Elk Grove

Elk Grove, California, United States

If you appreciate the outdoors, northern California is a dream come true. It has a bit of everything: rugged mountains and coastlines, vineyard-draped foothills, turquoise lakes, and otherworldly forests as well as marshes, wetlands, and riparian habitats. In and around Elk Grove, hikers can explore a wide variety of northern California’s terrains and trails, many accessible year-round. Here is an overview of the top local hiking areas and some of the most popular trails.

13501 Franklin Blvd
Galt, CA

A 20-minute drive from Elk Grove, the Cosumnes River Preserve offers several miles of pristine hiking trails.

13501 Franklin Blvd
Galt, CA

The preserve is home to more than 250 bird species, 40 fish species, and 400+ plant species and is a great place to observe vernal pool grasslands and wetland habitat.

Elk Grove

Elk Grove, California, United States

When you visit or live in Elk Grove, you have easy access to both suburban convenience and the great outdoors. From downtown Elk Grove, it’s only an 8-minute drive to the peaceful and scenic Camden Park, a family-friendly area with walking trails along a creek.

13501 Franklin Blvd
Galt, CA

The stunning boardwalks and bridges that you will find on our hiking trails around Elk Grove make for the perfect instagram posts!

Elk Grove

Elk Grove, California, United States

There are many paved, easy walking loops within the area where you can experience the wetlands and upland habitats in Elk Grove. These family-friendly and wheelchair-accessible trails offer wonderful opportunities for environmental education, birding, and light exercise, but please leave your furry friend at home.