Discovery Park

Discovery Park is a riverside park spanning 275 acres in Sacramento where the American River and Sacramento River meet, with extensive trails and natural areas. The grounds include various recreational zones and feature multiple access points.

The park was designed as part of Sacramento's flood control system, with engineered areas that deliberately flood during high water periods. This dual purpose connects recreation with infrastructure protection.

The park serves as a venue for major music festivals including Aftershock and Golden Sky, drawing crowds for outdoor performances. These events shape how locals and visitors experience the space during festival season.

The park has two separate entrances from Interstate 5: a south entrance at Richards Boulevard and a north entrance via Garden Highway. Visitors should note that specialized parking for vehicles with boat trailers is available.

The park contains a specialized archery range and maintains 320 parking spaces specifically designed for vehicles with boat trailers. This combination makes it an unusual blend of music venue and water recreation destination.

Location: Sacramento

Address: Sacramento, CA 95833, USA

Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday 06:00-20:00

Phone: +19168756961

Website: https://regionalparks.saccounty.net/Parks/Pages/DiscoveryPark.aspx

GPS coordinates: 38.60576,-121.50348

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44