Cordova Recreation & Park District Board of Directors, staff and community cut the ribbon to officially open Gold Rush Park. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation & Park District
RANCHO CORDOVA, CA (MPG) – Coinciding with the turn of the season, the Cordova Recreation & Park District (CRPD) recently gathered to celebrate the opening of their newest park, Gold Rush Park.
Located in the Rio Del Oro development area, the 5.1-acre park pays tribute to the California Gold Rush, the historical event that brought Rancho Cordova into being. The community came together to recognize the park’s opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, attended by local dignitaries and punctuated by speeches from committed Cordova Recreation & Park District staff members.
The festivities kept rolling after the ceremony with a Family Fun Day provided by local developer Elliot Homes. This event invited local families to explore the new park, complimented by delicious food offerings, lively lawn games and a variety of engaging activities. Rancho Cordova Chamber of Commerce provided resources for the community and Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District brought a fire engine for kids to explore.
Located at 11556 Lagarto Way in Rancho Cordova, nestled in a neighborhood beside White Rock Road, Gold Rush Park is the newest of 46 parks owned and operated by the Cordova Recreation & Park District. In line with the park’s namesake, mine-themed elements decorate the playground, surrounded by snaking pathways and drought tolerant native plants.
Mine themed playground elements pay homage to the California Gold Rush. Photo courtesy of Cordova Recreation & Park District
Even in the summer sun, the park’s covered picnic area and play structure provide ample shade for a lovely day in the park. Park-goers can utilize the many amenities to make the most of their day – whether they are playing soccer on the multi-use field or engaging in a riveting chess match on the concrete chess tables.
“Gold Rush Park is the first neighborhood park to be constructed in the Rio del Oro development area. Rio del Oro will bring approximately 32,000 new residents that need parkland and will ultimately include 10 neighborhood parks varying in size and one large community park,” said Patrick Larkin, Cordova Recreation & Park District General Manager. “We believe that all residents within the district deserve to have a public park within walking distance that includes places for play, for recreation and for the community to gather.”
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