Sunrise Recreation Area (American River Parkway)

22 min driveFrom downtown Sacramento, typical traffic
$8 per vehicle day use ($11 on major summer holiday weekends)
Late spring for shad, fall for salmonBest season
Public access38.6366, -121.2708

About this spot

Popular county access point on both banks of the American River at Sunrise Boulevard in Rancho Cordova. Anglers work the riffles here for shad in late spring, steelhead in winter, and salmon in fall. Part of this upper stretch closes in November and December, so check current CDFW regulations.

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What's here

restrooms
raft and kayak launch
picnic tables
bike trail access

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Sunrise Recreation Area (American River Parkway)

38.6366, -121.2708

About a 22-minute drive from downtown Sacramento.