This park looks huge, and is huge, but I didn't realize how much was actually taken up by the golf course. There's a lot here, the park, the zoo, Fairytale Town, picnic benches, playground, plenty of areas for sports, and even performances. There's a good amount of designated parking as well, and while it's an expansive park, it's pretty easy to navigate. We stopped by on an early morning to take out dog for a walk while the weather was still on the cooler side. We explored and kept mostly to the sidewalks. Other people in the park were friendly as we walked past and there were a lot of other people with dogs as well. We noticed that at about 10am the park got a lot more crowded, so we were glad we were on our way out versus just arriving. If you're looking for less people early is definitely better. We had a lot of fun exploring and getting some steps in here. read more

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When my kids were toddlers and elementary school aged, we used to come to William Land Park quite a bit. Just as with furry children, human ones also have tons of energy that must be let out. So instead of having them cooped up, I'd will myself to take them to the park even when I'm bone tired after a long week of work. William Land Park is THE best place to help kids burn off energy so they can simmer down and sleep well after they have all the fun. It's really not a bad thing, I don't want to sound like I'm begrudged to take my kids out to play, but you know how sometimes you just want to veg out at home after work and esp on weekends? Yup. But my wife's always right that it's better to just suck it up and take the littles out and let me run wild than to fight the inevitable and try to keep them occupied at home. So we make the trek and we're never disappointed, even when parking can be challenging (hint: don't go at peak times on the weekend, esp Saturday mid morning to early afternoon). With all that said, WLP is really a great place. It's huge, first of all, with a big free playground on the North West side of the park, then of course there's the Sacramento Zoo which is just the most iconic place in Land Park. Then for littles there's Fairy Tale Town which was really a hit with my kids when they were younger. And when they got older and wanted more excitement, Funderland was the place to be for several years with all the roller coaster and other amusement park rides that were good enough for their age when they still got the thrill of being up and down and thrown around on a coaster or a spinning tea cup or a rocking pirate ship. And it helps that both places are pretty affordable for a fun day out. What's impressive about Land Park though, is that there's something for everyone in this 166.5 acres regional park. I looked up some stats and it features 23 picnic areas, 2 softball fields, 1 lighted Little League field, 3 baseball fields, 2 bantam soccer fields, 1 full-sized soccer field, 1 basketball court, adventure play area (the free playground), tot play area with free wading pool (in the same area as the playground), an indoor community facility, several restrooms, several ponds, a 3.4 mile jogging trail, the Ampitheater, fee-based pony rides, and 5 garden areas including the WPA Rock Garden, 3 groves, 2 parking lots, the well loved Golf course, the Sac Zoo which my kids really loved as kids, Fairytale Town and Funderland as mentioned above. In fact, for awhile I was playing volleyball here every Saturday, it must've been a couple of years from spring through fall and even over the winter if the weather was good and the grass wasn't soggy/ground wasn't muddy from rain. I had a great time playing vball with young'uns half my age as well as those who were quite a few years older than me and yet were so fit they literally kept me on my toes. There were definitely some talented folks on the vball courts and it was all volunteer organized and free to join and play. I might have to go back to it before I'm totally out of commission. All in all, William Land Park is very unique and truly is one of Sacramento's most historic and special places. We drive by often, but don't go there enough, and really need to get out and get some fresh air and exercise on the beautiful grounds of this local gem. read more

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Such a beautiful and relaxing park. The pond area is peaceful and perfect for a picnic or just sitting and enjoying the scenery. My kids come here to play baseball and always have a great time. There is plenty of space for families, walking, and letting the kids run around. The park feels clean, safe, and has a nice family friendly atmosphere. We love spending afternoons here and will definitely continue coming back. Great place to enjoy nature and make family memories. read more

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This is my favorite park in Sacramento. Extremely dog and family friendly. I'll admit that on the Freeport side, there's a bit of homeless that come and go which is unfortunate. But aside from the homeless, this place is awesome. There's a zoo, golf course, play ground and AMPLE picnic area. There's dirt trails along most the outskirts of the grassy areas. Not too much sidewalk so it may not be too wheelchair friendly. Aside from this, the park is most flat so there's no uphill/downhill. It's peaceful and rarely overcrowded, usually only during nice summer days. The park is so big though, you'd have no problem finding a place to sit. Schools and other groups often do field trips here. All in all, a great park. And grateful for the workers that keep it clean and safe for all of us to enjoy! read more

