The best parks & outdoor spots in Citrus Heights

6 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Jensen Botanical Garden

Parks & Outdoors

Tranquil area featuring redwood groves, flowers and olive trees along with a paved trail and lawns.

8520 Fair Oaks Blvd #2504 (Carmichael)

“Tranquil area featuring redwood groves, flowers and olive trees along with a paved trail and lawns.”

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Rusch Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

Outdoor skating & biking spot with concrete surface, numerous unique features & lighting at night.

7801 Auburn Blvd

“Outdoor skating & biking spot with concrete surface, numerous unique features & lighting at night.”

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C-Bar-C Park

Parks & Outdoors

Public park with picnic and play areas, a baseball field, and separate spaces for large and small dogs.

8275 Oak Ave

“Public park with picnic and play areas, a baseball field, and separate spaces for large and small dogs.”

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Swanston Park

Parks & Outdoors

This week, when the delta breeze forgets to show up, Swanston Park delivers with a splash pad that erupts in gushing water jets, instant…

2350 Northrop Ave (Sacramento)

“This week, when the delta breeze forgets to show up, Swanston Park delivers with a splash pad that erupts in gushing water jets, instant grin material for little ones and splash-happy grownups alike. Pack sunscreen, bring your chaos crew, and let the water features handle the afternoon energy.”

From the Elk Grove newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Shasta Community Park

Parks & Outdoors

Sometimes you just need an easy place to move, breathe, and let the kids sprint off their sugar rush. Shasta Community Park delivers…

7407 Imagination Pkwy (Sacramento)

“Sometimes you just need an easy place to move, breathe, and let the kids sprint off their sugar rush. Shasta Community Park delivers wide-open green space for chill walks, impromptu ball-kicking, and a quick reset between errands. Go midweek, snag a shady patch, and actually hear yourself think.”

From the Yuba City newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Seely Park

Parks & Outdoors

Greenspace featuring a playground, basketball court, picnic facilities & a splash park.

3000 Pope Ave (Sacramento)

“Greenspace featuring a playground, basketball court, picnic facilities & a splash park.”

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