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Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC)

4.8 ★★★★★ 192 Google reviews · Rec-center track in Chico, California

Indoor
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Campus recreation, health and wellness center with a gym, an indoor track and a pool.

Plan your run

  • Access Members / paid access
  • Indoor runs year-round in any weather — a winter and rainy-day option
  • Amenities restrooms (from runner reviews)
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone +1 530-898-4444
  • Website as.csuchico.edu

Hours

Monday 10 am–8 pm
Tuesday 10 am–8 pm
Wednesday 10 am–8 pm
Thursday 10 am–8 pm
Friday 10 am–8 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Posted gate hours. Park tracks often close at dusk even when the listing says later, and school tracks close for meets and practice.

Is Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC) open to the public?

Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC) is a private or paid-access facility — expect a membership, day pass, or admission rather than open public access. Check their site or call for current rates and public hours before you plan a visit.

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What's at this track

Features at Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC), confirmed by runners' own reviews.

🏟️ Indoor Running Tracks 3 mentions

“It's really clean, there are a ton of options for weightlifting, an indoor track, basketball courts and more.”

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🚻 Tracks with Restrooms 2 mentions

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What runners highlight

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 192 Google reviews — runner-reported, in their own words.

⏱️ great for intervals 2 mentions
💚 free to use 7 mentions

“And it's free for Chico state students!”

From the reviews

…There is an indoor track, which is 1/4 of a mild long, there are free weights on the lower levels, with elipiycals and stationary bikes on the second floor, there is also free lockers which is super nice, the pool is outdoors, and heated, with 2 got tubs along with it, there is a huge basket ball…

★★★★★ — Matthew, May 2018

…The three-story climbing wall and bouldering area are fantastic for adventure seekers, and the indoor running track provides a great option for any weather. The WREC also offers things like personal training, aquatics programs, and even safety courses like CPR and First Aid.

★★★★★ — Komal, Oct 2025

…It's really clean, there are a ton of options for weightlifting, an indoor track, basketball courts and more. Can't ask for a better gym

★★★★★ — Cole, Feb 2020

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Where to find Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC)

150 Cherry St, Chico, CA95928

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and runner reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own or manage this track? Claim your listing — it's free.