How about a family adventure?


Are you looking for ways to get your family outside and enjoy nature together? Vacaville and the surrounding areas have plenty of options for nature lovers. Here are 10 fun family outings to consider:

  1. Hike through Lagoon Valley: With over 200 acres of rolling hills and grassy meadows, Lagoon Valley Park is a great spot for a leisurely hike. The park features a 3.5 mile loop trail that's perfect for families with kids. Along the way, you'll find a small pond, a playground, and plenty of shade.
  2. Explore Pena Adobe: This park is home to the historic Pena Adobe, a two-story adobe ranch house that dates back to the 1850s. The park also has a small pond and plenty of open space for picnics and outdoor games.
  3. Go birdwatching at the Jepson Prairie Preserve: This preserve is home to a variety of rare and endangered species, including the greater sandhill crane. The preserve has a 2.5 mile loop trail that's perfect for birdwatching and nature observation.
  4. Take a walk along the Vacaville Levee: The Vacaville Levee is a 5.5 mile walking and biking trail that runs along the edge of the city. The levee is a great spot for a peaceful nature walk and offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.
  5. Visit the Vacaville Hills Wildflower Preserve: This preserve is home to a variety of wildflowers, including poppies, lupines, and paintbrush. The preserve has a 2.5 mile loop trail that's perfect for nature lovers.
  6. Go for a bike ride on the Putah Creek Parkway: This 12 mile bike trail follows the Putah Creek and offers beautiful views of the surrounding countryside. The trail is flat and easy to navigate, making it perfect for families with young children.
  7. Have a picnic at the Vacaville Community Memorial Park: This park is a great spot for a family picnic. It features a large playground, a pond, and plenty of open space.
  8. Go fishing at the Lake Solano Park: This park is home to a 45 acre lake that's stocked with rainbow trout. The park also has a small beach and plenty of space for picnics and outdoor games.
  9. Take a nature walk at the Nut Tree Family Park: This park is home to a variety of trees, including pecans, walnuts, and almonds. The park has a 2 mile loop trail that's perfect for nature observation.
  10. Explore the Vacaville Museum: This museum is home to a variety of exhibits that focus on the history and culture of Vacaville. The museum also has a beautiful garden that's perfect for a peaceful nature walk.


Let me know if you have a favorite on this list or an additional adventure to add! :)