Gibson Ranch Regional Park

Welcome

Any day is a good day to experience the Country at Gibson Ranch Regional​ Park. There are so many things to do at this park, and it’s a great place to have your next event! Gibson Ranch Regional Park is located at 8556 Gibson Ranch Road. ​

Fast Facts

This 355 acre facility has a large equestrian center and many park amenities, which means the recreational and relaxation possibilities are endless.  ​

How to Get There

Address:  8556 Gibson Ranch Road, Elverta, CA 95626

Directions to Gibson Ranch Regional Park.

Activities

The equestrian​ center​ is perfect for those looking for horse boarding and trail riding. School groups and Scout programs are welcome to learn about the historical and cultural significance of Gibson Ranch. Planning a wedding, birthday party or anniversary celebration? Check out our venue options! We have a beautiful lake and fishing is available with CA State Regulations required. Dogs are welcome at Gibson Ranch, but they must remain on a leash. For a complete list of activities, visit our “Things to Do at Gibson Ranch" page. ​

Gibson Ranch is now home to a Community Garden. Plots are now available  - learn more​

Hours and Fees

The park is open from 7:00 a.m. until dusk daily.  

Park entrance fees:

  • $7 per vehicle
  • $13 ​​Vehicles with Trailer (ex. Boat or Horse) or RV
  • $28 Bus

Vehicle fees increase over Summer Holiday Weekends.​

Additional Information

Picnic sites are available daily on a first-come, first-served basis, and also by reservation. Reservations can be made online.​​ 

Gibson Ranch sits directly below the instrument approach to Runway 16 at McClellan. This approach has an obstruction-free surface as outlined in 14 CFR 77.19. Anyone looking to fly their drone in this park should be aware of the airspace conflicts and kee​p operations below 200' Above Ground Level unless they can show that they have an airspace authorization or waiver. The FAA has partnered with Airmap to make filing flight plans and obtaining waivers and airspace authorizations faster and easier by automatically routing flight plans to the appropriate ATC authority for approval. For more drone use information, visit the FAA UAS Data Exchange and FAADroneZone websites.

Picnic Sites

Make/Check Reservations​

1A Picnic Site

Site capacity – 75
Large BBQs

Cost: $250.00

1A Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

2A Picnic Site

Site capacity – 100
2 Small BBQs

Cost: $200.00

2A Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

2C Picnic Site

Site capacity – 225
2 Large BBQs

Cost: $200.00

2C Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

2E Picnic Site

Site capacity – 10-20 
Small BBQ
Similar Sites: 2E, 2F, 2G, 2H, 2I, 3G, 3P, 3Q, 3S, 3T, RT 1 (hill), RT 2

Cost: $40.00

2E Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

L3 Picnic Site

Site capacity – 20
Small BBQ
Similar Sites: L1, L2, L3, L4, L5, L6, L7, L8

Cost: $40.00

L3 Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

1B Picnic Site

Site capacity - 10+
Small BBQ
Similar Sites: 1C, 1D

Cost: $125.00

1B Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

2B Picnic Site

Site capacity – 75
Large BBQ
Covered Site
Similar Sites: 2B, 3B, 3C

Cost: $150.00

2B Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

2D Picnic Site

Site capacity – 125
2 Large BBQs

Cost: $200.00

2D Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park

3A Picnic Site

Site capacity – 50
4 Small BBQs

Cost: $125.00

3A Picnic Area in Gibson Ranch Regional Park