Parks are commonly thought of as a venue for fun and games, but that’s only one role they play in an urban environment.

Municipal parks, which broadly include parkland, plazas, landscaped boulevards, promenades and public gardens, significantly define the layout, real estate value, traffic flow, public events and civic culture of a community.

Thanks to the bounty of parks, open spaces and streetscapes in Rocklin, the city and neighborhoods take on structure, beauty, breathing room and value, which results in less crime, more social interaction, enhanced quality of life, and improved property values.

The onset of autumn is a great time to visit your neighborhood parks – engage in the myriad of recreational offerings, have fun and play games. With 31 parks, hundreds of acres of open space and trail systems that seem endless, come see why people are looking at Rocklin to live, play and create business opportunities.  

For more information about Rocklin Parks and Recreation, visit www.rocklin.ca.us/ParksAndRecreation; check out their Facebook page and tweet them.