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I love that this park exists. It's big, expansive, and is a hub for various activities. Fairytale Town is always full of kids and their grandparents. The Golf areas seem to be enjoyed regularly by lots of people. In the summer, there's Shakespeare in the Park on the stage. You'll see lots of joggers. Unlike at smaller parks, there are many routes possible rather than a single track around and around. People walk the green lawns enjoying the beautiful trees, flowers, and duck ponds. There's actually enough shade in the summertime when the temperatures run into the triple digits. I love it because it is a great place to meet up with friends to go walking out and around the grounds. read more

Visited William Land Park for my first 5k race, Run for a Safe Haven, and it was a beautiful place to run on a Saturday morning! The park is located in a residential area with plenty of street parking available on the perimeters or in the nearby neighborhood. Besides the paved trail, there's also a golf course and pond with lots of ducks. It's quite scenic, and I loved all the greenery from the grass to the trees. There was also a decent amount of shade, which was much appreciated. As I continue to train, I can see myself coming back for more outdoor runs in a quiet place with beautiful views. read more

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Beautiful park! Amazing. Only downside side, the restrooms could be upgrade and should have a door Lol. Take someone with you to block lol. read more

William Land Park - Parks Near Me - Sacramento, California

I will NEVER recommend this golf course to any woman. My first (and last) experience here was completely disrespectful and rooted in misogyny. As a former DI athlete and a woman getting into golf for fun, I was shocked at how demeaning and unwelcoming the staff, particularly a marshal named Dave, made the experience. My coworkers and I went golfing on a Friday when we all happened to have the day off. A group several tee times ahead of us was running about 10 minutes behind, so our tee time was slightly delayed, which was not a problem, since we had no time constraints. Our first encounter with the marshal, Dave, seemed fine. He told us to "keep up with the group in front of you," and we agreed, mentioning that we were playing a scramble to move faster. We even brushed off his unnecessary, creepy old-guy comment about our golf attire (we were a group of three women). A hole later, Dave returned to lecture us about how we "weren't playing a scramble correctly" and that we "don't hit the ball far enough" to keep pace. His tone was condescending and frankly inappropriate. We were easily maintaining pace and I even timed one of our holes at under 10 minutes, yet he came back three more times to criticize us while ignoring other groups who were just as slow or slower. By the 7th hole, he had approached us four separate times, while my coworkers' groups ahead of us said he only checked on them once. By the time we wrapped up on the final hole, look who came riding in and parked his cart, Dave. The most ironic part was that the group behind us was an entire hole behind; they were still putting on the 7th hole while no one was even on the 8th. Yet, even with other groups clearly off pace, Dave was done micromanaging. Once our group of women finished, his so-called "concern for pace of play" suddenly vanished. When we finished, we spoke with the front desk and manager, who apologized but seemed surprised and said, "That doesn't sound like him." That response made it clear that either they didn't believe us, or that this behavior only surfaces when management isn't watching. To top it off, while we met up with our other coworkers and stayed afterward for a drink, I realized we were the only women on the course that day. Based on how we were treated, I can't imagine that's a coincidence. This was one of the most uncomfortable and disheartening experiences I've had at any recreational facility. Until this course takes accountability and addresses how its staff treats female golfers, I cannot and will not recommend it to anyone. read more

I love walking around the outskirts of the park but today I messed up my shoes walking across the grass. I wished there were more paved areas for walking or sidewalks even. All in all it's a great park to visit. Plenty table for picnics. The ultimate family outing with the zoo and fairytale land. The golf course and places to eat nearby makes it complete. read more

We love this park. You can come any time of day. Pull up anywhere. And bbq. Kick ball, set up volleyball, even have a kickball tournament, there's a beautiful playground, duck ponds. We spend every Easter here. Nothing as changed. Houses are beautiful. Lots of parking.. read more

