If you prefer to explore the trails on two wheels rather than your own two feet, the park is also one of the premier mountain biking destinations in Solano County. A good place to start is with the 7.5-mile trail that you’ll find on the left as soon as you enter the park. Continue on past the wooden bridge and follow the trail to the tree line before ascending 1,181 feet in elevation on this thrilling loop. Lagoon Valley is one of the most dog-friendly places around. In addition to the walking trails, you’ll also find a 30,000-square-foot off-leash fenced-in dog park for your four-legged family members to run free. Horseback riding is also allowed at the park, so keep an eye out for equestrian users on the trails. There’s also a 27-basket disc golf course in the park, and the Lagoon Valley Disc Golf Club meets at the course weekly. Anyone can join them, and they’ve put in a lot of work to improve the course over the last year. Last, but not least, go for a paddle around the lake. It’s not very deep (it’s around six feet) and is not stocked with fish, but it makes for a peaceful day on a paddle board or kayak. SECRETS OF THE PARK With its rolling hills, dramatic skies, and surprisingly charming landscape, Lagoon Valley Park has tons of scenic viewpoints and quiet spots just waiting to be discovered.
MORE PARKS AND REC TENNIS COURTS Alamo Creek Park 2 Tennis Courts - Corner of Buck Ave and Alamo Dr Cannon Station Park 1 Tennis Court - Ruby Dr and Opal Way Hawkins Park 2 Tennis Courts - Summerfield Dr and Newport Cir North Orchard Park 4 Tennis Courts - 805 North Orchard Ave Three Oaks Community Center 4 Lighted Tennis Courts - Alamo Dr and Marshall Rd
Early morning is a great time to explore the park, although it is rarely crowded during any time of the day. Early in the day, you’ll be treated to dewy views, cool mists, and lovely golden light casting over the hills. In the afternoon and evening, however, there are some incredible places to watch the sunsets, especially if the sky is in the process of clearing from a recent storm. One of the best places to catch a sunset is the picturesque wooden swing that is well-loved by professional and amateur photographers alike. It’s located at the top of one of the peaks along the 7.5-mile mountain biking and hiking trail mentioned above. It’s somewhat hard to find, but you can follow the directions on page to find it, and the view from the top is worth the effort, whether you file it away as a mental image or add it to your Instagram feed. ENTRANCE FEE AND DIRECTIONS One of the best parts about Lagoon Valley Park is that it is so easy to access. Located right off I-80, it’s the perfect place to break up your daily commute or get out of the city on a weekend. Take exit 51B off I-80 onto Pena Adobe Road. The park’s entrance is just off the freeway and very obvious. As of the winter of 2021, the fee is $5 to park your car each time you pull into the park, although $50 annual passes are also available for purchase ahead of time. Written by RootsRated for Visit Vacaville
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community parks Al Patch Park - California Dr and Peabody Rd Andrews Park - Main St and Davis St Arlington Park - Foxboro Pkwy and Peabody Rd Centennial Park - Browns Valley Rd Keating Park - Corner of California Dr and Alamo Ln Nelson Park - Nut Tree and Marshall Rd Three Oaks Park - Along Ulatis Creek
creekwalk bike paths Alamo Creek Bikeway - 4.6 Miles Runs along Alamo Creek Southside Bikeway - 1.25 miles Al Patch Park on California Drive
From Main Street, walk a few steps into Andrews Park and you’ll find a lovely natural respite in the form of a quiet path snaking along the Putah Creek. The Creekwalk is easy to find: the blue wave painted on our downtown street will take you straight to the water, and you’ll feel as though you are the first to discover our little natural treasure in the heart of the city.
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