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Sunriver Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 275 Google reviews · Running trail in Rancho Cordova, California · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Sunriver Park'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.
Green space featuring playgrounds, picnic tables, basketball and river access.
What runners say about Sunriver Park
“Really nice well maintained park a short walk from the Urban Forest Park’s easy river access.”
“This is a nice little park, a good playground for the kiddos, and a beautiful short walk to the American River.”
“I take my dog there for walks, because the park is a gateway to the American River Parkway.”
This is our favorite destination for our daily dog walks. It is a large park with space to walk dogs, play with children, shoot hoops, or just watch some turkeys. We love our visits to Sunriver Park!
This is a nice little park, a good playground for the kiddos, and a beautiful short walk to the American River. Discoveries to be found all over the place here. Serenity, animals, beautiful clear water and exercise for your mind and body. All around good for you park.
Enormous grass area for all kinds of enjoyment. Really nice well maintained park a short walk from the Urban Forest Park’s easy river access. Operable drinking fountain for humans and dogs. Modern safe play equipment for children of all ages.
This park has river access, making it the perfect chill spot to begin a long hike along the American river.
Trail conditions & character
“I take my dog there for walks, because the park is a gateway to the American River Parkway.”
“This is a nice little park, a good playground for the kiddos, and a beautiful short walk to the American River.”
“Large, open grass area with 3 tree-shaded picnic tables, & working water fountain.”
“Only down side is lack of parking (though free, the structures back up to a small, residential court--so be prepared to walk if a busy day).”
Plan your run at Sunriver Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecordovarpd.gov
- Phone+1 916-842-3300
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