My husband and I had a wonderful wine tasting at Naggiar Vineyards. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, and the wines were delicious! We were fortunate enough to work a 200+ person event there recently and it was an incredibly enjoyable and memorable experience. Working with Mary was a true pleasure as well—she was honest, fair, and punctual throughout the entire process. The staff was friendly and kind, the customers were fun and respectful, and Mary provided everything we needed which made the event seamless. We can’t wait to work with her again!

A group of us went to their summer concert series for my birthday when an ABBA tribute band was playing and it was a perfect night. We danced and sang the whole night. And the wine was AMAZING. Could not recommend this place enough!!

Friendly folks in the tasting room. They have the best Viognier in the Sacramento region. If you prefer reds, you should try their Barbera. They have a great shaded patio to sit and sit your wine, while looking out over a serene pond. In the summer, they usually have free live music on the patio on Friday and Saturday nights. They also have about 6 paid concerts with top level cover bands each year. Not sure about entertaining this year with Covid, but they are doing a great job of keeping everyone safe.

Always wanted to visit this winery - loved their red wine blends, and the location out in the foothills was intriguing. The winery is in a beautiful valley, somewhat remote - nice drive along 2 lane roads, followed by a mile or so along a rough dirt road. You even get to see Bison along the way. Really. The winery met expectation - reasonably priced tastings, and as with most wineries, you get to taste a lot more than what they advertise. Their outdoor covered is beautiful with lots of tables, overlooking a pond. Great views. That’s where we had problem number one - I guess they advertise the winery as family friendly, which sounds OK unless you have to deal with two mothers who brought four young kids along with all their toys. The kids ran wild, totally out of control and ignored by the parents. When the daughter pulled out a tambourine, that was the end for us - we politely asked the mother to have her stop, and were met with the “It’s a family friendly winery”. BS. It’s not a family room. You expect parents to have some control over their kids. And the winery does nothing about it, since a lot of their customers are locals. This pretty much ruined our experience. Problem number two - every winery I’ve visited, and that’s a lot of wineries, drops the tasting charge if you buy a few bottles which we did. Not this place. Overall, the winery is beautiful, great staff, and the wines are very good. It’s a great place to spend a summer afternoon on the patio, with a glass of fine wine and some snacks (you can bring your own food). I recommend taking the drive out there and hopefully you will not have to deal with uncontrolled kids.

An excellent time spent at Naggiar Vineyards. Veryyy good wine (the rosé is deliciiiiious hehe), a place that makes you dream, a warm atmosphere and staff. I'm already looking forward to next time! THANK YOU !

The drive is completely worth it with these timeless treasures... the wine is outta this world, the snacks are melt-in-your-mouth worthy and they always hit the spot 😋 Plus every event is absolute perfection and done phenomenal ❤️🥰😍

Obsessed with this place! Wines were incredible as well as the service. Marianne was our wine expert taste pourer. Great conversation with great wine! What more could you ask for! Will for sure be coming back and sending people this way!

I had the most amazing drive today, just cruising around to clear my mind and take in the scenery. And guess what? I happened upon Boa Vista Orchards! It's this adorable little spot nestled on the side of a picturesque hill. It totally gave me old-school farmer's market vibes, but with a modern twist. They've got everything from trinkets to jams, jellies, juices, and wines galore! Plus, they fire up the BBQ and whip up the most delicious pies and pastries. The whole place just oozes charm and good vibes. Everyone there was having a blast, and the weather was just perfect. And can we talk about how fresh everything is? They even freeze stuff the same day to keep it top-notch. If you're ever in the area, you've gotta swing by Boa Vista Orchards for some tasty treats and stunning views! Trust me, you won't regret it!

Great store at Apple hill. As I know this is the famous one. To get here is a challenge as traffic is very bad. Queue start form freeway. There is alternate exit from I50 west which we can use to avoid the major traffic. Since it is Halloween month, it has pumpkin patch which is nice. The queue for food and pie are very long. The fruits are fresh and cheap. You can buy cooked pie, uncooked pie, apple cider,jam, fresh fruit etc.

Located on Apple Hill, Boa Vista Orchards began in the early 1900s as a potato farm. Today, it has expanded to include a wide variety of produce and more! They offer a market, a bakery, a vineyard, and a deli, among other attractions. When we visited Boa Vista Orchards, we arrived too late for lunch, but I had a hard time leaving the market without buying everything in sight! I ended up purchasing a couple of boxes filled with farm goods and have been happily cooking delicious meals with them since. Once you try fresh farm food, you'll notice a significant difference in richness and taste compared to supermarket products. If you're planning a visit, I highly recommend trying their ciders. They have a cider tasting counter where I experienced pomegranate cider for the first time, and I absolutely loved it! it!

Boa Vista is a very cute little market place. We went for Cherry Days and the cherry sugared donut and cherry dumplings were out favorites. Shockingly also the pickled garlic. While we did have a lovely time, this is mostly a shopping and eating experience. I thought (before I called for clarification) it was a bit more interactive, a “you pick” type place. So be aware! There is a cute train (adults under 5’10” can ride, which was nice because our kid was the only kid for a while) but that’s about it for “kids activities.” We had a lovely morning there. Just know what you’re going for! We loved being able to sample different fruits and canned items before purchasing. We definitely bought well 😂

Traffic to the orchard was terrible. The parking patrol guys were nice and friendly. The lines in the store were long, but they had a great system. I will give them that. To many people for my liking. If that’s your thing …. Have fun!!

A great place to get fresh produce at a good price. I got quality pumpkins as well and they have a lot of kitchen ingredients and baked goods. Parking is limited and it gets very busy on the weekends during September and October.

The donuts are great and delicious but super expensive and the line to get them is LONG. I guess because they are so popular. They are delicious. We paid around $24 for a dozen. I don't think we will return just because of the hassle of limited parking, being so crowded, long lines, and higher prices compared to other donut and pie places in the area. But if I was wealthy with an assistant, I'd love them and get them every weekend.

We absolutely loved our trip to gold bug park, gem panning was super fun (though the water was absolutely freezing… keep in mind for children) but the mine tour was amazing! Pop gave us such a good and memorable tour, made me feel comfortable because I’m very claustrophobic but was able to do the tour! Prices are great! And there’s a lovely picnic area too.

7-15-25 limited free parking lot with a rough estimate of 10 place, including, roofed pavilion , small clean gift shop with a small room size museum, to get a taste of gold rush era since 1880s. Mine entrance look cool with a mandatory 12 bucks ticket. Also there is a trail going up the hill which I was in hurry and couldn’t go.

Brought our 4th grade daughters to experience the gold mine since it’s a part of the history taught about California. The mine was a super cool experience even tho it is a short mine (you will probably only Spend 10-15 minutes inside). You listen to a pre-recorded audio as you slowly walk through which gives good info. It is very cold inside and wet so keep that in mind. The girls really enjoyed it!! Adults must wear a helmet as the mines ceilings are very low and you will hit your head if you’re not paying attention. The people working there were very nice and taught us a lot. Also, we visited the stampmill & blacksmith up the hill from the mine. A man I stampmill explained the process for getting from rock to the gold. The blacksmith showed us a demonstration to make a spoon from horseshoe nail. Pretty cool piece of history and the folks working there are really knowledgeable and helpful.

Staff were amazing and friendly, lots of jokes that were fun for all ages, had to wear a helmet if you were over 5 feet tall for safety reasons which was also appreciated! Great place for kids!

A nice smaller historic park with a few short trails to hike, an old stamp mill, and a smaller mine you can explore for $10 for a self guided audio tour. The rest of the park is free except for the mine, which is really the main attraction. The mine is a cool feature to see, and is worth doing the audio tour, however I wish it wasn't $10 per person. A $5 fee for the self guided tour seems more reasonable, or even a $5 fee for anyone to tour the park seems fair. Worth a visit if in Placerville, and if you have children.

Amazing experience. My favorite part was going into the mine tunnel. It was chilled, dark, and dripping with water. IT WAS GREAT. Tour guides (Stamp Mill/Black Smith Shop) were excellent too! I definitely recommend visiting this location. The fee is $12 per adult, $10 for veterans.

All the staff were very enthusiastic, love their job, and were really nice. Every staff member we talked to gave us tips on local travel. The mine and details were interesting, but the best part was the staff!!! So fun! The mine is nice and cool on a hot day!

Pizza was good. Service was great. If you eat here you wont be disappointed or hungry. Enjoy.

