RANCHO CORDOVA
Find your golden hour in Rancho Cordova, a road tripper’s daydream where adventure always chooses you back.
Whether you’ve got a hankering for quirky outdoor attractions, love a good pub crawl through award-winning breweries and distilleries, or are looking for unique events and experiences that won’t break the bank, you can find it all in Rancho Cordova! Bring your sense of wonder and get ready to explore. Your next trip here is about to become your next best story.
Vibe:
Rancho Cordova is a welcoming, outdoorsy city bursting with diversity! Over 90 languages are spoken by our 80,000+ residents who love enjoying the sunshine and getting outdoors to take advantage of our gorgeous landscape. Our small town vibes invite visitors to enjoy laid back, low-stress adventures at their own pace.
Known For:
Our Gold Rush and Pony Express history, our city’s rich aviation heritage, our extremely quirky collection of annual events, our international cuisines, and our award-winning Barrel District! We’ve got 16 hotels ranging from economical to 4-star, most of which are dog-friendly.
Don’t Miss:
Mills Station Arts & Culture Center, lovingly called The MACC by Rancho Cordova residents. A hidden gem attraction within our hidden gem destination, The MACC has hosted traveling exhibits from all over the world including The Smithsonian. The best part? Admission to exhibits is typically FREE.
Historical Landmarks & Cultural Hotspots:
- American River & American River Parkway – white water rafting, cycling, walking
- Lake Natoma – fishing, rowing events, watersport rentals
- Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail – 32 miles of paved walking & cycling trail
- Village Green Park – local events, amphitheater, splash park
- Hagan Community Park & Cordova Community Pool – major events, 3 pools, barn
Key Attractions & Things to Do
- American River Parkway Trails – family and dog-friendly walking & cycling
- Granite Arch Rock Climbing – indoor rock climbing
- KP International Market – international grocery store, food court, karaoke rooms
- Mills Station Art & Culture Center – free art exhibits & workshops
- Prairie City State Vehicle Recreation Area – motocross & 4×4 practice tracks
- Rancho Cordova Barrel District – beer, spirits, mead, wine
- Sac State Aquatic Center – kayak, SUP, boat rentals on Lake Natoma
- SacTown Family Fun – glow mini golf, arcade, virtual reality
- Sacramento Children’s Museum – learning for kids under 8
- Shadow Glen Family Stables – horseback riding
- Soil Born Farms – weekend farmers’ market, yoga, nature walks
- West Wind Drive-In Theaters – 6 screens for movies
Major Annual Events
- California Capital Airshow (Rotating)
- California Mermaid Convention (May)
- International Festival & Wines of the World (May)
- Hangtown Motocross Classic (June)
- PaddleSplash Festival (July)
- Heartstoppers Haunted House (September – November)
- Cordova Christmas Tree Lighting (December)
Popular Food & Drink
Restaurants
- Arctic Fox (Shaved Ice)
- Brookfield’s (Diner Classics)
- Daddy O’s Smokehouse (Texas BBQ)
- Famous Burgers & Brew (Burgers)
- Fiesta Philippines (Filipino)
- Il Forno Classico (Italian)
- KP Market (International Food Court)
- Mimosa House (Brunch)
- SF Supermarket (International Food Court)
- Oz Korean BBQ (Korean)
- Urban Grill (Vegan/Veggie)
Beverages
- 8Teas Bubble Tea (tea & boba)
- 85° Bakery Café (tea & boba)
- Root of Happiness (kava bar)
Barrel District
- Burning Barrel Brewing Co. (beer)
- Claimstake Brewing (beer)
- Dao Distillery (spirits)
- Drink Eezy Craft Winery (wine)
- Fort Rock Brewing (beer)
- LogOff Brewing (beer)
- Movement Brewing Co. (beer)
- Strad Meadery (mead)
Recent Media Features
Head for the Hills (See Editors Note Page 12 & Feature Pages 37-42) | Punch Magazine
Rancho Cordova, California Brewery Guide | San Diego Beer News
48 Hours Eating & Drinking in Rancho Cordova, California | Hop Culture Magazine
Strike it rich on this California Gold Country road trip from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe | USA Today 10Best
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2868 Prospect Park Drive, Suite #130
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
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For General Questions & Media
Kristen Achziger
Brand Communications Strategist
916-460-8200
info@visitranchocordova.com
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Maggie Thyken Huss
Director of Business Development
916-460-8206
maggie@visitranchocordova.com