REI Co-op is opening a new outdoor gear store in Sacramento area. Here’s where and when
Sacramento-area residents will soon have another option for camping and hiking gear.
REI Co-op will open at 9145 W. Stockton Blvd. in Elk Grove next year, the company said in an Oct. 18 news release.
The specialty outdoor retailer plans to open a total of six locations in 2025 as part of “the company’s efforts to support the active lifestyles of its membership and outdoor communities,” the release said.
“Cities that will have new stores represent communities that serve as a gateway to some of the country’s most incredible natural places and where our members currently live or destinations where they love to play outside,” Mary-Farrell Tarbox, REI vice president of stores, said in the release.
What is REI Co-op?
Headquartered near Seattle, REI Co-op advertises itself as the nation’s largest consumer cooperative with 24 million members who “expect and love the best quality gear; inspiring expert classes and trips, and outstanding customer service.”
The co-op sells everything from clothing and shoes to backpacks and tents.
In addition to REI.com, the REI Outlet and the REI shopping app, customers can shop at more than 180 stores in 41 states and the District of Columbia.
REI plans to open stores in Carlsbad and Chico in the spring of 2025, as well as Amherst, New York, and Lynnwood, Washington, the release said.
A Durango, Colorado, location is set to open that summer, while stores are slated to open in Prosper, Texas, and St. George, Utah, in 2026.
Where is new Sacramento-area store?
REI Co-op will occupy a 22,127-square-foot space at Laguna Gateway Shopping Center just off Highway 99, according to the release.
The retail space at Laguna Boulevard and West Stockton Boulevard was previously home to Bed Bath & Beyond, which closed in 2023.
“Each new REI store will offer a wide assortment of apparel and gear” for camping, cycling, hiking, running and rock climbing, as well as snow and water sports, the release said.
“In addition, every store will feature a full-service bike shop staffed by certified mechanics to tune and repair mountain, road, hybrid or e-bikes,” REI said.
When will Elk Grove location open?
REI said the new Elk Grove store will open its doors in the spring of 2025, although the retailer didn’t give a specific opening date.
Where are Northern California store locations?
REI has about 30 stores in California, including these Sacramento-area locations:
