Rocklin is a tight-knit community with a shared passion for nature and outdoor adventures. The city is set in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains and surrounded by parks and recreation areas. Explore the lively downtown district and get your pulse racing in an enormous rock quarry reimagined as a family-friendly adventure park.
Things to do in Rocklin
Shop, dine and enjoy the village atmosphere in Downtown Rocklin. Start your day with crispy bacon and syrup-drenched pancakes at a classic American diner. Stop by the Rocklin History Museum to learn more about the city’s industrious past. The museum is housed in a handsome historic building and features exhibits on the city’s granite mining and railroad industries.
The tree-filled Quarry District is the cultural heart of Rocklin. The grassy park hosts markets, festivals and other community events throughout the year. Enjoy live music concerts in the open-amphitheatre and stretch your legs on scenic trails.
Strap on a helmet and get ready for adventures in Quarry Park. The purpose-built park is set on a former granite quarry and offers adrenaline-fuelled activities for the whole family. Scale the vertical climbing wall, tackle the high ropes course and clip into the zipline. Younger kids love the climbing nets, rope swings and balance beams in the adventure playground.
Rocklin is a great base for outdoor adventures in the Golden State. You’re a stone’s throw from the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, where you can hike, paddle and sunbathe on the gold-sand beach. Venture further afield to explore iconic recreation areas like Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Getting around Rocklin
Downtown Rocklin is pedestrian-friendly and easy to get around on foot. The city is a 30-minute drive from Sacramento and 3.5 hours from San Francisco. Rental cars offer the freedom to visit Rocklin and explore Placer County at your own pace. Sacramento International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.