My favorite park in Sacramento. We can only thank the city fathers who envisioned this enormous park covering many acres (it once even had horse stables and riding) before our city was turned into a never ending construction zone filled with ticky tacky boxes and strip malls. Ahem. Rant over. A perfect place to walk, run, sit on a park bench, watch a baseball or soccer match and always- to be in nature. Very popular place to bring your dogs. The heritage trees which are a dream for tree huggers like myself, and ample grounds mean there is a chance to have peace and quiet, while still in proximity to others even in the heart of the city. The golf course, zoo, fairytale land, rock garden etc. are also on the grounds. Right now there is a big project to restore the massive duck ponds, but I'm sure they will be back better than ever with our beloved waterfowl. read more

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New York has Central Park... San Francisco has Golden Gate Park... Well Sacramento being the capital city of California is fortunate to have "William Land Park" (a.k.a. Land Park). Owned and operated exclusively by the City of Sacramento, this 200+ acre park has served locals and tourists dating back to the late 1800's. It is situated in between I-5 and State Route 160 while major streets such as Land Park Dr., Sutterville Rd., Freeport Blvd., and 13th Ave. surround it. What makes this park a win-win is that in the several dozen times I have been here, it has never been crowded. You have more than enough ample space to relax by the man made lakes (where you can see ducks, swans, geese), go for a stroll or bike ride, enjoy a picnic (which include benches and BBQ pits), play frisbee, and enjoy the luscious landscaping that includes thousands of fresh flowers, shrubs, and willow trees. There is also a nice children's playground that includes monkey bars, swings, and slides. Parking is surprisingly easy to find on any given day and with the amount of trees here, this can provide a lot of shade on the hotter summer days. In addition to the leisure activities here, this park also includes a very generous golf course as well as three (3) soccer/rugby fields nearby. The park also offers basketball courts, a jogging path, six (6) softball fields, a wading pool, and a rock garden. One really big plus about this park is that it is within walking distance to the Sacramento Zoo, Fairytale Town, and Funderland (which offer carnival-type rides for young children). And best of all, public restrooms are located throughout the park as well as plenty of areas to dispose of your trash. For anyone that wishes to test their photography skills, this is definitely the park to do so. The lake also provides a beautiful scenic view that is great for engagement photos and other special occasions. I also feel that Sacramento has done a fair share of upkeep on this park to make it look welcoming for people that wish to visit on a regular basis. With that said and done, I am giving "William Land Park" a perfect five star rating. read more

This park is amazing! There is so much to do and so much space to do it in! We are here for first tee golf lessons and the set up is amazing for the kids. There is an actual golf course too! There are ponds, plenty of seating area, walking trails etc etc. The park always has some type of activity going on but the layout never makes it feel packed. Free parking and clean bathrooms available too read more

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Can't wait to see this place closer to late fall. When we went in mid September, the trees were a yellow-green color. Took our Aussie for a walk here, great amount of shade. This park is dog friendly so long as the dog is on a leash, saw many dogs along our walk. read more

William Land Park - Fall foliage, mid September. Dog friendly with leash - Parks Near Me - Sacramento, California

The park has always been my go-to place to unwind my mind. I used to live in Rancho Cordova so Hagin Park was my spot to relax because of the hideaway rock fountain. Living so far now, William Land Park is it. I spend time near the lake by the golf course and watch the animals and people watch. There's not a secluded place like Hagin where I can TEALLY relax but I truly love this place. My wife and I spend time here and create memories. read more

Perfect place for a picnic. Several of my coworkers and I have met up in the park. It's best to bring your own chairs, if you don't there are old picnic benches around the park. Our favorite place is next to the golf course in one of the local gardens. There is a stone trellis you can sit on. There is plenty of parking around the park. If you don't want to parallel park there is a lot. The park offers many things: Golf Course, Sacramento Zoo, Fairy tale town, a amusement park for little kids, fishing pond, and pony rides. read more

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It's sad to see this park go downhill over the years. Trash and broken beer bottle glass everywhere, so be care if you have young kids and dogs, or are wearing open sandals. I reserved a specific area and they taped the reservation in the wrong place. It was also short a picnic table, which were were counting on, and no trash cans were provided until we asked. Bathrooms were also locked. Sigh. read more

