Carmichael

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Carmichael, California has a population of over 62,000 people, and is within ZIP Codes 95608 and 95609 in Sacramento County.

Carmichael is located at 38°38′22″N 121°19′17″W (38.639431, -121.321348). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 13.8 square miles (36 km2), of which, 13.5 square miles (35 km2) of it is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km2) of it (1.92%) is water.

History

Daniel W. Carmichael (born 1867) came to California in 1885. In 1909, he developed Carmichael Colony No. I, 2,000 acres (8 km2) of what was once part of the Rancho San Juan Mexican land grant. Carmichael later bought another 1,000 acres (4 km2) previously part of the Rancho Del Paso Mexican land grant, that he called Carmichael Colony No. 2. It bordered the first colony to the east and Walnut Avenue to the west; the southern boundary was Arden Way with Sutter Avenue to the north.

Carmichael schools

Carmichael is served by one public school district, San Juan Unified.

Elementary schools

  • Cameron Ranch Elementary
  • Carmichael Elementary
  • Coyle Avenue Elementary
  • Del Dayo Elementary
  • Deterding, Mary A, Elementary
  • Garfield Elementary (no longer exists)
  • Kelly, Thomas Elementary
  • Mission Avenue Elementary
  • Peck, Charles Elementary
  • Schweitzer, Albert Elementary
  • Victory Christian School K-12

Junior high schools

  • Barrett, John Middle School
  • Churchill, Winston Middle School
  • Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School (K-8)
  • Starr King Middle School
  • St. John the Evangelist Catholic School (K-8)
  • Victory Christian School K-12

High schools

La Sierra High School operated from 1957 to 1984, when it was closed due to budget cuts, being selected among several schools in the district due to having the lowest attendance. The site became La Sierra Community Center in 1985.

Though no public high school is currently located in Carmichael, high school students in Carmichael attend several nearby schools in the San Juan Unified School District such as:

Points of interest

Carmichael Park

Carmichael Park is a major 38-acre (150,000 m2) park in the town. The park includes 5 ballfields and 6 tennis courts and a 9 hole disc golf course. The Community Clubhouse, Veterans’ Memorial Building, the Daniel Bishop Memorial Pavilion for the Performing Arts, and the Great Wall of Carmichael are all located within the park. A year-round farmers market is also located at the park every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., hosted by the non-profit BeMoneySmartUSA.

Jensen Botanical Gardens

The Jensen Botanical Gardens are located at 8520 Fair Oaks Boulevard. The gardens exhibit a variety of flora including camellias, dogwoods, azaleas, and rhododendrons.

Chautauqua Playhouse

The Chautauqua Playhouse has been located in the La Sierra Community Center since 1985. The 95-seat theater shows comedies, dramas, and musicals. In addition, it has a children’s theater with performances held on Saturdays. Chautauqua Playhouse is located at 5325 Engle Road (between Walnut Avenue and Fair Oaks Boulevard).

Ancil Hoffman Park

Ancil Hoffman Park is a major park located within the American River Parkway in Carmichael, California. It is a 396-acre (1.60 km2) park. A major feature of the park is the Effie Yeaw Nature Center. The oak-canopied park is bordered on two sides by the American River. Reconstructed Maidu Indian homes are located at the entrance to the nature center. The Ancil Hoffman Golf Course is also part of the park. Many species of animals can be seen, including wild turkey, deer, coyotes and hawks. One can access the park by taking the Watt Avenue exit off Highway 50.

American River Parkway

The American River Parkway is a 23-mile (37 km) parkway that runs along the American River throughout Sacramento County, California. The parkway consists of many smaller parks and boat launching points. It can be accessed by various exits off Highway 50 in Sacramento County.

American River Bike Trail

A portion of the American River Bike Trail traverses Carmichael near the southern community boundary. The bike trail is a popular multi-use recreational facility as well as by bicycle commuters.

Notable residents