Short answer: Bidwell Park covers 3,670 acres and runs nearly 11 miles along Big Chico Creek, the City of Chico says.
Checked October 29, 2026
The park began on July 20, 1905, when Annie Bidwell gave about 2,500 acres to the city. Later additions include Cedar Grove in 1922 and 1,200 acres of Upper Park in 1995. The city calls it one of the largest municipal parks in the United States.
More detail: Bidwell Park Guide.
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Sources
- City of Chico, About Bidwell Park: https://chicoca.gov/__catapult_pages/6c7fb9a4-01b6-485f-886c-1f417fda1019/About-Bidwell-Park.html (checked October 29, 2026)
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