This is our "go to" pizza place when in Auburn. I prefer to make reservations online when I plan ahead because it's just nice to walk in and be seated. Parking can be sparse but slowly drive around the building and I've always been able to get close to the restaurant. Now, the ambience is large and comfy at the same time. Keep in mind, for non rainy days, sitting upstairs in one of there many cozy resting / celebration areas. The views are really fun. The choices of food are plenty and delicious. They also have many adult drinks and a full service bar separate but open to the restaurant. I especially like that they decorate for seasonal celebrations keeping it a unique experience from time. We had a family of 7 enjoy two large pizzas, drinks, and a salad for about 110.00. It's not cheap but also isn't too expensive considering the excellent service, food, and atmosphere.

Holy Smokes! This pizza was absolutely delicious!! Gotta try the Choo Choo Chicken pizza! Everything was perfect 👍🏻 service was great and staff super cool 😎 we eat here every time me and friends go hiking! I look forward to eating old town pizza afterwards! Definitely a must try!! 🍕👍🏻🔥🤌🏻

Delicious pizza! I ordered a small Caboose pizza. It was loaded with toppings: pepperoni, sausage, linguica, salami, mushrooms, yellow onion and black olives. It was cooked well done as requested. Brad was my server and he did a great job!

I was visiting from Kentucky. I loved my short time spent here. Your restaurant is top notch. I stopped to get a pizza and cheese bread before I left town. Thank you for the amazing good experience. ( Information for future customers ) Don't think twice. Yummy goodness awaits. Friendly staff, happy to see you.

I just wanted to say I love the pizza here and the GF options are awesome. Came here last night and had the best service I have experienced in quite a while. Evelyn D. Was our server and she went above and beyond. She is very attentive to each of her tables and it was busy birthday parties and full tables everywhere. Took the time to let Shane the manager know how well she did. He is relatively new to the area, super nice as well. Thank you Evelyn!

Tried it for the first time. Great pizza! They also have gluten free option, thanks for that! Will come back again!

It's nice to see Placer County history on display. It's definitely a nice stop while exploring Auburns' old town district.

Wonderful history! My daughter & I love it! Terry Rose was great with information.

Pretty cool place to check out. We were in Auburn for my son's birthday, to check places out. The museum was a cool surprise in this beautiful town. It was cool to see the jail cell, old electronics that changed the advancement of human kind for the better. Old phones. Old medical supplies, and farming tech. A real cool place to check

I found the museum to be a very wonderful and lucky way to spend time while waiting for an appointment. The exhibits were very professional and well together. Towards the end was a wonderful film that was very entertaining to watch. Their museum covered such locally, relevant topics, such as growth of technology, the railroad, and the transportation of goods.

Located in the courthouse, you'll have to go through security and metal detector to enter - no worries, the officer was very nice. This museum, located on the ground floor, is small but thorough and free. I loved the nod to Native Americans and the variety of exhibits. The Wanted bulletin board was very interesting to read. You could easily spend an hour here. Would recommend for anyone visiting the area

Very nice free museum with lots of local history! Loved speaking with the woman inside. She was extremely knowledgeable. I actually stayed longer then I'd expected, because she was such a breath of fresh air :)

Loved the museum here. It was very fun to walk through though it was kind of small. The architecture is gorgeous. There is free parking and the entrance is free as well.

I had such a great time at Red Hawk Casino! The atmosphere is lively, clean, and full of energy. The staff were friendly and attentive, and the casino floor had a great variety of slots and tables. The new hotel and restaurants make it a perfect weekend getaway. Loved the view and the food options—definitely coming back soon! The Apex is kid friendly, our children had so much fun bowling.

I have mixed feelings about Red Hawk. The casino staff is awesome. Game selection is decent. My only negative experience is management with the coffee shop and the food in Apex. More than once I have been getting food and there is a line of customers and only one person ringing up people's orders. Other employees seem lost while the manager is doing other things instead of directing their staff or jumping in to provide great customer service. At apex I stood and watched my order sit there for almost 15 min. I asked the manager who was more intErested to beginning the closing duties if I could get my order and her response was "yeah. In a minute." Not great service. Overall ok casino.

I absolutely love how close Red Hawk is to home but the beautiful scenic location makes it feel like a real getaway. The rooms are super clean and newish, definitely recommend booking a sunset view room, the views are stunning! One of the best parts is how kid friendly this resort is. Honestly, the kids quest alone deserves 5 stars. My husband and I love being able to drop our kids off there while we enjoy a relaxing dinner date. And when we pick them up? They never want to leave! Its such a fun, safe place for them. Also, the games at the arcade, especially the claw machines pay out well. My kids always win great prizes there. The service here has always been top notch. Every staff member we've interacted with has been friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend Red Hawk for families, and couples or anyone looking for a local escape that feels like a vacation.

We stopped by Red Hawk on the way home from Sly Park. My friends first time there. She loved it. We played some slots and walked around. The place is filled with good vibes. They have self serve coffee and soft drinks.Heard from someone in the elevator the rooms are amazing. Great hospitality. We will be back.

This review is for the food and food quality at Red Hawk. This is below average for sure. My wife and I went for an early dinner to the Pearl Asian Restaurant (late 2025), which is supposed to be an upscale Asian restaurant. The food quality is very sub-par. The Wor Won Ton Soup had a very thin light broth like dirty water and terrible quality. The vegetables were totally old (mushrooms almost black from age), and very limp overcooked vegetables. It was the worst Wor Won Ton Soup I have ever eaten. I have been to the buffet over the years and it is the same kind of poor quality. The kitchen at this resort is just below average, very below average. Sad this place tries to be upscale, but the F&B is definitely not there. The employee base here is quite pleasant and kind. It is the kitchen that needs a complete redo, Terrible

Verona Coffeehouse review since I can not find it as a restaurant in RedHawk.... Management here is lacking to say the least. I brought back my undercooked chicken wings that I took a bite of the drummy which was very pink let alone had not even got to the bone which assumed was red. Manager told me oh its cooked and its okay to eat because the way they cook it. Uh hello NEVER eat undercooked chicken unless you're willing to get very sick guess he was never trained properly and only option they could provide was oh I can have the cook remake for you and it will take at least 18min. No refund, no okay I can make something else... my stomach was already turned from having more wings. So I only had a couple wings prior to finding the undercooked drummy and nothing else for lunch.... VERY poor customer service and management. Wonder what liability Red Hawk would have faced if I ate it and did get sick and their Management had told me it was okay to eat???

I'm not a big gambler. I like to go to enjoy myself, meet nice people,have good food,and most of all Feel Safe! I get all of that at Red Hawk. Above all else feel safe. If I'm there to gamble or staying at hotel,which I often do by myself,I feel completely safe. No matter the hour,or how busy it may or may not be,I'm never concerned about my safety. Which is a major plus. I don't bet big but I manage to do ok. If you go to casino looking to come up and you don't,well that's on you for coming in with the wrong attitude.(My opinion) There's a wide variety of games . Many new ones,plenty of old stand by too. If you have mobility issues you can rent a scooter at the valet when you have them park for you or if you self park ,you can call the casino, ask for security, and inform them you need to rent a scooter. They'll ask where you're parked and can bring it to you there. Of course there are those rare times they're all rented out but rarely the case. The cost is $20 for 24hrs. In case you're staying with them at hotel for instance. They've got a gift give away and generous comp system. If you want frantic ,go to that big place. As for sky r### I will never step in that place again. i left a review there and don't care to repeat it. A year later I thought I'd give another chance but only confirmed my disgust in the place. Red Hawk you can go alone, take your momma, or have a date night and actually be able to relax and enjoy each other. That's about covers it. Have fun-Jacobina

Such a beautiful and heartwarming place! The pumpkin farm and sunflower field are absolutely magical — full of colors, joy, and peace. It’s a perfect spot for families, kids, and anyone who wants to feel closer to nature. Walking among the golden sunflowers and bright orange pumpkins feels like stepping into a fairytale. The staff are kind and welcoming, and every moment here fills your heart with warmth and gratitude. 🍂☀️

Bishop’s Pumpkin Farm is hands down one of the best family fall destinations in Northern California! There’s truly something for everyone — from the giant pumpkin patch and sunflower fields to the petting zoo, hayrides, and train rides. The kids absolutely loved the corn maze and slides, and the adults enjoyed the fresh apple cider, kettle corn, and delicious pumpkin pie. The place is clean, well organized, and full of friendly staff who make everything run smoothly even on busy weekends. Parking is easy to navigate, and the layout makes it simple to explore without feeling crowded. Highly recommend coming early in the day, bringing a wagon, and staying for the evening lights — it feels like a little fall festival in every corner. 🍂 Can’t wait to come back next year!

omg amazing. went here with my partner and the corn maze was fun, the garlic fries were fire, the place was so nicely decorated, the apple cider slush w/ ice cream is to die for, but the crinkle cookies were just bad unfortunately :( that's the only negative thing. IF YOU GO YOU HAVEEEE TO SEE THE ALASKAN RACING PIGS OMG THAT WAS THE HIGHLIGHT OF MY ALREADY AWESOME DAY

Love this place! You gotta try ALL the yummy desserts! They are so so good! If you're ok with crowds the weekend has so much great entertainment and shows, but know there are long lines for everything and parking is $20. If you go Monday-thursday it's free to park and there are no lines but there's also no entertainment or shows. Regardless, this is a must for the fall!

