William Land Park
William Land Park, frequently referred to as simply "Land Park" is a major city park in Sacramento, California. 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. 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 including:
- The Sacramento Zoo
- Fairytale Town, a park which has play equipment designed to represent articles from various fairy tales and nursery rhymes.
- The William Land Golf Course
- Funderland, a small park with several carnival like rides primarily for very young children.
- Vic's Ice Cream – landmark restaurant in the neighborhood.