In our quest to keep our dogs amused on our visit to Sacramento, we took a pleasant walk in this park. We went past the areas where Lacey & Zoey would not be welcomed (the zoo, FairyTale Land, etc) and enjoyed the sights in the small, but gorgeous rock garden! read more

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What can I say about Land Park that hasn't already been raved about... It's big, it's beautiful in so many ways. And it has something for everyone. Lots and lots of green space to picnic, get in a good walk, people watch, play with the kids, feed the ducks and get chased by the geese. Land Park has tremendous history and it has it all... go... enjoy read more

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Land Park is one of Sacramento's main parks with a lot of stuff in it. Funderland, the zoo, the duck pond, golf courses, a baseball field, an amphitheater, and just regular old grass. It's in a nice neighborhood and occupies a lot of space. Nearby is Sprouts and La Bou if you wanna plan a picnic. It's a nice place to relax with plenty of picnic tables and street parking. If I'm looking to get out into nature and kick back, or find a quiet nice place to walk my dog, this place is at the top of my list. read more

This precious green Sacramento landmark holds so much meaning to Sac. Here you can find your way to the Sacramento Zoo, as well as mini children's fun parks such as Fairytale Town and Funderland. And right across the street from this happening holy grail of a park is the biggest, most beautiful and diverse, community college which is known as Sacramento City College! Ooooooh how long I go back with this park! This park has really become my new sanctuary, to release stress and zone out a bit while getting my walks in. With Covid-19 going on, all the gyms are closed. I went back to the gym earlier this year and was consistent. And then only to find out that my gym as well as every other gym would close during this unfortunate time. I was not about to let this virus mess up my current fitness progress. So, I took solace at this Sacramento landmark known as William Land Park aka Land Park! Every evening, I make way into Land Park and walking on the trails along with other walkers, joggers, runners etc! There is plenty of parking all throughout the park, so that isn't a problem. I also zone out and walk through the beautiful neighborhoods of the fabulous 40 homes which are circulated around the park. Just about everyone I see throughout my walks, are so friendly. Most people will say Hi or wave their hand at you. You can smell the fragrance of the flowers blooming and sometimes the fragrance can be strong! Which I don't mind at all but if you have allergies, it's something good to know. There is a huge duck pond which consist of duck, sometimes ducklings, geese etc. I do believe if you wanna have a party at one of the barbeque/picnic area then you can call some number and reserve that area! Also there is a golf course there too! Overall Land Park is a great place to visit if you wanna relax your mind. Whether you go walking, running, jogging, having a picnic or feeding the duckies. Every night when I go walking, I witness so many memorable moments with all the families visiting there. I see parents with their kids feeding ducks, or teaching them to fly a kite, young n mature couples cupcaking with their little picnic set up n blankets, you know how it goes, wink wink! ;0) Living in Sacramento for 20 years now and I really finally get to see the true beauty this park holds for us Sac folks! read more

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Large picnic and bbq areas, but no parking! Prepare to walk long distances. It contains the zoo, Fairytale Town, and Funderland.

Last Saturday my boyfriend, my daughter and I decided to visit this well known local park! They had a nice tire swing she met friends on, swing set, large sandbox she didn't want to get out of with a big playground and a restroom! Their looked like their was a water area as well, but it was closed to the public unfortunately. We will be back to explore more of what they have to offer, especially events! read more

I got some more photos from year. I just saw an olive tree and purple flowers are blooming are the park. We saw more geese in the pond and we already saw lots of ducks and trees last year. read more

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A Sacramento Classic....William Land Park! The Zoo, the gardens, the golf course, the pond, the kiddie area! It's the perfect place to spend the day with your family. Lots of places for a shady picnic under the mature trees. Something for everyone, and so peaceful. The Zoo has been undergoing renovations and it's really nice. A great place for hanging out. read more

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William Land Park is a very large and beautiful park. It's about a couple hundred acres of developed areas. It offers many different picnics tables and bbq pits for your family fun. You'll have to go online and fill out the application for the rental. It's a beautiful drive if you don't want to get out of your car. I like coming earlier in the morning to find my off street parking. It's a beautiful walk!! I've seen people out with their blankets and a book. Some are out doing their yoga. Great for a picnic date. If you have extra time, the zoo is worth the support. There's also Fairytale Town and Funderland. Adventure play, jogging paths, soccer/softball fields, basketball courts, golf course, lakes, rock garden, and much more!! I've also seen a lot of photography! Family photos to couples to special occasions!! If you haven't ventured out...it's worth the trip!! read more