Recently went there on sunday. It was crazy busy. I didn’t expect to see that many people. Waiting line for every rides , attraction is insane. Not to forget food court /resturant line are very long. If you are planning to go there make sure you take tons pf water , coz water there is very expensive. I bought 2 bottle normal water for $8.47. They have many things to do especially for kids. All age kids can enjoy. Now , talking about money. There are few things to do which don’t require tickets. Otherwise tickets are needed for rides and attractions. Its fun to watch piggy race. Kids will enjoy them. REMEMBER, don’t buy too many tickets at once , because if you won’t be able to do all rides / attractions you will have tickets left and it is unrefundable , otherwise you can use it on your next visit if you are planning to do so. I have almost 25 tickets left . Now i have to go back again. I don’t mind going back again but its very costly. If you want to save money bring your own foods.you can bring anything.

We had a great time with the kids. The entertainer was amazing. The apple dumpling smothered in soft serve ice cream was over the top . Thank you bishops ranch. Great place for fun.

Every year in the fall season we come here. Very cool and fun farm for spending time with kids or just with friends or family a lot of entertainment and also love the variations of food. incredible place

You have to go just for the experience :-) we’re 2 1/2 hours away in Marin County worth every minute of this trip into historic wine country being treated the way that you used to be able to be treated in Napa! Folks appear kind, intelligent about history of wines and our reason for jumping in was there great concert series. Seen Pablo Cruise there twice. and planning on seeing starship in the fall. They really trough this out. It’s a great intimate venue every seats a great seat fun to sip their wine. hit the food trucks and enjoy the music. Their genius in the way that they’ve set up the venue and the processing to get you into the venue. No stress had great interaction with Sam one of their operations guys who really knows his stuff. I think he’s head of their wine club as well as one of their extremely helpful amazing representatives of Helwig. Really appreciated the hospitality.

Gorgeous looking winery with the best views in the area! You can see the snowclad Sierras in the distance and that was my favorite part of it all! We didn't do a tasting, but we got a couple of glasses of wine - the 2018 Petite Sirah and the 2022 Viognier. The wines were good but we enjoyed the winery more. Lots of places to sit and enjoy beautiful views all around. We were able to walk into their cellar and explore the area. For those interested in eating, they have a kitchen serving typical American food. You cannot bring outside food. All in all, we had a great time and definitely recommend checking this winery out if you want open space and views.

It was an absolutely gorgeous winery with the most amazingly nice people who were working on March 23rd, 2025! Had a truly lovely visit to Helwig, and we can not wait to bring our parents here this May ❤️

We took our friends from San Diego up to Helwig this past weekend since they have never been, and had an amazing time!! This place is beyond beautiful, incomparable views, and incredible wines. Gail (our wine expert) started us out with the sparkling rose which was so good! We continued through the tastings and enjoyed every one of them! The staff is so friendly and accommodating, and Gail was the perfect host! We will be back again and again!

We were welcomed into the tasting room and told we could be served either inside or outside. We got our first pour and walked outside with it. We explored the beautiful property and realized we'd be more comfortable inside. We were helped by no less than 2 different servers. Both were very nice and accommodating. I ended up buying 6 bottles, as I throughly enjoyed their reds and my wife their sparkling rose. Beautiful venue and wonderful wines and service.

While I have never left a review like this before I feel like it is appropriate given the circumstances that we encountered. The property is very beautiful and inviting yet the service unfortunately is lacking. We were a party of five inside and were completely ignored. We made it a game to see how long it would take for our next tasting to be poured. The person who poured our wine was actively drinking a bottle of wine in front of us and then would go on to say “I’m just hungover, I need to keep drinking.” He then would walk away as if we were just there to be entertained. It was completely professional and we will not be returning.

Yes there is a sign at the entrance indicating this is a 21 and over property. 21 and over for the tasting room or sales room I get. But for the restaurant? Outside? Are you kidding? They (Garrett) told us we would need to leave because we had a child with us. Even after I asked if we could order something to go for our 3 1/2 year old granddaughter, he said no, and told us to leave. I don’t know of anything more rude than denying to serve a child accompanied by paying adults. Shameful. You can bet we will never visit this winery again, with or without our grandchild.

Regular here; rooms are always clean and staff is very helpful from hotel. Room service is hit and miss. Rooms most have been remodeled. Suites have jetted tubs and have a very large bathroom. All rooms have amazing soaking tubes and separate showers. Love bathroom set up. Pool is great especially when no kids around. Drinks are great Poole

I had a great time at Thunder Valley. The casino is clean and well-maintained, and both the restaurants and restrooms were nicely kept. One thing I’ve never loved about casinos is having to walk through smoking areas to reach the non-smoking section. I understand that smoking is part of the casino atmosphere, but not all gamblers are smokers. But there is a non smoking section so that's cool. The concert venue was surprisingly decent, and the spa was excellent—very relaxing and beautifully designed. Staff throughout the hotel were consistently welcoming and friendly, and there’s plenty of parking available, which made things easy. Cons: The rewards program was disappointing. If you're staying at the hotel and spending money on-site, you should earn points for all purchases. Also, if you forget your rewards card in your room, it would be helpful to show your receipt and still get credit. There was some miscommunication around that and the advertised 5% discount, which made the experience less smooth than expected.

What can I say. Thunder Valley hotel and casino is the best!!! The room was very clean and nicely decorated. Very modern. The service of everyone from the Valet, bellmen, desk person to the bartenders were exceptional. We can't wait for the next visit.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We absolutely love Thunder Valley! The spa remodel is gorgeous — so relaxing and just what we need every time. We go as friends to celebrate and unwind, and it never disappoints! Linda is awesome and always makes us feel so welcome. And Joseph is amazing — he always says hello with a smile and treats us like VIPs. Five stars all the way!

We have so much fun here. The rooms are nice, the food is delicious and we ALWAYS get the best service! We absolutely love the team at Thunder Valley. They have the best Casino Hosts, Rosemary, Gabriel, Linda, and Mary and such welcoming Hotel Desk Staff like Angel. We love grabbing drinks from any of the friendly and talented bartenders like Jennifer at High Steaks, Christine at Thunder Bar, Daven at Red Lantern and Tim and Laurie in High Limit. Thunder Valley is an amazing resort and continues to be our favorite!!

Came down from Canada for weekend for concert and had a great time. Casino was good, food and room great and the staff really made us feel welcome. Would make another trip for the right concert.

We really enjoyed the band Zepparella at the Venue tonight. They are a Led Zeppelin tribute band. All four members are awesome artists! Best and most authentic rock tribute performance that I have seen. An excellent band in their own right. They need to add a keyboard player to ther band so they can play Stairway to Heaven as their closing song.

We joined the wine club so that we could have a tasting here. We were there on a wine trip with friends and it was their spring release day. This beautiful winery was full of people but it didn't feel crowded. We really like their wines and we had a great wine tasting with Joe. He was wonderful and let us try more wines than what was on the menu. The food for club members was also delicious and we all enjoyed it along with their wines. We ordered a case to be shipped home. I love their rainbow color Adirondack chairs out front. Not sure if it's meant to send a message of diversity and inclusion or just for aesthetics but hopefully the former.

