Things to Do in Patterson, CA

Wine & Events California's Central Valley Golf Central Valley Hotels Shopping & Entertainment Nature's Art

Located in the Central Valley of California in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and Diablo Mountains, Patterson is a rural and agricultural town in Stanislaus County about 92 miles south of Sacramento and 89 miles southeast of San Francisco along the I-5 corridor. With its friendly ambiance, natural scenic beauty and diverse recreational activities, Patterson is an ideal travel destination and stopover. Explore the area's attractions, festivals, world-class wineries, championship golf courses, parks and lakes, mountains, historic sites, and a wide range of shopping. Known as the "Apricot Capitol of the World," Patterson yields about 95,000 tons of the fragrant fruit - California's largest crop - and celebrates the harvest with the annual Apricot Fiesta.

California Central Valley - Wine & Events. Tour the charming Central Valley wineries and sample award-winning wines at the tasting rooms of Delicato Vineyards on the rolling hills of Lodi, Wente Estate Vineyards in Livermore Valley, and Diablo Grande Vineyards in Patterson. All aboard the historic railroads that meander through the scenic Central Valley and California coast, through vineyards, mountains, lakes and rivers. The Sierra Railroad Dinner Train, the Sacramento River Train, the Skunk Express and the Napa Valley Wine Train treat guests to elegant locomotive travel, mountain excursions, romantic wine tasting trips, diverse cuisine and wines, and California culture.  [Top]

California's Central Valley Golf. Enjoy the scenic landscapes and challenging terrain at Central California's championship golf courses. Situated among vineyards and rolling hills, Diablo Grande's Legends and Ranch courses in Patterson offer world-class golf play for all abilities. The Savannah Course at Stevinson Ranch and the Course at Wente Vineyards both offer award-winning golf experiences. Creekside Golf Course and Dryden Golf Course wind through the scenic Modesto countryside past rivers, lakes and mature pine and oaks.  [Top]

California Central Valley - Shopping & Entertainment. Modesto offers travelers diverse shopping, restaurants and entertainment, including the Modesto Farmers Market, the Antique Emporium and McHenry Village. McHenry Museum, which houses the Central California Art League Gallery, features paintings, sculpture, graphics and selected crafts of local artists.  [Top]

California Central Valley - Nature's Art. Explore the beautiful parks, lakes and mountains for outdoor adventure, recreation and relaxation. Big Bear Lake offers an array of water sport activities, hiking and biking trails, and excellent fishing. Big Bear Mountain is California's top winter skiing, snowboarding and freestyle resort. Venture to Yosemite National Park - one of the most heavenly places on earth - and San Luis Reservoir National State Park for family fun, adventure and exquisite scenery.  [Top]