What to Do
It’s time to visit the California Delta! Whether you are looking for a day trip from San Francisco, a regular fishing spot, or you’re an out-of-state visitor who’s not sure where to go or what to do, we have something for you!
Summer in the California Delta means exploring the vast waterways by jet ski or kayak, floating leisurely on inner tubes, or catching a sunrise or sunset from the deck of a houseboat. Catch some Delta river crawdads, or better yet, hit up the summer festivals and events and enjoy some live and lively music.
The long winter months rewards fishermen with some of the best bass fishing around. This is also an ideal time to take a kayak cruise along the meandering waterways.
Throughout the year, enjoy the treasures of the California Delta and find back-road adventures framed by beautiful 360-degree views. Visit the river towns, wineries, shops, and eateries!
Water Recreation
Visit the California Delta for a boater’s paradise! Whether you like to cruise along in a kayak or canoe, watch the world from a steamboat or ferry, charter a cruise, or rent a jet ski, there are hundreds of miles of waterways to explore!
Tours
There is a lot to see and do in the Delta – let someone else be your guide! Air conditioned vans, kayak excursions, and boat charters are at your call.
Cycling
Cycling may be the next best thing to flying, and is a great way to get in touch with the nature that surrounds you. Set off on an adventure and explore the Delta on a bicycle…maybe even one built for two.
Bird Watching
Love our feathered friends? Then visit the California Delta! It’s home to hundreds of different bird species making it an amazing place for bird watching.
Farm Stands
The Delta region is brimming with great produce and food that you can pick up at farmers’ markets or stop in at one of the family-friendly farms to pick your own!
Camping & RV Parks
The Delta region is a great place to bring the family for a camping trip, with many places to pitch a tent and spend the weekend on the water, fishing and relaxing!
Hunting
The Delta is a beautiful, welcoming location for hunting waterfowl. Favorite waterfowl include Green-winged teal, American wigeon, Aleutian canada goose, Northern shoveler, Snow goose, and mallard.
Fishing
The Delta is home to many different fish and a favorite place for fishermen and women, boys and girls to sit on the banks or the back of a boat and hopefully land that day’s dinner!
Hiking
Cosumnes River Preserve, the Delta de Anza Regional Trail, and so much more – there are many paths in the Delta for a leisurely stroll or an intense nature hike.
Parks
There are many ways to explore the Delta region — you can walk, bike, hike, kayak, boat, and paddle your own canoe! Many of the regional parks offer educational tours and interactive classes.
History
It’s not only the rivers that define the California Delta, but the people who were an integral part of the region’s development.