Sacramento · Sacramento County, CA

Sports & Recreation in Sacramento

Scout analyzed 124 Sacramento places and surfaced the ones that actually fit sports & recreation.

Places analyzed

124

Matches

14

Typical spend

$80

Typical visit

2.6 hr

Best neighborhoods for sports & recreation

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

Scout-verified spots

Cosumnes River Preserve

Sports & Recreation

Cosumnes River Preserve

This nature preserve is a free outing for a few hours, featuring wetland trails and a boardwalk with wildlife viewing. It's best combined with a picnic or a stop at a nearby farm stand, requiring moderate walking.

OutdoorsSportsAnimals
$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Alister Mackenzie Golf Course

Del Paso Park

Alister Mackenzie Golf Course

Spend a half-day or more here for a round of golf with friends or family. Expect green fees to be between $30 and $80 per person, depending on the time and day.

OutdoorsShoppingSports
$30–$80 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Mather Golf Course

Sports & Recreation

Mather Golf Course

Mather Golf Course is ideal for a half-day outdoor activity, offering a scenic 18-hole course. Expect to spend $30-$80 per person for a round, plus any pro shop purchases or wine tasting.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$30–$80 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course

Sports & Recreation

Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course

Bartley Cavanaugh Golf Course is suitable for a 4-5 hour outdoor golf outing, costing $35-75 per person for greens fees. It's best experienced during the day and can be part of a weekend adventure or a relaxing solo activity.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$35–$75 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Sports & Recreation

Ancil Hoffman Golf Course

Ancil Hoffman Golf Course is a good option for a dedicated sports outing, typically lasting 3-4 hours. Expect to spend $35-70 per person for a round of golf, with parking readily available.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$35–$70 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Teal Bend Golf Club

Sports & Recreation

Teal Bend Golf Club

Teal Bend Golf Club is a full golf course outing, typically lasting 3-5 hours. Expect to spend $40-100 per person for a round, making it suitable for a dedicated morning or afternoon activity. Parking is generally easy.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$40–$100 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Bing Maloney Golf Course

Airport

Bing Maloney Golf Course

Bing Maloney is a good place for a 3-4 hour golf round, suitable for individuals or groups. Expect to spend $30-$70 per person for greens fees and potentially a snack at the eatery.

OutdoorsSportsFood
$30–$70 typical3 hr visiteasy parking
William Land Golf Course

Land Park

William Land Golf Course

This 9-hole course offers golf and footgolf, suitable for a 2-hour outdoor activity. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a round and perhaps a snack at the restaurant.

OutdoorsShoppingSports
$15–$35 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Bradshaw Ranch Golf Course

Sports & Recreation

Bradshaw Ranch Golf Course

Bradshaw Ranch Golf Course is suitable for a 3-hour outdoor sports outing, offering a round of golf for $20-$50 per person. It pairs well with a casual meal afterward.

OutdoorsShoppingSports
$20–$50 typical1 hr visiteasy parking
Emerald Lakes Golf Course

Sports & Recreation

Emerald Lakes Golf Course

This golf course is suitable for a morning or afternoon outing, either solo or with a small group. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $20-$50 per person for a round or range time.

OutdoorsSportsRelaxed
$20–$50 typical3 hr visiteasy parking
Ridge Golf Course & Events Center

Sports & Recreation

Ridge Golf Course & Events Center

This is a golf course and event center best for a half-day outing. Expect to spend $50-150 per person for golf and/or a meal. It's a good spot for active leisure or hosting an event.

CocktailsOutdoorsSports
$50–$150 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Quarry Park Adventures

Sports & Recreation

Quarry Park Adventures

Quarry Park Adventures offers zip lines, rock walls, and aerial courses in an outdoor quarry setting. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $50-100 per person on tickets and activities.

SportsOutdoorsAdventurous
$50–$100 typical3 hr visiteasy parking
Empire Ranch Golf Club

The Foothills

Empire Ranch Golf Club

Empire Ranch Golf Club is suitable for a 4-5 hour golf outing, costing $30-$100 per person depending on 9 or 18 holes. It pairs well with an early lunch or dinner afterward.

OutdoorsSportsViews
$30–$100 typical4 hr visiteasy parking
Haggin Oaks Golf Complex

Del Paso Park

Haggin Oaks Golf Complex

This golf complex is suitable for a multi-hour outdoor activity, whether playing a full round or just hitting the driving range. Expect to spend $20-90 per person, and it can be combined with a meal at the on-site eatery.

FoodOutdoorsShopping
$20–$90 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

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What Scout found

  • 14 of the 124 analyzed Sacramento places fit sports & recreation.
  • 100% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 100% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Scenic, Adventurous, Playful.

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