Looking for an easy way to get outside without leaving College Greens? You have great options for parks, courts, dog areas, and seasonal pools within minutes of home. Whether you want a quick playground stop, a lap swim, or a full day at a regional park, you can find it nearby. This guide highlights what each place offers, how to use it, and practical tips for permits and seasonal hours. Let’s dive in.
Neighborhood snapshot
College Greens sits near Folsom Boulevard and Florin Perkins Road with light rail and bus access that make quick park trips simple. You’re also a short ride from the American River Parkway for running, biking, and river views. Most neighborhood outings are a five to fifteen minute drive, and Oki Park is walkable for many addresses.
Oki Park: your neighborhood hub
Address: 2715 Wissemann Dr
Oki Park offers playgrounds, open turf for soccer, a basketball court, tennis, a volleyball area, and picnic spots. It’s a go-to for quick after-school play and weekend practices.
Oki Pool: summer swim
Oki Pool includes a lap pool, diving well, zero-entry play pool, and splash features. The City operates recreation swim, lessons, and seasonal programming. Hours and admission vary by year, so check the current details on the City’s Oki Pool page before you go. Find Oki Pool information.
Granite Regional Park: big options close by
Main entrances: 8200 Ramona Ave (dog and skatepark), 8181 Cucamonga (fields)
Granite is a large regional park with group picnic areas, a dog park, ponds, walking paths, and multiple soccer fields, including an all-weather turf field. It’s also home to one of Northern California’s largest skateparks at 45,000 square feet with bowls and a street course. Weekend tournaments and events draw bigger crowds, so plan for fuller parking. See Granite Regional Park amenities.
Glenbrook Park: courts and dog areas
Address: 8500 La Riviera Dr
Glenbrook Park features softball fields, two regulation soccer fields, lighted tennis courts, a tot lot, restrooms, and separate large and small fenced dog parks. There is nearby river access at a pocket area, making it a useful spot for a quick court session or a relaxed dog walk. View Glenbrook Park details.
Tahoe Park and Tahoe Pool: nearby favorites
Address: 3501 59th St
Tahoe Park is a roughly 19-acre space with playgrounds, fields, basketball and volleyball, and picnic areas. Tahoe Pool runs seasonal recreation swim and lessons, similar to Oki Pool. If Oki hours don’t fit your schedule, Tahoe can be a convenient alternative. Check Tahoe Pool info.
Programs and leagues to know
Local youth soccer organizations regularly use Oki Park and nearby school fields for practices and games. Granite Regional Park often hosts leagues and tournaments. For sign-ups and field use, start with local clubs such as River City Youth Soccer, then confirm schedules on league pages. Explore River City Youth Soccer locations.
City pools, including Oki, Tahoe, and McClatchy, run seasonal recreation swim and lessons. Hours and offerings shift each year based on staffing and budget, so always confirm current operating days and times for your preferred pool. See the City pools landing page.
Permits, reservations, and fees
- Picnics and group events. Many picnic and group areas require a permit, especially at regional parks like Granite. You can reserve up to a year in advance. Start with the City picnic and park use page.
- Sports fields and lights. Organized use of fields, including lighted fields, is permitted with set fee schedules that vary by park level. Granite is charged at regional rates. Review sports field permits and fees.
- Pool admission and lessons. Recreation swim has single-visit pricing, and lessons require separate registration. Check each pool’s page for current information. Find pool schedules and programs.
Getting around
Oki Park is the closest full park-and-pool option for many College Greens addresses. Glenbrook and Granite are a short drive, and Tahoe Park and Pool are a bit farther but still convenient. If you prefer not to drive, SacRT and neighborhood bike routes offer good alternatives. Always verify exact travel times from your address with a mapping app.
Seasonal and peak-time tips
Neighborhood pools typically operate during the summer with limited afternoon recreation swim blocks and evening lessons. Expect busier parking and more noise at Granite during tournaments and at Oki on weekends in youth sports season and summer pool afternoons. Check schedules before you go to avoid surprises. Confirm current City pool schedules.
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FAQs
What is the closest public pool to College Greens?
- Oki Pool at Oki Park is the closest neighborhood pool, with Tahoe Pool and McClatchy Pool also within a short drive.
Where can you skateboard near College Greens?
- Granite Skatepark inside Granite Regional Park is a major regional destination with bowls and a street course.
How do you reserve a picnic area or sports field near College Greens?
- Use the City’s Park Use Application for picnic areas and the sports field permit system for organized play, and reserve early for regional parks like Granite.
Are there lighted tennis courts close to College Greens?
- Yes, Glenbrook Park includes lighted tennis courts along with fields, a tot lot, and fenced dog areas.
How do kids join local soccer near College Greens?
- Youth clubs use Oki Park and nearby fields for practices and games; check local league pages for registration and schedules.