I wish I had come to this park more often when I lived in Sacramento. There are so many pockets I didn't get to explore. However, the parts I visited were so lovely. You must check out the lily pond. There are seemingly never-ending paths for walking or running among tall trees. Most of the paths include some small gravel, so sometimes stones get in your shoes. Plan accordingly! There are a smattering of benches but not always quite where you wanted them. There are picnic table clusters, as well, for outdoor eating. read more

Must see for visitors and locals. Easy access from Hwy 5, 99 or downtown. Lots of free parking around park. Gets busy on weekends (ofcourse). Lots of picnic areas, ponds, ducks, turtles. A great for walking or running. I visit the zoo here often and then walk the perimeter of the park and stop to see what's going on at the Duck Pond. If you have toddlers Fairy Tale Town is fun. There is also a 9 hole golf course. Hubby calls it "the feel good" course cause apparently it's not too difficult, which is a "good thing". Get outside and enjoy the park. read more

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Review #112 - 2020 After seeing so many beautiful pictures of the lotus pond on other people's posts on Facebook, I decided it was time I brought my nieces over and check it out for ourselves. We showed up at around 2:30 PM on Friday, June 26th, and it was around 90° so the kids weren't too excited about being out in the heat, but they still kept a good attitude. Luckily, we found a shaded parking spot so it was bearable by the time we returned to the car. The lotus pond was even more beautiful in person so it was definitely worth the almost 2-hour drive, while sitting in traffic. The park itself is nice and has plenty to offer. We saw an amusement park, but it wasn't open due to the coronavirus. We didn't really have an opportunity to explore much since it was so hot after walking around & taking pictures for about an hour. We did make of use the restroom & it wasn't very well maintained; plus, there's no door so it was a good thing that we came together to keep guard at the front. read more

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Wow! So much to see and do here! There was a lot going on at the park on a Saturday. We checked out the zoo and walked around by Fairy Tale Land. When we have our children with us, we will definitely bring them back! The zoo was great! read more

Love love loved this park. Reminds me of Golden Gate Park and Central Park. There are so many things to do here...Zoo, Fairyland, lots of open space, a small amphitheater, ponds... We spent half a day here just walking and lounging around and taking in the sights. read more

lovely duck lake with lot of lotus plants. early morning, there were lot of photographers with tripods and professional gadgets surrounding the lake to take pictures of the beautiful blooming lotus flowers. lot of ducks swim around the lake, it's a pleasant time to walk around the park. read more

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William Land Park is definitely my child hood memory. I grew up going to this park and I have to say, it is still one of the nicest park in Sacramento. It's very big, and there are so many different areas of the park that are very nice for pictures. I love the greens and the pond there. If you're looking for a local park to catch up with your friends or want to go out for a jog/walk, this is the place for you. :) There is also a small garden right across from fairytale land. It's very nice and very famous for photoshoots. The Sacramento Zoo is also there too! :) I know that during this pandemic, not a lot of places are open, but if you love nature and wants to find something closest to it, William Land Park is the place for you. I love coming out here to picnic or people watch. It's very relaxing. Oh, if you love pokemon go, this is the place!!! There are tons of poke stops here. Hahah Lastly, if you plan to throw a big party at the park, make sure to look online for table reservations.:) read more

William Land Park - Ducklings cleaning themselves after a swim. :) - Parks Near Me - Sacramento, California

Parking is easy and the lotus is stunning. The season started a month ago and there are still plenty when we visited. read more

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We love the ENCLOSED playground at this park! Plently of parking in the area, two play structures and swing sets: (one for toddlers, one for children), a sand area (with built in excavator) AND a play pool (ALWAYS with a lifeguard on duty) open from mid June until end of August (google days and times it is open.). There is also a restroom on site (that actually has doors! But bring some soap/hand sanitizer.) What more can you ask for?!?! Certain days and times it gets packed. (Afternoons, weekends there are tons of party's in the whole William land park because there is so much shade and lovely grass.) read more

