Things to Do near Central Valley
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Balsam Meadows SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Balsam Meadows is located on the north side of Highway 168, east of Shaver Lake. Ideal for snow play. No snowmobiling allowed.
Coyote SNO-Park
Big Creek
Coyote SNO-Park is located on the north side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Recommended activities include cross-country skiing,…
Eastwood Sno-Park
Lakeshore
Eastwood is located on the east side of Highway 168 at Huntington Lake Road in Sierra National Forest, which maintains…
Highway 108 SNO-Park
Strawberry
California State Highway 108 traverses the Sierra Nevada at an elevation of 9,628 feet and is subject to winter closure…
Huntington Lake
Lakeshore
Huntington Lake is a popular summer and winter recreation area. This beautiful high sierra lake provides wonderful opportunities for camping,…
Old Sacramento
Sacramento
What is now the Old Sacramento Historic District was the city’s waterfront hub during the Gold Rush era. Unfortunately, it was…
Tamarack SNO-Park
Shaver Lake
Tamarack SNO-Park is located on the south side of Highway 168 east of Shaver Lake. Enjoy cross-country skiing, dog sledding,…
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California State Capitol Park
Sacramento
Capitol Park in Sacramento is a lush 40-acre oasis right in the heart of the city. With beautifully landscaped gardens,…
Collins Lake Recreation Area
Browns Valley
Collins Lake Recreation Area, located in Browns Valley, Yuba County, in the heart of Central Valley, is a beloved destination…
Cool Patch Pumpkins
Dixon
Open mid-September through the first week in November, Cool Patch Pumpkins is a world-renowned pumpkin patch and corn maze in Dixon
Downtown Stockton Marina and Joan Darrah Promenade
Stockton
Stroll along the Joan Darrah Promenade and enjoy the beautiful public art and picturesque views of downtown Stockton.
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Lake Isabella/Kern River KOA
Weldon
Outdoor enthusiasts will love this KOA. Ideally located in the SierraMountains, the campground also backs up to the Kern River…
Merced Welcome Center
Merced
Each of the California Welcome Centers scattered throughout the state are staffed with personal travel concierges. These knowledgeable experts are ready…
Nimbus Fish Hatchery
Rancho Cordova
The Nimbus Hatchery Visitor Center (not dog friendly) is open to the public weekdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.…
Rancho Marina
Isleton
Rancho Marina in Isleton, Sacramento County, is a full-service RV park open year-round, offering large sites with lawns and tree-shaded…
River Fox Train
Sacramento
Embark on a unique adventure with your furry companion aboard the River Fox Train in Sacramento, California. This one-of-a-kind experience…
Sacramento River Fox Train
West Sacramento
The Sacramento River Fox Train is dedicated to preserving a piece of Northern California history. Dogs are allowed on some…
Three Rivers Hideaway
Three Rivers
Three Rivers Hideaway, a serene park situated along the Kaweah River in Three Rivers, Tulare County, offers a tranquil retreat…