CARD Mission Statement  

The Mission of the Chico Area Recreation and Park District (CARD) is to provide recreation opportunities to the greater Chico Community in a coordinated and cost effective manner.

Services/Functions and Service Area

The Chico Area Recreation and Park District (CARD) is proud to serve the greater Chico community with high-quality recreational programs, well-maintained parks, and versatile community facilities.

Our programs offer something for every age and interest—from Tiny Tot classes for our youngest participants to fitness, sports, enrichment, and social activities for teens, adults, and seniors. Whatever stage of life you're in, CARD has opportunities to learn, play, and connect.

CARD also maintains a variety of public parks across the community. Our parks are thoughtfully cared for and feature amenities such as playgrounds, softball, baseball, and soccer fields, basketball and tennis courts, and scenic walking trails—creating welcoming spaces for recreation, exercise, and family time.

In addition, CARD's community facilities provide beautiful, flexible venues for life's special moments and everyday gatherings alike. Whether you're planning a wedding, hosting a company event, or organizing a community celebration, our rental facilities are available year-round to help make your event a success.

CARD is located in the northern portion of the Sacramento River Valley near the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.  It is situated in the northwest corner of Butte County, approximately 15 miles east of the Sacramento River and 90 miles north of the City of Sacramento.  The boundaries of CARD encompass an area of approximately 225 square miles, extending generally from the Butte-Tehama County line on the north to the intersection of Dayton Road and Chico Street on the south; and from Muir Avenue on the west to approximately the east side of Upper Bidwell Park.