El Dorado Hills and the surrounding foothill communities have some of the best outdoor spaces in the Sacramento region. From neighborhood playgrounds to lakeside trails and dog-friendly open spaces, there's something for every family — whether you have toddlers, school-age kids, or teens.
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El Dorado Hills
Bass Lake Park
A community centerpiece in El Dorado Hills with a fishing lake, walking path, picnic areas, and a playground. Popular for morning walks and weekend family outings.
Park · Lake · TrailNeighborhood Parks & Playgrounds
El Dorado Hills has 30+ neighborhood parks with playgrounds, sports fields, and open grass areas distributed across the community. Most are within walking or short driving distance for EDH residents.
Park · PlaygroundFolsom
Folsom Trail System
Folsom has an extensive paved and unpaved trail network connecting parks, neighborhoods, and the lake. Many sections are stroller-friendly and popular with families on bikes.
Trail · NatureFolsom Lake State Recreation Area
A major destination for families — swimming, kayaking, hiking, and picnicking around one of the region's largest reservoirs. Multiple access points throughout Folsom and El Dorado Hills.
Lake · Trail · Nature · SportsDog Parks & Off-Leash Areas
Folsom has dedicated off-leash dog parks where families with dogs can let them run. Several parks in the Folsom area have fenced sections for small and large dogs separately.
Dog ParkCameron Park
Cameron Park Lake
A popular lake in Cameron Park with a walking path, fishing access, and lakeside picnic areas. A quieter alternative to Folsom Lake for a relaxed family afternoon.
Lake · Park · TrailParks & Recreation
Cameron Park's El Dorado County parks include sports fields, playgrounds, a skate park, and open spaces spread across the community. Quieter and less crowded than Folsom equivalents.
Park · Playground · Skate Park · SportsExplore all 90+ locations on an interactive map
EDH Family Loop members get access to the full Explore page — filter by type, browse by neighborhood, and switch between grid and map view. All locations are curated for families in El Dorado Hills, Folsom, and Cameron Park.
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This page is maintained by EDH Family Loop, a member-supported community platform built by an El Dorado Hills family. Our Explore database currently covers 92 verified outdoor locations across El Dorado Hills, Folsom, and Cameron Park. Locations are reviewed and added continuously.
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