A very Pretty drive out to this cavern Lots of trails to…read morewalkabout around and before the small parking lot with an old yellow fire truck that you can check out too A kids sluice that is pretty cool by the shop and check in for the tour of the cavern. Bathrooms were decent And Faith our tour guide was A+++++++ with her flashlight extra luminescent sight too! Check it out and pack and pick-nick-lunch BooBoo! Get outside

We have drove past this place a million times but just never made time to stop so this year we…read morefinally scheduled a tour. This cavern is fascinating. Our tour guide was Bobbee and she did an amazing job! She was very informative and answered everyone's questions with ease. You could tell she is genuinely interested her job and has spent a lot of time learning about the cavern. We will definitely recommend this tour to all of our friends and family!

What a cool experience. Got there for the 10:00 am tour, and I was the only guest. The walk to…read morethe cave is only about five minutes, but there's no shade so the earlier the better as the temps heat up. Inside the cave is about 50°. I have no issues with claustrophobia, but if you do there is one tight squeeze that might be a problem. Cash, my tour guide, turned off the lights (after asking my permission) and we experienced total darkness for maybe thirty seconds. It felt like two hours, and I hated it , but still neat and recommend trying if offered. Use the hand rails. They are there for your safety.

The drive here is much more involved than Mercer Caverns with more windy and narrow roads. Once you…read moreget closer the space opens up to a large parking lot and shop you meet at. We were the only ones that signed up for the earliest tour that day and were lucky to have a private tour. The tour has informative history about the caverns with landmarks along the way. The most interesting thing we didn't know about is they have caving adventure tours where you shimny through holes and narrow spaces with a guide but our kids aren't old enough to partake. This was the first show cave in California and townspeople lived in them during harsh winters in the 1800s. There was a bar inside and a church and nails were even given to people to carve on the walls. Because of this there are signs of harm everywhere with soot, broken formations, and dirty coloration from human hand oils and even champagne poured on a rock formation. The caverns are huge and beautiful with some jaw-dropoing rooms. The walking tour is very safe though we loved the slight danger and claustrophobic feel of the Mercer Caverns. When you leave the shop has some cool historical items pulled from the caves on display like glass bottles, etc .. that are worth checking out.

I love visiting Locke. It's such a cool little town and honestly feels like stepping back in time…read more Walking down the street and seeing the original buildings, museums, and small shops makes you realize how much history is still preserved here. There's something really special about Locke. It hasn't lost its character and doesn't feel overly touristy. You can just walk around, read the historic markers, explore, and take everything in at your own pace. I think everyone should visit at least once, especially if you live nearby. It's an awesome way to learn about local history and experience a part of the Delta that still feels authentic and untouched. Definitely one of my favorite places to spend an afternoon.

My family and I came to Locke for their annual Chinese New Year Celebration on February 14, 2026…read more Locke is an old Chinese settlement about 1 mile north of Walnut Grove on State Route 160. The 14 acre town was established in 1915 after a fire destroyed Chinatown in Walnut Grove. The town has approximately 90 residents, now days only about 10 of them are Chinese. There is remnants of the once thriving Chinese culture such as the Boarding House, Dai-Loi Gambling House, Jan Ying Museum, Joe Shoong Chinese School, Lock Chinese Medicine, Chinese Culture Shop, etc., many of which much have been transformed into a museum. There are a few random stores such as an art gallery, thrift shop, Lockport Grill & Fountain and Al's Place (formerly called Al the Wop). Unfortunately the Locke Garden Chinese Restaurant is no longer there. During Chinese New Year, all the museums were open, most with docents to help tell the story and to answer any questions. Not when the museums are open on normal days. If you want a tour of Chinese museums, I would suggest you contact the Locke Foundation for more details and information (https://locke-foundation.org).

This is a fabulous resource for both businesses and the Elk Grove community. Stopping by the office…read moreon Studio Court is resourceful.

From the owner: For over 60 years, the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce has been a vital component of the community…read more The Chamber is committed to providing programs that contribute to the health and growth of our local economy.

I came here with my brother and cousin on a Sunday afternoon. It was $14.99 each person for mini…read moregolf. There weren't any groups ahead of us and there was only one group behind us. We were able to go at our own pace without feeling the need to rush, so that was nice. As for the courses, they were okay. I wish they were more spaced out. At the end of each course and near the hole, there's a part where the barrier is low. Our balls kept going out and into the next course, which was a little annoying. In course 3, my cousin's ball got stuck in the castle/building prop. We were really confused when the ball didn't come out the other side, but we were able to find and take it out of the hole it was stuck in. Overall, we still had fun, but I don't know if I would come here again.