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Positives: in south Sacramento. Spacious with plenty of trees. I think I saw at least 1 large soccer field, and at least 1 large baseball field? Across the street were a few stores including a grocery store. Negatives: parking can be difficult unless you park on the far edge of the park...don't bother parking across the street unless you want to walk farther and wait for a long traffic signal. It seems this park is specifically catered to families with young children, with the zoo, fairyland, and fun land. There's a little amphitheater stage and a lake, a variety of birds, and watch your step for the bird droppings. Overall a decent park but can be more than what it currently is. read more

Being born and raised here in Sacramento, William Land Park holds many wonderful memories, I can still remember my parents taking me and my siblings to the Zoo, Fairytale Town, and best of all Funderland. I enjoyed riding the dragon roller coaster. Put your hands in the air like you just don't care! Weeeeeeee! That was over 50 years ago. Wow ! how time flies. As a child back then, this place was the next best thing to Disneyland. Moving forward 50 year, this is where we took our daughter to enjoy and experience the wonderful amenities the park has to offer. To make her own unforgettable memories. This park has different uses for different people. Some enjoy walking or jogging around the park for their daily exercise.. Other enjoy to just relax by the pond to feed the ducks. With barbecue stations in the picnic area this would be the perfect place to have that family barbecue or birthday party. For those who enjoy Shakespeare, they have readings and plays on their outdoor stage during the summer. On Sunday's they have their farmers market. Selling the best produce that nature has to offer. Are there any golfers out there? They also have a nine hole golf course. Just watch out for the balls! "FORE" So come on out to the park and have fun! That's what life is all about! read more

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I really do like this park. I've visited several times, but Saturday was my second 5k experience there and it was very nice. I love how shaded it is, the walking routes are wide enough for our HUGE stroller and the ducks were nice to watch. but BE WAE OF THE DUCK POOP read more

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William Land Park is beautiful, but huge. There's a lot to do there with your kids, such as Funderland and the Sacramento Zoo. There are a lot of picnic areas, baseball fields, basketball courts, a swim area for the kids, a lake to chill by, and so much more. However, the picnic areas aren't labelled, so it can get difficult to find a certain area if you're not completely familiar with the park. I attended a party today at the park and it was busy, busy, busy. Since the picnic areas aren't labeled even though the map on their website is, so it took me forever to find the area they were at at. However, it's a great place to have a summer picnic and/or a good place to chill in general. Lots of shade and plenty of parking. Overall, great place for families. If you're having a party there, make sure you have something distinct floating around, so you're family and friends can find you. Also, there's no alcohol allowed read more

What?! How is it that I've never reviewed this park??? We like this park even though we don't come here all that much. It's really beautiful. It's big, it's got so much to offer, but it's also quite crowded whenever we can spend some meaningful time there which is on the weekends. We like coming to Fairytale Town and sometimes we go to check out and say hi to the animals at SacZoo. There's also Funderland, which is a kiddie amusement park with roller coaster rides and such, but this review isn't about those kids fun places, it's about WL Park itself. WL is nice because it's like a little oasis away from the hustle and bustle of city life in Sacramento. You can enjoy a leisurely stroll under the big trees along any of the paths throughout the park. You can look up at the big sky at night and actually gaze up stars! You can walk alongside the pond and visit with (chase?) the ducks. There's lots of picnic tables throughout the park for family gatherings, but those require reservation with City of Sac Park and Rec. However, I'm pretty sure on weekdays (and even on weekends if not occupied or reserved) you can just chill at a picnic table and have a nice picnic lunch with your friends and family. This park is well kept and beautiful. The landscaping is natural and provide wonderful backdrops of photo shoots too. It's centrally located in the heart of Sacramento in the Land Park neighborhood (duh), and just right across from Sacramento City College so there's a lot of events held here at WL Park. For your convenience there's also tons of restaurants, cafes, grocery stores, and other shops around so you can get drinks and food before or after your trip here. There's also a golf course that's pretty renown here, but I don't golf so I don't know much about it, I just know it's nice enough. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, there are still several playgrounds with play structures here for all the little kids or the young at heart. A great park overall, and I'm glad William Land Park remains a well-maintained and treasured public park in Sacramento for our community today and for generations to come. =) read more