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City in California, United States
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Citrus Heights is a city of 88,000 people (2019) in the Sierra Nevada foothills in Sacramento County in California.
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Park with tennis courts, playground, skate park and a World War II memorial rose garden.
Park with basketball and tennis courts, baseball field, and walking path.
Bowling alley with an arcade, along with a sports-themed bar and grill. They have some special events and discounts at times, and everything is pretty affordable.
Counter-serve Greek-Mediterranean eatery offering kosher/halal kebabs, hummus, gyros & more.
Thai hotpots along with other dishes such as fish cake, udon noodles, and khao poon. A little on the pricey side if you go too overboard ordering sides.
Family-owned Mexican restaurant with a nice atmosphere and friendly staff.
Small budget motel with a dollar store, grocery store and a McDonald's close by. Wifi, TV and fridge available.
A renovated shopping mall with over 100 stores. There is a children's play area available.
By train
Amtrak is in Roseville about 10 miles (16 km) from the city.
By plane
The Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the closest major airport to Citrus Heights is in Sacramento about a 30-45 minute drive away from the city.
Citrus Heights is serviced by the Sacramento Regional Transit District, with buses in operation around the city. The service started early in 2019.
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