After grabbing dinner for a birthday celebration, we planned on going bowling. We arrived next door…read moreat the Alley, and the vibe just wasn't for us. It was stupidly crowded, music so loud we had to yell at eachother. The place had more of a bar/club vibe than anything else. We decided to wander next door and check out the mini golf instead. Some 2000's throwback music was playing (but not obnoxiously loud) , a kids birthday party was wrapping up in the corner, and a handful of couples seemed to be enjoying their date nights. We decided to give this place a try. Overall it was a solid choice of entertainment for the evening. But I took a few stars away for the following reasons: 1. Cleanliness could be better. I sure hope they sanitize regularly. Might I even suggest hand sanitizer available and trash cans throughout the course. 2. The putting green where you place the ball at the start of each hole we're loose and spinning or completely detached on many of the holes. It made it difficult to hit the ball without making it move and fumble. These need to get repaired

We recently visited FairyTale Town with our two toddlers and absolutely loved it! If you're in…read moreSacramento with little ones, this is easily one of the best ways to spend a morning or afternoon. You can easily spend half a day here without anyone getting bored. What We Loved Immersive Play: The range of play structures is incredible. Our kids were obsessed with the recreations of famous children's books--walking through Mr. McGregor's Farm felt like stepping right into a storybook. Animals & Nature: Beyond the slides and climbing, the petting zoo and the peaceful Japanese pond (Urashima Taro) provided a great change of pace for the kids. Interactive Learning: The children's theatre is a gem. They have dedicated storytime and puppet shows that kept the toddlers completely engaged. Why It's a Must-Visit What makes this place even more amazing is that it's a non-profit. Knowing that your $10 admission (an absolute steal for the quality of the park!) goes back into maintaining such a creative space for the community makes the experience even better. It's right across from the Sacramento Zoo, so you can make a full day of it in Land Park if you have the energy! Perfect for ages 1-6, but even older kids will enjoy the nostalgia and creative structures.

Amusement park in Sac (Land Park)…read more Currently, admission is $10/person. (Kids under two are free.) They also have some member options that are worth it if you plan to go frequently. Parking can get a bit difficult, since it's also close to the Zoo and Funderland. There are areas to slide, climb, and play. Also, there are animals (goats, rabbits, chickens/rooster, ox, mini horse, pigs) inside. The gift shop mostly contains generic items that don't say Fairytale Town, which don't make for the best of souvenirs. If you've never been here before, you can likely count on your kid enjoying at least a couple of hours here before getting bored. I'd say it's geared more for the younger children...older kids would probably benefit more from visiting the other two nearby attractions.

Extremely safe walking trails that are usually very not well lit. During Christmas they add a lot…read moreof Christmas cheer with holiday lights they line the fencing that makes the area magical. Usually filled with runners, local kids, families, and other members of the community, this place serves as a pedestrian artery for the Pocket area.

Love the Pocket Canal walking & bike trails. Great place to relax or exercise. There are parks,…read morerestrooms and places to eat close by too. It's a beautiful place to ride.

On December 15, 2015 the City of Sacramento finished construction of the Cosumnes River Boulevard…read moreExtension . The primary purpose of the extension was to give commuters more options when it comes to transportation. Giving residence easy access to public transportation. ( Regional Transit Light Rail Station) plus access to interstate 5. This 3.5 mile extension connects Franklin Boulevard to Freeport Boulevard. The land surrounding the extension encompasses a total of 800 acres where 1.3 million sq feet will be dedicated to commercial and retail businesses ( Delta Shores Power Center). The remaining land is where 5,200 residential units will be built. When all the construction is said and done, Cosumnes River Boulevard Extension will be one of the major fairway in South Sacramento. Enjoy !

The original Rhoads School House was built in 1849 by James Sheldon. The school house was named…read moreafter James brother-in-law (John Pierce Rhoads) whom was one of the rescuers of the Donner Party. In 1872 the school had to be closed due to the fact that children were getting sick from malaria. The malaria was spread by mosquitoes from Cosumnes River. Shortly after a new school house was built on Sloughhouse Road and stayed open until 1949. The Elk Grove Historical Society completed the restoration of the school house in 1977 and moved it to the Elk Grove Regional Park. Today the school house serves as a meeting room for the historical society, a living history museum for school children where they can see and experience life in the 1800's. This is a place where children as well as adults would find very interesting. If interested, please call the "Elk Grove Historical Society for dates and time. Enjoy!

Such a good experience for myself and school age children to get a feel of what being a student…read moreback in the 1880's was like! Recently, I chaperoned a 3rd grade field trip to the Rhoad's School House and enjoyed most of the experience. I believe theres an organization who volunteers to do this experiment. Upon our arrival, we were given popular names from back in the 1880s. My name was Mistress Smith. The teacher gave an introduction and laid out the rules for the kids before starting. She did a great job acting out what it would be like back in the day; being stern with the kids especially. I don't want to explain too much of what actually happened because I want you to experience it for yourselves. Basically, it's in an actual school house that was restored by students with a lot of the original wood and studs. Throughout the classroom you'll find antiques and trinkets that may or may not have been found with the original school house, a fire place that we actually used for heat, some historical pics of the restoration, and so much more. The kids did activities like jacks, stilts and pen writing with a pen and feather. A huge con for me was I spent more time taking the kids to use the bathrooms across from the school house. There's not path either and the grass was wet so my shoes got dirty and I had to make sure my costume rental wouldn't get messed up. Overall, I enjoyed the experience but the kids not so much. I just don't think 3rd graders can appreciate the experience so maybe another year or so would've been a different story.