We’ve belonged to several wine clubs over the past 15-20 years. Here’s the deal. This is the ONLY one we’ve stayed loyal to. Not only are the wines AMAZING, the owners are just genuine. Jeff’s winemaking talents are unparalleled. If you step into the tasting room, every wine is an experience, and nothing disappoints. Customer service is just beyond the best. Margie can’t be beat…she’s exceptional. Ten stars wouldn’t be enough. We are so blessed to have found Jeff Runquist Wines, and to have been wine club members for 15 years or more. If you are considering wine tasting in the Shenandoah Valley, don’t miss this place. It’s truly special.

This is my 3rd visit in six years- their wines are very good—-crowd pleasers. Today, we (5 of us) really enjoyed the 2023 stainless steel Chardonnay (silky), 2023 Viognier (lite and heavenly), 2022 Barbera (smooth & fruit forward). Also— these two wines were stellar: 2023 Verdelho— 2022 Zinfandel (98 points from their menu!). Wow—- great stop. Thanks Carl—- great host who made us all feel welcome and heard.

This place keeps getting better and better for wine tasting. Lots of patio space, indoor seating, and cozy rooms. Make the wine experience more personal. Plus, the wine here is great. Rarely is there a wine that I don't like at Runquist.

I enjoy the wines but I am partial to Chardonnays. Yesterday I was picking up 4 bottles of wine (wine club) and mentioned I do like Chardonnay and could I try theirs. Server told me they did not have any open. My guest mentioned twice that she would really like to try theirs Chardonnay but we were ignored. Normally the server will give you a little education on the wine they are serving but he would pour a small sip and leave after telling us the name of the wine. My neighbors all enjoy Jeff Runquist wines and I share at Friday get together. The more I think about yesterday the more I am angry. No explanation just “no Chardonnay open”.

We get to Amador County once a year or so for our CA wine fix. I'm convinced that the Runquist Winery is one of the more unknown gems in the county, despite being on the main road. Their Alicante Bouschet was new to me a few years ago, but now it's a staple in our collection and one of our favorites. Not known for their white wines, the Chardonnay was quite good. Karl was our server and we had a lot of fun with him before it got busy. He's a fantastic ambassador for Runquist wines. Make sure you take time to visit the winery, you won't regret it. It's a must for us each time!

As a current member of the Winery, I’ve always been very happy with Service. If today were my first day here, however, I would never become a member. My husband and I sat for at least 15 to 20 minutes between tastings with a very empty Tasting Room. They were plenty of people to serve, none were serving more than one table at a time or offering to go to other tables if they were busy. We finally had to get up and ask for another pouring after waiting 20 minutes from our second tasting, which had come 15 minutes after our first tasting. They are two tables currently being used in the tasting room for servers. Two of the three glasses at the second table are also empty. Our server just came over and apologized that we had to get somebody else at the bar to bring our glasses to us for our third tasting. She apologized for having had back-to-back orders keeping her busy, but I’ve been watching her and she’s had three minutes of busy while helping another server fill an order. Two servers filling one order. Busy release parties have had much better service than this Saturday with so few people to be served. Step up your game, Runquist.

Super Cool to see in person, unfortunately the museum was closed, they relys on volunteers to run it, but the guards were so polite and full of knowledge and history. We had a great time.

We are so happy we went here. It's a little off the beaten path and we were skeptical in taking the time to go, but well worth it. The guy running the gift shop was extremely nice and even though it's small the museum is worth doing. You even park right outside the gate so it's a little weird being that close to guards and people going inside for visits. Lots of Johnny cash memorabilia too.

It’s closed now but you still can go to the entrance and take pictures. The guard staff was awesome at information and knowledge.

Dont drink that dirty water. Fascinating historic stop. It's sobering why it was built and still is in use. I love the museum sharing actuall history of the prison and the work and engineering the prisoners put into the construction and maintenance of the facilities. Guards were very accomadating.

Great museum with lots of info packed into a small space. The best part was listening to the stories of the docent onsite with so many years of experience inside the prison. Definitely worth a couple hours of exploring!

To be honest, the overall impression about this spot is so-so cause the admission is $2 also they don’t accept cards payments for minimum transactions under $5, which sounds like everyone must buy something if they don’t have cash. This is not cool to the customers.

Even tho it's closed, the guards will let you carefully look around small area and take pics. Really neat piece of history - Johnny Cash was here.

Love this place. Never disappointed. Love the people that work there. Appreciate them very much. You can tell they love the animals and they take great care of them. The precious animals are so sweet. I’m glad this facility exists so that we can be a part of their lives and they can be a part of our lives. A lot of hard work and effort goes into this facility. It’s clean. It’s well maintained. I enjoy going here every time.

Amazing little zoo. The animals are well cared for and the docent was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. I love seeing all bear, sand cat and mountain lion. You do need to have patience to wait around and look for the animals as they can be resting all the way at the back when it’s hot. But incredibly worth the experience for just $10. Definitely will revisit

Its a beautiful small zoo neiboring Folsom's City Lions Park and the Library. Ample parking, wheelchair friendly, restrooms, water fountains. Great staff. There is a small train outside with affordable pricing. No pets allowed except for service animals. Open at 10 am closes at 4 pm Thursdays to Sundays. Last admisdion at 3:30 pm Under 2 years is free. Above is $10.

I extended an invitation to another couple, my best friend and her husband, to celebrate my birthday with my husband and me on Halloween. I have a particular fondness for wolves and ravens, and I have previously visited this sanctuary on several occasions. It is important to note that this sanctuary differs significantly from conventional zoos. The animals housed here are not merely confined; rather, they reside voluntarily due to their inability to thrive in their natural habitats for various reasons. Each animal's unique history is thoughtfully presented below their enclosure for visitors to learn about as they observe them. The animals at this sanctuary are remarkably intelligent and responsive to human interaction, often engaging in reciprocal communication. This sanctuary is my preferred destination, and I highly recommend it to anyone who has not yet had the opportunity to experience it. I am personally grateful for the chance to visit, as each experience offers a distinct and enriching perspective. CLynn

Went for a quick walk last Saturday, the Zoo is small but your way around it and how everything is distributed made it a very enjoyable experience, entry is only $10 so give it a try!

The zoo / sanctuary was so much better than we’d expected. We thought it would be small, but actually, we spent a good two hours there I lived the written stories of the animals and the very clear, educational descriptions. The staff, at the entry, the gift shop, and in the zoo, were friendly, knowledgeable and approachable, happy to speak with zoo visitors. there are ramps everywhere, so this is easy to navigate with strollers Highly recommended, especially for children

This zoo truly is a sanctuary, not just for the animals but for a busy minded person such as myself, it’s the perfect place to feel calm and at peace. The animals are all rescued and they have such unique personalities. I love Pogo, the cockatoo, the best. He loves to dance if you play music for him and it’s the cutest! I also love that the park is just beside it, as well as the train, and some awesome walking trails behind the park. It makes for a great day with the littles for sure.

6 mile University loop on the American River Trail offering well paved trails, scenic river views and wildlife viewing. @TrailRunRater

Beautiful stop in Folsom with lake access

The spandex weenies make this trail miserable, even though it is a multi-use trail. It is a beautiful trail for spending time outside and enjoying nature, not preparing for Tour de France. Speed limit is 15mph. Also, leashed dogs are permitted on the trail.

Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail is great！

Gorgeous representation of California beauty!!

Beautiful place to hike n see nature!

Well maintained. Beautiful views. Awesome wildlife. Too many dangerous cyclists that don't follow the rules. Too many homeless that harass you and start brush fires.

Hotel rooms are older but clean and room had a balcony. Quick walk to the casino. Pool is heated to a comfy 80 degrees and was comfortable to swim in, in late October. Casino has a nice variety of slots and table games. And couple of decent restaurants. No booze served in casino. You can drink booze in the Lone Wolf lounge.

Jackson is a beautiful casino. I love that there is plenty of room to walk around comfortably even at their busiest times. The casino floor is very spacious. For slot players like myself there is a wide variety of machines to choose from. Very well trained staff. The customer service is excellent and very refreshing compared to a few other casinos I have visited in California. My boyfriend visits Jackson Rancheria weekly. I did not give them 5 stars due to the access of the hotel to and from casino. It is quite the trek from casino to hotel especially for us seniors. The rooms are nice but not as nice as they should be. That is just my opinion. Most casinos with hotels you leave your room get in an elevator and it takes you right to casino floor. This casino you have to exit the casino and walk to the parking garage take an elevator up to 3rd floor parking garage and walk the cement uphill walkway to the hotel lobby. I myself have to stop and catch my breathe a couple of times before getting to my room. I am not sure why it is designed this way. We used to stay at the hotel once a week but it is much more convenient for us to just get into our car and drive an hour home. That is my only complaint about Jackson Rancheria.

