Overview
Citrus Heights is a city of 88,000 people (2019) in the Sierra Nevada foothills in Sacramento County in California.
2 sights · 1 things to do · 3 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Citrus Heights
Madera Park
Park with basketball and tennis courts, baseball field, and walking path.
Rusch Park
Park with tennis courts, playground, skate park and a World War II memorial rose garden.
Steve Cook's Fireside Lanes
Bowling alley with an arcade, along with a sports-themed bar and grill. They have some special events and discounts at times, and everything is pretty affordable.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 41°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jan and Feb. (climate data from nearby Sacramento)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- SMF Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento — 17 mi away (major hub). Directions
- SCK Stockton Metropolitan Airport, Stockton — 56 mi away. Directions
Citrus Heights is centrally located between the region's major freeways and highways. Interstate 80 passes through the west side of the city, and Interstate 5, U.S. Highway 50 and California State Route 99 are all 3-11 miles (5-18 km) from the city. The Business 80 freeway (Capital City Freeway) begins near Citrus Heights and ends in Downtown Sacramento.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Rusch Park, Steve Cook's Fireside Lanes
- Lunch Hotpot Express
- Afternoon Madera Park
- Dinner Extreme Hummus
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Cuisine (tap to filter)
What to ask about, for your diet
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Map
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Understand
Climate
Citrus Heights has mild winters and dry hotter summers. The area usually has a low humidity and the average temperature throughout the year is 68°F, with the daily average ranging from 45°F in December and January to 76°F in July. Average daily high temperatures range from 53°F in December and January to 93°F in July. Average daily low temperatures range from 38° to 58°F. Almost no rain falls during the summer months (less than 1%), and over 80% falls between November and March.
Get in
By car
Citrus Heights is centrally located between the region's major freeways and highways. Interstate 80 passes through the west side of the city, and Interstate 5, U.S. Highway 50 and California State Route 99 are all 3-11 miles (5-18 km) from the city. The Business 80 freeway (Capital City Freeway) begins near Citrus Heights and ends in Downtown Sacramento.
By train
Amtrak is in Roseville about 10 miles (16 km) from the city.
By plane
The Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the closest major airport to Citrus Heights is in Sacramento about a 30-45 minute drive away from the city.
Get around
Citrus Heights is serviced by the Sacramento Regional Transit District, with buses in operation around the city. The service started early in 2019.
See
Citrus Heights has many enjoyable parks, several of which have playgrounds for families or trails. However, there tends to sometimes be homeless people/drug users in these areas, so exercise caution if you see any suspicious activity and go somewhere else if needed.
Do
Buy
Eat
Eat Extreme Hummus
Counter-serve Greek-Mediterranean eatery offering kosher/halal kebabs, hummus, gyros & more.
Eat Hotpot Express
Thai hotpots along with other dishes such as fish cake, udon noodles, and khao poon. A little on the pricey side if you go too overboard ordering sides.
Eat El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant
Family-owned Mexican restaurant with a nice atmosphere and friendly staff.
Drink
Margaritas are available at El Tapatio's along with small bars in most restaurants in the city. There are several Starbucks and McDonald's close by that sell coffee and tea.
Sleep
Go next
Roseville- About 5 minutes away on 80 East. Home to The Galleria Mall and Maidu Park.
Sacramento- 80 West. About 15 minutes away during quiet hours.
During peak hours, it can take up to an hour. Home to California State Capitol and Sutter's Fort.
Gold River- Sunrise Blvd South.
Rancho Cordova- Sunrise Blvd to 50.
Nearby
Roseville
City / town · 15 listings · 4 mi away
North Highlands
City / town · 1 listings · 5 mi away
Gold River
City / town · 4 listings · 6 mi away
Folsom
City / town · 12 listings · 6 mi away
Rocklin
City / town · 14 listings · 7 mi away
McClellan Park
City / town · 1 listings · 7 mi away
Rancho Cordova
City / town · 13 listings · 8 mi away
El Dorado Hills
City / town · 1 listings · 11 mi away
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