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Sunrise Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 872 Google reviews · Running trail in Rancho Cordova, California · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Sunrise Recreation Area's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Waterfront stretch offering scenic hiking, biking & equestrian trails, river rafting & BBQ grills.
What runners say about Sunrise Recreation Area
“Clean, well kept up, fresh air, and great place to get away from it all for a bit!”
“We had our road bikes with us and it was a great trail to ride with some great views of the sunset.”
Great place to walk with your family, a lot of things to do here. The view is really great to take pictures. You can swim in the Rivers during the summer. Bottom line Its a great place to enjoy with you're family. It does it cost 5$ to park but it is worth it.
Just a nice time with nature, great trail's. There's even a little old downtown area that's so cute. He shops restaurants in Little antique & boutique stores.
Really beautiful paved bike and waking path along the river. So nice to find urban trails like this. Clean and well-maintained.
Walking on this shady bike trail path adjacent to the river is a great activity. Everyone smiles at each other and greets one another. The park Rangers are so happy to explain and answer questions.
Trail conditions & character
“Be careful while walking, as there’s often dog poop left on the path.”
“We had our road bikes with us and it was a great trail to ride with some great views of the sunset.”
Plan your run at Sunrise Recreation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteregionalparks.saccounty.net
- Phone+1 916-875-6961
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7:30 am–8 pm |
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