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Top 4 nature & wildlife things to do in Sacramento

Wildlife, forests, gardens, and the green pockets of Sacramento that make it bearable in monsoon and beautiful by November. Day trips and short drives where the landscape is the point.

  1. Old Sacramento walking food tour focusing on Gold Rush history, Sacramento1

    1. Old Sacramento walking food tour focusing on Gold Rush history

    5.0· 11 reviews· 2.5 hours

    Two hours of walking through Old Sacramento — taste local treats while learning about the Gold Rush and the area's historic buildings.

    Heather served as an excellent guide, sharing extensive historical insights about Sacramento and leading us to some of its lesser-known restaurants. I truly appreciated the experience.barbarawW4371ZY
  2. Half-day whitewater rafting on the South Fork American River, Sacramento2

    2. Half-day whitewater rafting on the South Fork American River

    5.0· 123 reviews· 3.5 hours

    Four hours of Class 2-3+ whitewater rafting from Lotus, surrounded by scenic views and abundant wildlife.

    James is fantastic, providing great snacks, historical insights, and just the right amount of biology, all while sharing his impressive collection of bad dad jokes.RoseAnne_M
  3. General admission ticket to Sacramento Zoo, Sacramento3

    3. General admission ticket to Sacramento Zoo

    3.7· 3 reviews

    One-day access to Sacramento Zoo, featuring over 300 animals and 90 species, with educational programs and interactive exhibits.

    This was a really enjoyable experience. The zoo is arranged in a way that allows you to see all the animals without missing any. The addition of animatronic dinosaurs made our trip even more memorable.Miiko_E
  4. 9-hole mini golf course in Sacramento, Sacramento4

    4. 9-hole mini golf course in Sacramento

    3.0· 2 reviews· 30 min

    A playful indoor 9-hole mini golf experience in Sacramento, featuring lounge seating and refreshments, perfect for family and friends.

    We had a fantastic time and wished we had arrived earlier to make the most of each game. It would have been great if they offered a pool table and beer pong as well.paulvincentt2020

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