The bingo here kind of sucked. I asked and paid for 2 of each of the extra games and did not have them. So they should have given me the 2 missing games for free but instead asked me to purchase more. Plus hardly anyone actually played paper here and If they really do use a timer between calls. There is no way they could have used a timer because the calling was erratic. Not my first choice. Stick to the slots here.

Very, very nice RV park!! However, it is very expensive as compared to comparable parks. We are full-time RVer's and stayed here only for a few days while heading south. We enjoyed our stay very much. Went to the casino one time just to check it out. Gambling is not our thing but it was very nice none the less. There is a walking trail around the perimeter of the park, a swimming pool, large golf putting green and dog park. We would stay there again.

This is the best! We always have a great time. The Lone Wolf has wonderful food and great service. All the staff are friendly and helpful. Promotions are top notch!!

I like that Jackson still has a decent number of old style machines. Good variety of games. Downside is that there is no food of any kind late at night. Not even the coffee shop.

Very nice property with an excellent steakhouse - Lone Wolf. But, that’s about it. Overall, the establishment is quite boring. No entertainment No lounge (except in the restaurant) No bar All it is is gambling and a couple of restaurants. Disappointing.

Coming into this once in a life time experience I wanted to take advantage of the moment and proposal to my girl and make it special, sky drifters pilot and his wife working together were able to make this moment not only special but better than I could even imagine. The commitment and work they both put in to setting up the perfect proposal scenario was greatly appreciated. Not only that but the view and experience of this location and first time flying on an air balloon was amazing and definitely would do again.

Tim and Erin and just wonderful people and run an awesome passion project of taking people up in an enormous hot air balloon. Truth be told, now that I’m in my mid 40s with a couple kids at home I was apprehensive about taking a chance with my wife and my life… but in the end it was gorgeous peaceful safe and Tim is a true professional pilot. He won’t take any chances and is an expert. You will have fun, get amazing pics and memories and learn some really fascinating history along the way! Thank you!!!

Highly recommend this team!! Such a nice and friendly family. They will give you not just a flight - they will introduce you in history of hot air balloons! Such a good chance to enjoy the view of beautiful area on sunrise. You can see different animals and o lot of lakes. I really love Iren, she doing a great job with making you excited with this flight. She did so many good pictures! Tim had 18 years flight experience so he is professional! I like how active was Tim this morning. He was trying to keep everybody cheerful and excited for flight! he told us about the tradition of drinking champagne after landing and treated everyone to very good champagne. He was very thoughtful and prepared soft drinks too. He has a great sense of humor. You can keep the branded glasses as a souvenir. It was very nice to see how friendly he communicated with his sons, who helped with the flight at all stages. A wonderful and kind family. The best choice for flying. Unforgettable experience!

What an amazing experience!! I booked a flight for me and my beautiful wife who always loves doing things more on the “extreme” side and has never had a fear of heights. Since my wife has had this on her list of things she’s always wanted to do, I figured I would step out of my comfort zone and surprise her with a flight she probably thought she’d never be taking with me. I’ve got to say, for someone who has had an extreme fear of heights, I would do it all over - again and again! The Sky Drifters crew went above and beyond to make our time with them was one of the most safe, memorable, exciting, and comfortable experiences. The minute we arrived, we were cheerfully greeted by Erin (Tim - the Pilot’s wife), she took the time to explain the entire process with us and volunteered to act as our personal photographer the entire trip! Tim is an awesome pilot, who’s very knowledgeable, professional yet funny, and will treat you like family from the minute you arrive. From beginning-to-end he made every effort to ensure that we would get the most out of our time with them. I couldn’t have been happier with the entire experience! We will definitely be going back and flying with them in the future. Hats off to the ground crew, who were fast, professional, and efficient. Overall, you can’t go wrong with choosing Sky Drifters! Don’t let your fear of heights get in the way of you missing out on such an amazingly unique experience!

What an AMAZING experience!!! I was so nervous about being in a hot air balloon and I can not say more how great it was! Tim and his wife were the perfect people to fly with. Both were so knowledgeable, Tim was answering questions we didn’t even think to ask or wonder about and his wife was FABULOUS and took every kind of picture possible. She was so sweet! I never once felt unsafe. From beginning to end, the team was a total well oiled machine. It was very clear that Tim knew what he was doing and was so passionate about it! We ended the flight in a gorgeous field, with a little history, some amazing stories and the Balloonists Prayer. We were so sad to have the experience end, Tim and his wife were incredible, personable and we felt like we’d known them for years. Thank you SO much Sky Drifters!! I’d spend every weekend this way if I could, GO GO GO!

We had an amazing time filled with kindness and fun. I proposed in the air and my fiance thought it was the most epic romantic experience. Tim and his wife went above and beyond to make our trip as special as possible. And ending it with a very cool story and champagne toast. Sky Difters is a great company!!!!!

BEWARE!!!! Reservations made for Friday, August 29, 25. Owner, Tim called to ask us to reschedule to Sunday, August 31st. We agreed and made changes to our plans. All 5 riders arrived on time, Tim's demeanor was abrupt from the start. He gave us instructions and started to inflate the balloon. There was absolutely no air movement. He tested the air and wasn't pleased with the results. While we waited, the blower generator that was inflating the balloon ran out of gas. Tim had no back up and ran to get fuel at the station. Once back he started the blower again. Approximately 20 minutes later, Tim turned the blower off. His wife let us know, a flight wasn't going to happen. Tim never made any customer contact from the time he returned with the fuel. My husband shared with Erin that we would not be able to rebook as he was flying out of state the following morning for an undetermined time taking care of his elderly parent with severe health issues. On our drive home, we sent an email to Tim, stating our understanding of the weather (not hazardous) and sharing our circumstances. We heard nothing back, Tuesday morning I called Sky Drifters and Tim answered. When I stated my name and asked if he had replied to our email, his tone changed and he said "we're getting ready to leave town for the Reno Hot Air Balloon event this weekend". I again shared our situation and asked when he would be able to reply and refund the $590.00 that had been paid with no services provided. He snappily repeated they were leaving for Reno and he would not be available until Monday, September 8th. At this point I hung up the phone. This entire situation has be deplorable! Again, I say BEWARE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My family and I enjoy our visits to Preston Castle. We always have an amazing time. My partner and I have attended quite a few events and love the tours and oddity fairs they have. The staff that we've talked to have always been very knowledgeable. There's also abandoned housing that we also walk. It's a great place to visit and explore. Would definitely recommend catching a tour when it's open!

I can't say enough about how much I love this place! You'll be entranced by creepy cool vibe and random unusual sounds you may hear walking throughout the castle. You can't help but get sucked into knowing more about the place and it's history. It's hard not to fall in love with the place. If you find that you can't get enough, many volunteer opportunities abound! You too can become a part of the history of the Preston Castle.

The building is really pretty, with the red stone color. There's a tour if you want to see inside the castle. Although you can see the tour date is available you cannot choose it, you still have to call them. The web doesn't tell the price.

My wife and I visited yesterday for both a self guided tour and the paranormal investigation and had a blast. We did a tour at 1130am and took a couple hours familiarizing ourselves and learning all the history we could. We also were fortunate to have some amazing docents let us get closer looks of a few of the rooms since we were having fun talking to them the whole time. The castle is absolutely beautiful despite its condition but its nice to see so many volunteers working to restore it. For the paranormal investigation ay night, we were paired up with Shea and Jamie (i hope im spelling those right) and cant wait to come back already in the future. We wound up having a lot of activity using the Estes method where my wife and I ended up getting multiple names, Ben, Hugh, Nick (which we thought was referring to me until it corrected us saying No. Nick. Too. And later found all three of these as names of those buried in the cemetary you cant visit currently. We played bowling with them as they would ask us to roll the balls trying to hit some posts down the hall. Had dowsing rods react. Had motion sensitive cat balls light up when they were completely down the hall and get voices reacting telling us their favorite color it would light up as. I also go a photo of what looks like a shadow sitting in a wheelchair when zoomed in. Overall, it was an absolute blast and for sure plan to get some more equipment and reach out to do another one with Shea and Jamie again if they're available since we all clicked so well. The whole team was amazing and kind including the day time staff. Thank you for a very fun and very long day!

