Outside

Bidwell Park

Upper Bidwell creek access is free and a short drive from downtown — the swimming holes are still worth it in early September before the water drops.

PV Pool (Pleasant Valley Pool)

One of the few places in Chico where you can legally cool off in a public pool; the Movies in the Pool nights are a genuine community event.

Sycamore Pool

At 95°F the municipal pools aren't optional — Sycamore is the better of the two.

The Barn at Meriam Park

An outdoor venue that actually feels like a venue — the covered stage and fire pits make it work in September evenings.

Chico Creek Nature Center

Quiet this week but a reliable destination on a cooler morning after rain.

Bidwell Park Nature Center

Features the Janeece Webb Living Animal Museum with seasonal events including ice cream socials in summer.

Chico Nature Center

Community nature center hosting educational programs, Ice Cream Socials and outdoor activities.

DeGarmo Park

Chico Parks and Rec community park hosting Movies in the Park and family events.

Honey Run Covered Bridge Park

Historic 1886 covered bridge rebuilt in 2023 along Butte Creek with picnic tables, restrooms, and oak woodland views; $3 day use fee.

Meriam Park

North Chico park and event venue featuring The Barn concert/event space and Roselle Bar & Lounge, offering outdoor activities and live entertainment.

Patrick Ranch Museum

Historic Durham property hosting large community festivals and events including Renaissance Faire with scenic grounds for outdoor gatherings.

Redwood Amphitheater

New outdoor amphitheater at Silver Dollar Fairgrounds with capacity for 1,500–2,000 people, featuring portable bleachers and open lawn seating.

Terrenos de la Feria de Chico

Butte County Fairgrounds outdoor venue hosting live music performances and community events.

Upper Bidwell Park

Over 3,600-acre city park with hiking trails, swimming holes, and technical mountain biking terrain in scenic canyon.

Baroni Park

Blue Oak Park

Brynwood Park

DeGarmo Community Park

Dog Run

Dorothy F. Johnson Park

Humboldt Park

Rotary Centennial Park

Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park

Bidwell Mansion State Historic Park was a historic building with surrounding land in Chico, California, United States. It is listed as a California Historical…

Bidwell River Park

Chico is the most populous city in Butte County, California, United States. Located in the Sacramento Valley region of Northern California, the city had a popu…

CARD Aquatic & Recreation Facility

New aquatic and recreation facility opening Fall 2026 through Chico Area Recreation and Parks District.

Chico Beyond Adventure

Local startup offering guided hiking excursions through Upper Bidwell Park tailored to different fitness levels.

Chico Seed Orchard

Historic one-mile paved nature trail through a working seed orchard with original 1930s kiwi vines, picnic sites, and creek access; family and stroller friendl…

Alumni Glen

Children's Playground

Depot Park

Hancock Park

Hooker Oak

Humboldt Neighborhood Park

Little Chico Creek Greenway

Lost Park

Lower Bidwell Park

Oak Way Park

Peterson Park

Ringel Park

Rose Garden

Rotary Park

Wildwood Park

George Petersen Rose Garden

Mary Lemcke Camellia Garden