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Pedal Your Way Through Rancho Cordova

Post Date:03/18/2025 1:00 AM

Spring is just around the corner, and with beautiful sunny days ahead, there’s no better time to dust off your bike and explore Rancho Cordova’s incredible trails. Whether you’re looking for a scenic ride along the river, a peaceful path through nature, or a long stretch to rack up the miles, there’s a perfect route waiting for you.

American River Parkway
One of the best places to ride in Rancho Cordova is the American River Parkway. This beloved trail offers miles of smooth, scenic riding along the American River, making it a go-to for both casual riders and serious cyclists. Whether you’re starting at Hagan Park or cruising toward Lake Natoma, you’ll enjoy stunning river views, plenty of wildlife, and a truly relaxing ride.
Hagan Park
Nestled along the Parkway, Hagan Park is a perfect starting point for your ride. With ample parking, picnic spots, and access to the larger trail network, it’s a great place to begin or end your biking adventure.
Stone Creek Community Bike Trail
Looking for a short but unique ride? The Stone Creek Community Bike Trail near Bear Hollow Basin offers a peaceful ride where you can watch planes take off from nearby Mather Airport while enjoying the sights and sounds of local wildlife.
Folsom South Canal Trail
For riders looking to stretch their legs, the Folsom South Canal Trail provides miles of uninterrupted biking alongside the canal. This trail runs from the southern tip of the city all the way to Nimbus Dam and Lake Natoma, making it perfect for a long-distance ride with scenic water views.
Anatolia Preserve Trail
One of Rancho Cordova’s hidden gems, the Anatolia Preserve Trail winds through open space between the Kavala Ranch and Anatolia neighborhoods. This time of year is especially magical, with lush green landscapes, grazing cows, and a variety of bird species to spot along the way.

As more people take to the trails and streets on two wheels, Rancho Cordova is working to make biking even better. Through the Active Transportation Plan (ATP), the city is looking at ways to improve bike paths, add safer crossings, and create better connections between neighborhoods and key destinations—like the Barrel District!

We want to hear from you! If you’ve ever wished for an easier or safer way to bike, walk or roll to your favorite spots, now’s your chance to share your thoughts. Visit www.cityofranchocordova.org/walkbikeroll to provide input and help shape the future of biking in Rancho Cordova.

With so many great trails and paths, Rancho Cordova is the perfect place to hop on your bike and explore the great outdoors. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely afternoon ride or an all-day cycling adventure, there’s a route here for you. So pump up those tires, grab your helmet, and enjoy the ride.

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Press Announcements

Media Contacts

Maria Chacon Kniestedt
Communications & Public Affairs Director
916.851.8791
916.200.6181 (cell)
mkniestedt@cityofranchocordova.org

Samantha Mott
Senior Communications Officer
916.851.8796
916.579.0671 (Cell)
smott@cityofranchocordova.org

Danielle Hale
Communications Officer
916.851.8792
916.809.0465 (cell)
dhale@cityofranchocordova.org

Lauren Burke
Communications Officer
916.851.8723
916.247.2587 (Cell)
lburke@cityofranchocordova.org

City of Rancho Cordova Opens $8.4M Youth Center

On November 3, 2022, the City of Rancho Cordova opened the Rancho Cordova Youth Center, the first youth center in the community. The Youth Center will provide a welcoming, central and safe environment for year-round youth programs, build relationships with local youth, and show local youth how much the community cares about their success and future in Rancho Cordova.

City of Rancho Cordova Breaks Ground on Citywide, Ultra-High-Speed Gigabit Broadband Network

On February 28, 2022, the City of Rancho Cordova, SiFi Networks and GigabitNow announced the launch of Rancho Cordova FiberCity®, a revolutionary infrastructure project to bring a fast, affordable, and reliable all-fiber internet network to every home, business, and institution in Rancho Cordova.

For more information, please contact Danielle Hale at 916.809.0465 or dhale@cityofranchocordova.org.

Mather Veterans Village Dedication Event

On October 12, 2021, Mercy Housing California, Nation’s Finest, the City of Rancho Cordova and the County of Sacramento celebrated the completion of all three phases of Mather Veterans Village, the first permanent supportive housing development for homeless and disabled veterans in the Sacramento region.

These documents are password protected. Please contact Danielle Hale at 916.809.0465 for access.

Crime Drops in Rancho Cordova by 61%

The City of Rancho Cordova is proud to announce that violent crime and property crime combined has decreased by 61% from 2004-2019 when adjusted for population. Since the city incorporated and established the Rancho Cordova Police Department 18 years ago, the city has implemented creative and proactive policing programs that have led to this significant drop.

Media Advisory about Crime Drop in Rancho Cordova
Fact Sheet on Programs
Speaker Bios from Crime Drop Announcement
B-Roll, Photos and Crime Statistics (This is password protected. Please contact Ashley Downton at 916.542.3875 for access.)
News Release: Crime Drops in Rancho Cordova by 61%

Rancho Cordova Breaks Ground on Rio Del Oro Development

Elliott Homes, Inc. and the City of Rancho Cordova are breaking ground on Rio Del Oro, the largest development in the city’s history. Rio Del Oro spans 3,800 acres in Rancho Cordova and could fit Downtown Sacramento in its footprint. The development will feature thousands of new homes, over 7.6 million square feet of commercial, professional and industrial space, one of the largest parks in the region at 130 acres, and the city’s next high school.

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