William Land Park Explained

William Land Park, frequently referred to as simply "Land Park" is a major city park in Sacramento, California.^[1] The park is located between Interstate 5 and State Route 160.

William Land was a pioneer who built the Western Hotel at the NE corner of 2nd and K St in 1875 (California Historical Landmark #601). There is an elementary school named after him. He is buried in a Greek temple mausoleum within East Lawn Memorial Park in Sacramento. William Land was a founder of the East Lawn Memorial.

There are several city attractions located within the park^[2] including:

• • The Sacramento Zoo Fairytale Town, a park which has play equipment designed to represent articles from various fairy tales and nursery rhymes (there is a small admission fee).^[3]
• The William Land Golf Course ^[4]
• Funderland, a small park with several carnival like rides primarily for very young children.^[5]

"Land Park" can also refer to the surrounding neighborhood.

• Vic's Ice Cream – landmark restaurant in the neighborhood.

William Land Park was mentioned in Sir Mix-A-Lot's 1992 rap song "A Rapper's Reputation".

See also

• Urban park
• Western Hotel (Sacramento, California)

External links

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Notes and References

1. Web site: William Land Park Photo Page. City of Sacramento, Department of Parks and Recreation. 2009-05-11.
2. Web site: William Land Park Amenity Guide. City of Sacramento, Department of Parks and Recreation. 2009-05-11.
3. Web site: Fairytale Town website. 2009-05-11.
4. Web site: William Land Golf Course. The First Tee of Greater Sacramento. 2009-05-11.
5. Web site: Funderland website. 2009-05-11.