Preston Castle is beautiful. The tour is limited to specific areas.. I love history so, You don't quite get a chance to really immerse yourself enough .. So if you go please educate Yourself immensely as so to be delighted with Your knowledge ❤️ Bill & David = immense amount of knowledge, and exuberance. Made my experience very memorable !

Went for Halloween festivities, really fun. Food trucks were there, as well as large crowds. Book early for next year!

This is our second time to Preston Castle Haunted House. It was pretty good, with all the rooms and actors. I was startled a few times but had fun. My only complaints were the amount of stairs. Also lack of any place to sit down for a few minutes. Lastly, the walk outside the castle past the graveyard was extremely uneven and with lack of lighting I almost fell twice. This is not a haunt for older and especially disabled patrons and should be clearly noted upfront. I'm not disabled, but I am older and I struggled.

The gem of the Calaveras County Museum is the exhibit of the only standing China House from the Gold Rush era, which was used first as a County Courthouse at Double Springs, then a post office. The County ordered 3 China Houses from Canton, China, during the Gold Rush; each house was prefab and shipped in over 400 pieces to be assembled largely with interlocking pieces without nails; only the roofing required nails. This exhibit is on the second floor of the Museum. Unfortunately the elevator was broken and the China House wasn't handicapped accessible.

It's an amazing museum,! We took our grandson and he says he had a great time, as did we all. So much to see & learn , the receptionist was delightful !! It's truly a pleasure to visit. I encourage others to visit. Also they give a out free pass to the red Barn museum, so you can visit 2 in one day. It cost us 6$ to visit two museums. It was a great way to have fun and stay out of the rain .

Tucked away in San Andreas, CA is this gem of a museum. At the time, admission was $5 but there's nothing stopping you from just donating to them more. While I knew of some of the gold rush and ranching history of the area, this museum takes steps to tell the narratives from the people who lived here before the gold rush, during mining activities, and into the present of today. Some other interesting things to note are of bandits and law enforcement, the last hanging before San Quentin opened, and the history of Sherrifs. The cells and prison yard are particularly of note. Limited research is also available on subjects, and I am grateful and thankful for the resources at their disposal for my inquiry.

What a fantastic look at the history of Calaveras County! It's a wonderful way to spend a couple of hours checking out the courthouse, jail, and all the exhibits. Admission is just $3 (and they'll give you a free pass to the Red Barn Museum right up the street) and less for seniors and children. Make plans to visit soon!

Visited a few months ago and had an amazing time. The gal working the desk at the front was extremely helpful and kind! There was hardly anyone visiting while we were there so the building was pretty quiet. Learned so much interesting info and saw some stunning pieces. If you're in the area this is a must stop! Highly recommend.

Great Motherlode history. From MiWok artifacts & stories to blood splattered legal books & the prison which held the notorious Black Bart .... this gem of a museum has it all!

The Calaveras County Historical Society is housed in the Old Calaveras County Courthouse. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. The old courthouse building was erected in 1867 and was in use until 1966, when a new Government Center was erected on the east edge of town. Bricks were made locally, as was the lime for mortar. Typical of the period and region, the brick building had iron doors and shutters on all exterior openings, affording protection against fire, vandalism and burglary. The NRHP nomination does not mention an architectural style, but to my eye, the building appears to be influenced by the Richardsonian Romanesque style. The old building contained the jail, court room and sheriff's office. Executions were held in the jail yard, the last on August 31st, 1888. Charles Bolton, the well known Black Bart, stage coach highwayman, was held here during his trial. He was convicted and sent to San Quentin for six years; served 4 years, 2 months, then paroled.

We visited the railway museum right when it opened and were warmly greeted by the staff as they opened the doors. The ticket prices are quite affordable, and the museum itself is clean and well-maintained. The staff and volunteers were friendly and knowledgeable — they took time to explain the history and details of the trains on display. The museum features a wide variety of train exhibits, and there’s even a dedicated floor for kids to play with model trains and watch them move around, which was a fun highlight. Parking is available either at metered street spots or in a nearby garage, which costs around $20 per day. Overall, it was an enjoyable and educational experience for both adults and kids.

When seeing a museum of mechanical engineering i absolutely believe the people that restored and continue to maintain these locomotives and cars are beyond expertise. The staff is absolutely wonderful and knowledgeable. Perfectly located in old sacramento for a whole day of fun.

Had a fantastic time at the California State Railroad Museum! As two adults, we weren’t sure what to expect, but we ended up having so much fun. The scavenger hunt was a great touch, and the exhibits are very interactive with full-size trains you can explore. The museum is well-maintained, with a lot to see and learn. Staff members are friendly and clearly passionate about what they do. A must-visit if you’re into museums or looking for a unique, engaging experience in Sacramento.

Probably one of the top five railroad museums I’ve been to in the country. Very well done, plane to read, and space for the little ones to run around too. Don’t miss the model trains and the kid play area on the second floor!

Went here on a Friday around 4pm not to crowed. Lots of history, great info, but you really need at least 2 hours not 1 hour we were speed walking, but still saw and read at least 85%. No senior or disabilities discount. May just have to go back.

Top notch experience for 1-90 years old. Real historic train carriages and locomotives on display with knowledgeable staff that will engage in interesting conversation. And that $12 per person fee is a steal which is less than half the price of nearly every museum nowadays! Second floor section is dedicated to model trains which brings smile to children. Highly recommended

Be prepared to have your mind blown! This place was a must to see with or without kids. First the cost of it was inexpensive to other museums. Child 6-17 was $6, 17+ was $12 free under 5. Interactive museums are truly the best way to learn and this was a well thought out museum. We also enjoyed that they had many old timers who knew all about the history and trains walking around as volunteers who clearly loved and enjoyed talking to kids and adults alike. The history museum is next door and was such a let down in comparison so maybe skip that one or see it first, before you go into the train museum.

Free entrance.open only weekdays. There is a gift shop but it's kind of hidden. No restaurant. MANY bathrooms on every floor. About 1/2 the rooms aren't accessible but they have the others set up as they were for their their period theme. If you like this kind of stuff definitely worth visiting. Top floor has portrates of the previous governors of the state.

A must-visit when you’re in Sacramento! The California State Capitol Museum is beautifully preserved and full of history. The architecture is stunning, from the marble hallways to the grand dome, every corner tells a story. The exhibits are well curated, offering a fascinating look into California’s political and cultural past.

Its free and a lot of information if you choose a tour guide. It was lovely to hear the music as we walked in the Capitol; they are having musical selections which varies during the week. It was very nice visit. The capitol is beautiful and regal. Im glad they decided to keep it just as it was. The attendee (forgot her name: curly hair and beautiful spirit) at the gift shop was so welcoming and amazing 👏 🤩. We had a nice time

This is a really interesting space and could be worth a stop if you’re in town — it’s free to enter (brief security checkpoint accessible on 2 sides), and takes just a few minutes to cruise the palatial halls and get some breathtaking neoclassical architecture! The millwork is spectacular, with carved bears on the bannisters and rich filigree on nearly every surface. If you appreciate nothing else, the craftsmanship is next level. It’s almost perpetually under construction, so be aware that not all areas are always accessible and the space is actively being used for government functions — so be respectful around the more private sections while cruising around inside. The ground floor plays host to a few historical rooms preserved for your viewing pleasure, and a small exhibit or two depending on construction. The elevators are full of gorgeous art-deco metalwork and operate relatively quickly. You can also climb the elegant stairs on one side of the main rotunda. There’s a cute gift shop and restaurant in the basement as well. This is quite a structure. If you like epic structures you’ll probably enjoy a quick stop in as I mentioned before. Grounds outside are good for photo ops too.

Interesting free self guided walk through of historic portions of the Capitol building. Current exhibits focus on historical photography in and of California. Some impressive architecture and craftsmanship to be enjoyed.

One of the most beautiful capitals I've visited! There is a lot of construction going on currently but you can find paid street parking. They give tours. There's a robotic coffee shop nearby that's really neat too!

Being at the capitol felt meaningful as someone from Maine to visit the Capitol of another state. They have scheduled tours during the week, usually every hour from ten in the morning until four in the afternoon. You can sign up at the information desk right inside the rotunda. Downstairs there is a small museum with exhibits and a short film about the building's history. They also have a few restored offices that show how things looked in the past. It was good. I learned a lot. Outside is a large park area, about forty acres, with guided walks available on certain days. There are trees from all over the world, war memorials, and plaques that give a sense of the state's past. It felt quiet and informative, not flashy, but steady and respectful. More than anything, it made the idea of state government feel a little more real.

