First time at Prospect Park and was quite pleased. The park has two play structures, swings, and even an obstacle course structure. My kids really enjoyed the three story tower with three different slides. Looked a little intimidating but kids are fearless. There's a generous amount of grass area for activities and a full basketball court. Parking wasn't a problem for us but there isn't a parking lot. There's no restrooms so plan accordingly.