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City	Rio Linda
State	California (CA)
County	Sacramento County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	38.691014
Longitude	-121.448565
Population	15,944
Density	620.1 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	95673
Area Code	530
County Seat	Sacramento
School District	Twin Rivers Unified School District

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About Rio Linda, California

Rio Linda is a locality in Sacramento County, California, United States. It has a population of 15,944. The population density is 620.1 people per km². Rio Linda is located at 38.6910°N, 121.4486°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 95673.

Rio Linda stretches across a flat, expansive plain that captures the shifting, golden warmth of the afternoon sun. It lies 4.1 miles west of North Highlands, CA (from North Highlands, CA: bearing 275°T), and is situated 8.0 miles north-northeast of Sacramento. Dry Creek meanders nearby, its seasonal pulse marking the quiet rhythm of the low-lying terrain that characterizes the region. Far to the west, the distant silhouettes of the Coast Ranges emerge against the horizon during the clearer days of the year. The open fields of the American Basin provide a vast, uninterrupted canvas for the light, which softens as it touches the dry grasses. Rio Linda maintains a connection to the stillness of the interior landscape, far removed from the bustle of the distant coast.

Agriculture and small-scale industry have long defined the practical spirit of the residents who settled here to work the fertile soil. Early development flourished as the land was organized into productive plots, fostering a self-reliant economy that persisted through changing times. Today, the local commerce reflects a blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern enterprise, supporting a modest but steady livelihood for those who call Rio Linda their home. The legacy of these industrious roots remains visible in the expansive properties and workshops that populate the landscape. While the nature of work has evolved, the dedication to maintaining a functional and grounded way of life persists.

Community life centers around shared spaces like Depot Park, where the social pulse of the neighborhood finds a quiet place to congregate. Residents often venture toward the Jedediah Smith Trail for recreation, finding space to move beneath the wide, cloud-dappled sky. The cultural character of the place is marked by an unpretentious demeanor, often celebrated through local gatherings that bring people together in a spirit of mutual recognition. Notable figures such as the musician Buck Owens once spent formative years in these surroundings, their early experiences perhaps shaped by the simple, enduring nature of the valley. Life here moves with a deliberate, steady cadence, honoring the straightforward beauty of a landscape that asks for little but offers a deep sense of place.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Dry Creek Parkway (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 138° SE
Westside Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 260° W
Dry Creek Watershed (Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 197° S
Ueda Parkway (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 182° S
Hansen Ranch Park Site (Local Park) — 1.7 mi, 213° SW
Base Headquarters (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 119° SE
McClellan Air Force Base (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 119° SE
Run For The Roses (Public Artwork) — 5.6 mi, 178° S
Bob French Memorial (Monument) — 6.0 mi, 097° E
United Artist Arden Fair 6 (Cinema) — 6.5 mi, 168° S
Country Club Cinema (Cinema) — 6.8 mi, 147° SE
Sacramento Archives and Museum Collection Center Library (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 202° S
California State Lands Commission (State Resource Management Area) — 6.9 mi, 170° S
Raging Waters Sacramento (Theme Park) — 6.9 mi, 174° S
Outdoor Ampitheater (Theatre) — 7.7 mi, 125° SE
Shepard Garden Art Center (Arts Centre) — 7.9 mi, 184° S
Viewpoint | Photographic Art Center (Gallery) — 8.1 mi, 192° S
Delta King Theater (Theatre) — 8.1 mi, 203° SW
Roseville Utility Exploration Center (Museum) — 8.2 mi, 050° NE
California State Capitol Museum (Museum) — 8.3 mi, 197° S
Leland Stanford Mansion (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 199° S
The California Museum (Museum) — 8.5 mi, 198° S
The Center for the Musical Arts (Arts Centre) — 9.4 mi, 193° S
Park Fine Art (Gallery) — 9.5 mi, 193° S
Yolo Bypass Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 10.6 mi, 223° SW
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 12.5 mi, 108° E
Stone Lakes National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.6 mi, 187° S · 7,119 acres
Sutter National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 27.0 mi, 325° NW · 5,234 acres
Eldorado National Forest (National Forest) — 35.3 mi, 061° NE · 703k acres
Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument (National Monument) — 36.5 mi, 249° W · 598k acres

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