Phenomenal museum with works by world-class artists that are household names and also a treasure trove of pieces by regional and emerging creators. The price of admission is well worth its value and I spent a solid two hours here. I would have stayed longer save for my parking meter running out! I loved the modern art on view. The only downsides were that the layout is a little confusing with how the new and old buildings connect, and that the cafe closes a little early. Other than that, I definitely plan to visit Crocker Art Museum again!

During a heatwave that extended into the weekend, I was trying to think of a family activity/outing that would keep us cool. My 13 year old (who has a fondness for art & history) suggested that we visit the Crocker Art Museum. My wife and I hadn’t been in years (I believe the last time I visited was when I was in grade school), so we loved this idea and were excited! Unfortunately, this was a last minute decision, so we would only have 1.5 hours to enjoy before they closed. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a friendly employee at the desk who issued our tickets. We started at the French art exhibits, which if I’m being honest, I found to be boring and a bit depressing. However, this feeling quickly dissipated when we entered the modern art sections. One of my favorite pieces of artwork was “Empanadas Dulces/Sweet Turnovers;” something about seeing a multigenerational family coming together to accomplish one goal is beautiful to me. Overall, we enjoyed the Crocker Art Museum and are planning a return visit for the near future (this time around we’ll plan for a longer visit)!

We had a great time viewing all the wonderful art selections. The Museum had an event the day we went. It was pretty interesting. We went on Sunday. It's free or you can give a donation to enter.

The Crocker Art Museum is way bigger than we expected—there’s seriously so much to see. We didn’t even have enough time to finish the third floor! Every room is filled with beautiful artwork, from classic pieces to more modern installations. It’s the kind of place you could get lost in for hours. Definitely planning to come back soon to see the rest. Perfect spot for a date too—relaxing, inspiring, and easy to enjoy together.

Went Saturday, October 4th. Large museum, alot of different exhibit themes. 3 stories of old and modern art. Alot of native American memorabilia. Alot of polynesian ancient figurines. Alot of modern art, something pleasing for everyone. It takes a couple of hours to walkthrough all the exhibits. A great choice to spend a day, it's within walking distance to old town Sacramento.

I had a nice time with my best friend at the art museum and I enjoyed the museum also. And I took quite alot of pictures of the art. Beautiful art.. 😃🥰

Amazing collection from time periods and variety in types of art. Carefully curated art pieces nicely positioned and placed. Beautiful display setting, lighting, spacing all done perfectly. One of the top best art museums.

Fantastic!!!!!!!! I am going back and bringing my Grandkids and Daughter. Just sad that it is closing 😪 😢 😕 😞 the end of the month. I pray 🙏🏼 they fi d a new place or work out whatever is happening.

Very good museums with a lots of tractors and agricultural heavy equipment back in 1920s. They have a nice kid play area, scavenger games which offer stickers, exploring different areas. The most impressive thing for us to this museum is the volunteering staff who can offer free guided tour, our volunteer, named Lee was very knowledgeable and passionate about his job, who didn’t mind spending long time to talk with our kids on history of caterpillar companies and their innovation. This museum is worth a visit if you pass Woodland on I-5 north of Sacramento.

Very interesting place! The scavenger hunt is a nice touch. Qr code for donations, they're working on relocating.

I liked this museum. It was interesting to see some of the old agriculture methods. I was surprised at the sizes of some of these vehicles. It was a pretty basic layout, just a lot of tractors in a few rows. It was very quiet when we were there, which I liked, only a few people were there. This museum has a kids area, and scavenger hunt. So if you have kids, and are interested in checking this museum out, then I recommend it. Overall, I liked this museum, I definitely learned a few things. I recommend coming here. It wasn't my favorite museum experience ever, but it was in no way a bad experience. (Also, you are able to have a guided tour, with a docent. We didn't have the guided tour because it wasn't available at the time. If I come back here, and take the guided tour, I will update my review with that information.)

Great museum with a huge selection of farm equipment, so much to see and very friendly and informative docents.

The agriculture museum is finally open after nearly a year of closure due to the pandemic. The staff inside are very excited to show visitors the farming equipment. These are the machines that made California the agriculture Mecca it is today. It is fascinating to see the progression I’ll farming equipment. The items date back to the late 1800s. All the equipment has been restored and they are functional. If you’re lucky sometimes the volunteers start up some of the old equipment. I highly recommend visiting. It’s well worth it.

Went to visit my friend in Dixon and stumbled across this Museum in Woodland by accident it is a must-see there are items in this Museum that are only one in the world that two older gentlemen that gave us the tour were excellent I praise them for making the museum what it is if you are ever in the area by all means take the time to tour it trust me you will be very pleased.

Two star experience and Three stars on the wine. Nobody pours each wine and explains its info. Nothing about where it’s grown, it’s vintage, alcohol content … nada on the paper that gives us the minimal info on the thimble pours that all come out on a tray at one time. Would Not Recommend. (The chocolates in the photo were brought by us). So many beautiful places that are more experiential!

We were very pleased with the selections here. Our server was very helpful in finding the wine we liked. We ended up buying 1/2 a case! She also helped us find other area wineries we might like. All-in-all, a great experience with a great atmosphere, friendly staff, and great wine!

The tasting room is so pretty here, especially decorated for Christmas. I've tasted here before on a weekend and was blown away that there were four flights to choose from. This time there were two. The wine is reasonably priced and tastings are waived with a bottle purchase (2 bottles purchased to waive the reserve tasting). This time I headed in about an hour before closing and felt rushed by the staff despite there being several other people still tasting in the room. The patio area is beautiful and I may try again in summer.

We had a wonderful visit and wine tasting at Klinker Brick Winery in early April of 2022! Their winery is in the agricultural area of Lodi: grapes, walnuts and more. Our hosts were gracious and helpful. The three of us chose to taste the three flights they offered that day. Mostly reds with a couple of sparkling, and roses. We found their wines to be enjoyably dryer than our usual selections. It provided us a palate pleasing contrast. We spent the night at the vineyard via harvest hosts. It was a beautiful sunset in the arms of the grape vines.

Great value wine tasting. We did the $10 tasting and got to try 7 amazing wines they produce. The location is gorgeous and the attention, superb. Will be back and will.tell others visiting our AirBnB in Stockton about it too.

Klinker Brick never disappoints. The wine tastings are amazing. The customer service is wonderful. We recently became wine club members after several years of visiting while passing through Lodi in our van. They hold our deliveries for us so we can pick them up whenever we pass through. We bought a case of twelve bottles for our rehearsal dinner and people loved the wine. A few visits ago, we arrived within a half hour of closing and they accommodated us. Our friends were amazed by the quality of the wine and the beauty of the locale. 10/10 recommend.

Heather took us through a wonderful wine tasting experience. She and the other wonderful ladies even stayed late as to not make us feel rushed. The wines are exceptional and so are the staff! Definitely on our places to return list!

Beautiful place for everyone. Everyone was happy, nice and friendly. Great place to picnic, walk around the lakes edge, and all the people that I saw fishing were also most everyone had caught something from an average size perch to a 5+lb largemouth bass.

A Lodi gem. So happy to have this place for my daily walks from where I live all around the lake and nature trail. Where else can you see deer, fox, and other wild animals on your walk. Just a nice place to escape the town and be in nature.

Lodi Lake is a true local gem! Peaceful trails shaded by trees, a calm lake for kayaking or paddleboarding, and a small sandy beach perfect for families. The park is clean, safe, and full of wildlife like ducks and birds. Whether you want to fish, picnic, or just relax by the water, it’s a beautiful spot to enjoy nature right in Lodi.

Fantastic place to visit and the botanical walking gardens have information about many diverse plants and animals. The lake itself serves kayaking and canoe enthusiasts. Had not been here in 50 years but it is better now than then.

Absolutely stunning! My kids and I had so much fun walking around and exploring. Parking on site for a small fee, or free parking in allowed areas on the street. They have clean bathrooms, kayak and paddleboat rentals, and picnic tables. There is a playground for children and a nature walking path. They include everything for all to enjoy! Great place to spend the day with family and friends.

Lake is awesome as is the staff. So many updates to the area. Bbq pits are new and have lids, bathrooms are redone and nice as well. Boathouse to rent kayaks etc. Beach area to swim with the kids and family. I take my paddleboard.

First time there and am amazed. Loved the deers and squirrels running around. Would definitely take my family there.

