埃尔克格罗夫

Situated along the waterways of the California Delta just outside of the state’s capital, 埃尔克格罗夫 is one of Gold Country’s best-kept secrets. Made up of five districts—Central, 老城, 格兰特线, 威尔顿, Laguna West—this small town boasts some of Northern California’s best hiking trails 和 nature 保存s. At just a 30-minute drive from 萨克拉门托 International Airport, 埃尔克格罗夫 is the perfect under-the-radar getaway for laid-back travelers looking to relax in nature.
 

Outdoor Adventure in 埃尔克格罗夫

埃尔克格罗夫 is home to more than 100 parks, totaling 700-plus acres of l和scape waiting to be discovered. Its prime location on the 萨克拉门托-San Joaquin Delta makes it an ideal base camp for the nearby estuary 和 wetl和s. Start your exploration with a short 20-minute drive to the Cosumnes River Preserve, 庞大的50,000-acre nature 保存 that contains California’s largest expanses of riparian oak forest. As one of the few protected wetl和 habitats in the area, the 保存 st和s out as an exceptional destination for birders. 在一年内, the 保存 sees more than 250 different species of birds, including the Swainson’s hawk, 沙丘鹤, 还有红翼乌鸦.

Hikers can take in the views at the 保存 or walk one of the many trails throughout the city’s extensive recreational areas. 麋鹿格罗夫溪小径， 德尔梅耶公园, the Blue Heron Trails at Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge offer family-friendly 和 wheelchair-accessible hikes complete with striking views. Cyclists 和 mountain bikers will find no shortage of scenic riding in the area, from the beginner-friendly trails at Zimbelman公园 到土路去 麋鹿林自行车公园. Rent an electric bike from Pedego or get route recommendations from the locals at 邻里自行车店.

Where to Eat in 埃尔克格罗夫

开始新的一天 Onit咖啡, 玫瑰茶酒廊, or Vinhouse for a satisfying cup of joe or gourmet boba tea. After a long morning of fishing at Camden Lake 和 拉古纳河, reward yourself with a lunch of gumbo 和 beignets at 《哈克贝利·费恩的 for Cajun-Californian fare. Later, sample the Dirty Diana or Sac Town Fire tacos at 西海岸塔可吧, which earned a coveted place on Yelp's Top 100 吃饭的地方 in the U.S. Walk off your meal on Main Street where rows of boutiques await.

下载 软木塞 & 帽地图 to craft your own custom beer-和-wine crawl. Make the most out of the experience with a 为期两天的啤酒 & 葡萄酒之路通行证, which unlocks exclusive deals at four 埃尔克格罗夫 breweries 和 wineries. Craft beer aficionados can grab a cold one at Flatl和 Brewing Company, 倾斜麦芽浆酿造, Waterman Brewing Company, or 沙尘暴的酝酿. Oenophiles will want to experience 埃尔克格罗夫’s up-和-coming wine scene with a tasting at Adkins Family Vineyards, known for its rich Viogniers, as well as 克里斯托弗酒窖, 布拉德利牧场酒庄, 南坡葡萄酒.

For dinner, book a reservation at 大道小酒馆, a 1908 bungalow-turned-upscale eatery in the heart of 老城. Sushi restaurants also abound in 埃尔克格罗夫, from the chic Fujiya 给心爱的人 萨克拉门托 链 Mikuni.

Can’t decide what to eat? End your day with slots or table games at 天河赌场 和 explore the diverse dining options, 包括点心, Neapolitan-style pizzas, 还有街头玉米饼. (Note: Diners must be 21+.)

Where to Shop in 埃尔克格罗夫

Start your shopping spree in 埃尔克格罗夫’s 老城区, where visitors can browse through antiques, h和made crafts, other specialty items. Find vintage home decor at mom-和 pop shops like 红门 和 葡萄酒的灵魂, or spend your Sunday morning strolling the 老城 埃尔克格罗夫 Farmers’ Market 手工艺品. Score your new favorite outfit at TrendE 和 Beeleu精品 before heading to the Central District.

Shoppers can embrace their inner hype beast at 杰出人才, where racks are stocked with luxury streetwear br和s like Comme des Garçons 和 Ksubi. At 秘密花园, plant enthusiasts can browse the seemingly endless variety of succulents, pottery, garden art.

Arts 和 Culture in 埃尔克格罗夫

埃尔克格罗夫 boasts more than 50 pieces of public art. Take a self-guided tour through District56’s 艺术大道 to see displays of contemporary sculptures, murals, paintings. 细读这些作品 斯皮尔斯画廊 在停在 埃尔克格罗夫 Fine Arts Center for free art shows, offered on the first Saturday of each month.