Gnarly Head is terrible. My wife n I drink many wines AND THIS ONE GOT US BOTH “ sick” with stomach ache. Dumped down the drain uggghPlus

Always an enjoyable experience here. A knowledgeable staff and an excellent assortment of wine showcasing Lodi grapes prompted us to become wine club members. Looking forward to the upcoming months with guided tastings and Meet the Winemaker events!

Excellent! Excellent! Excellent! This was a beautiful discovery 😍 of fine wines. Home grown here in Lodi. Friendly atmosphere, with charming gathering places, in various corners of their courtyard. There was even a Vineyard that you could walk through to educate oneself on. Well layed out, be sure to add it to your bucket list of things to do whenever you're in this neck of California. Follow me and catch up on all my sites and places to just sto into. Check out "Beautiful Places in Hawaii"...enjoy! Ciao for now.

A wonderful introduction to Lodi wineries, highly recommend.

It was a short stop but hubby and I enjoyed this visit. Waited for them to open so we can buy some wine before meeting a friend. Great Memories, lovely place!

Thank you Brooke, we were so glad to have this fantastic experience tasting a little bit of Lodi during my work trip! This is such a brilliant concept to have in town. I appreciated it so much! Lodi does not disappoint with their wines and we will be back in the area for sure, cheers!

The staff there were friendly. After the wine tasting, we bought 2 bottles of wine, that were very well packed for us. When I just arrived home and opened the package, I found the expensive wine club exclusive Heavy Hitter Petite Sirah was not sealed. I talked to the manager the next day and he explained some wineries simply send in their wines to the visitor center with the bottles not sealed. This exposes a safety concern to us, because the content of the bottle could be easily changed. It was said there were some environmental concerns with the foil sealing. If so, there should be some sort of replacement like wax sealing. Wine sold with the bottles not even sealed in any way is not acceptable.

Gorgeous theater with 2 levels of seating, including an upstairs balcony area. The inside appears well maintained and the seating was mostly comfortable for the 2 hour venue. The sound system was good as well; no issues hearing the band. Parking in the nearby garage was only a few blocks, and $2 per hour. I would love to attend another show in the future.

We went for their Monthly Movie night. Such a great value and this historic building is the perfect setting for a nostalgic movie viewing.

RHPS was excellent and the theatre beautiful. Live action in front of film. Ticket even had a prop bag. I've seen this film many times but still learned many new participation lines that were a bit more spicy than the ones I did know. A q&a with Patricia Quinn before film started. I dressed as Magenta, my version, for the dinner party scene. My friend as Columbia.

Very well kept historic theater. Great air conditioning and it was clean. Good acoustics, very nice place for a musical menu. Parking was easy and we felt safe entering and leaving the event.

Drove down to see Rocky Horror at this uber cool theater with a great vibe. This makes me wish I was back in my concert promoter days, as this is a grand little hall and should be the site for amazing shows. FYI.. that's Patricia Quinn, the original Magenta!

The Bob Hope Theater is such a beautiful and historic place. The staff is friendly, the seats are comfortable, and the sound quality is great. It’s a perfect spot to enjoy a show always a great experience!

I first saw a show in this theater in 1993 I believe and have been to 2 this year. It is a nostalgic theater. I think the seats are original including the red velvet upholstery. It is a small theater so it's intimate as they would say with good sound. I've only noticed street parking, which can get a little hectic, but after 6 it is free.

Great place for a comic con! Went here for my brother’s jujitsu tournament, then a comic con. Found a rare find and got the very first Deadpool comic!!!😎 And got a picture with a stormtrooper:0 It just took forever waiting in line, and I wish they would allow food and drinks to be brought in.

Stockton Arena, Now known as Adventist Health Arena, this venue has been a major part of Stockton's sports scene since 2005, previously hosting the Stockton Thunder (ECHL), Stockton Heat (AHL), and currently the Stockton Kings (NBA G League). While the arena offers modern upgrades like LED banners, a new jumbotron, and an improved sound system, attendance has declined in recent years. The departure of the hockey teams and lack of city support has weakened the strong community connection the arena once had. However, its location near the University Plaza Hotel makes it a convenient option for out-of-town visitors.

We went to go see jo koy and it was awesome. Sitting on the side and having to turn your head to look at the stage sucked. The seats are to close and there's not to much space to walk through. Parking sucked too. Had to walk a few blocks.

Went here for a little Wayne concert and Overall it was a good experience. Parking was easy and not too expensive. It cost 20ish not crazy but I’ve seen worse. Seats in the area were clean and comfortable. It had drink holders and they were spacious. Staff was very friendly and kept area clean. Bathrooms were nice and maintained. Someone broke off the paper towel dispenser and a worker came in and fixed it relatively quick. Food are expensive like any arena, 8.30 for a bottle of water after tax which wouldn’t have been bad it they had a bottle refill area but they didn’t. The only other bad thing was they had a good amount of water fountains but they were all Turned Off. absolutely criminal for that, like I get they need to make money but having them all shut off was devious. Ended up spend 30+ dollars just for water. Overall fun but they need to provide free water to drink.

First time there and it was Amazing. Took My 3 year old Granddaughter to see Disney on Ice and we had An Amazing Experience. The show was Wonderfully done and there was plenty if seating.

Great place for a concert, whether it's for one artist or several. Wide enough space for walking throughout the arena. Clean. Parking is clean and not hard on a car's tires or suspension. Unfortunately, there is little to no security to ensure any valuables left inside a car is safe. So better to put items that can't be taken into the arena, in the trunk. It's a little off the beaten path, not in the safest neighborhood, and a little hard to get out of once the event is over, but it's manageable. Having multiple vendor booths for a artists merchandise, is easy and does not overlap with attendees standing in concession lines. A plus! Concession only accepts credit cards, no cash. The arena, itself is great for concerts, even the seats on the sides have a good viewing of the stage, and sitting in these seats won't even cause neck problems. Security is pretty decent, nice, friendly. A few of the guards on the night I went, were a little rude, and invasive. Like they didn't know to keep their mouth shut or their voice down to a whisper, instead it was like they were at a boxing match cheering a boxer on, it was really disruptive. And the people who worked the Concession Stand, they were really nice, friendly, patient and helpful.

Great place to see a concert! Easy to get to from freeway, ample free parking within close walking distance, loved the numerous smaller concessions and restrooms with smaller quicker lines rather than waiting in loooong lines at larger venues that only have a few giant concession stands. Friendly staff and reasonably priced drinks & food!

A very enjoyable 90 minutes. They have quite a variety of exhibits, including some interesting old steam engines for fighting fires. The entrance fee is very reasonable and the staff are extremely nice and knowledgeable.

I visited this museum recently and had a pretty good experience overall. The building was clean, well-organized, and easy to navigate. There was a nice mix of exhibits, some really interesting artifacts, and a few interactive displays that made the visit more engaging. The staff were polite and available to answer questions, which I appreciated.

A great museum with a lot of oil painting masterpieces and local history exhibitions！ Free admission every first Saturday of the month, quiet and well organized!

Very well done! It’s been some years since we last visited this museum & the improvements are quite impressive. The bright open interior accentuates the high ceilings, wood panel flooring, decorative moulding. The Fine Arts are beautifully showcased, telling an elegant story. The Historical Collection amazingly preserved. The Sci Fi Collection an amusing addition. Bonus: We went on “Free Saturday”, which happens once monthly.

Exceptional, quaint and intimate fine art museum! We were more than impressed with the collection at the Haggin. We strolled and took our time in each exhibit, taking in history and seriously magnificent works of art. The Haggin is a hidden gem not to be missed! I recommend the museum store for interesting gifts, too. Overall: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

No spoilers but there is a freaky trunk on the basement with a macabre story… Don't judge the museum by the outside, there is no parking lot, its surrounded by a park where many ppl go, but when I stepped in, it felt like a complete different World. A contrast of local history and old tractors with beautiful paintings and sculptures from late 1800. Downstairs the rooms you look in through a window are so incredibly well put together and your mind travels back in time for a bit. As well as amazing Native American art…Highly recommend a visit, park on the streets and walk through the park to the front door. Its great, Im telling you.

Beautiful little museum with exquisite artwork and displays. My favorite was the Leyendecker gallery. Under the Mexican Sky was a bit underwhelming. I was expecting to see actual Mexican artist/photographers with a lot of vibrant colors but it was dull. Other than that it was a wonderful experience. Everyone that works there were very nice and knowledgeable.