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LODI

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Located just 12 miles north of Stockton on Highway 99 or Interstate 5, Lodi is California’s hottest new wine country with over 80 wineries. In addition to its Wine Trail, Lodi showcases a variety of attractions from the scientific (World of Wonders Science Museum) to the historic (San Joaquin County Historical Museum and the Hill House Museum) to the artistic (Hutchins Street Square Performing Arts Center) to the recreational (Lodi Lake Park) to the wild (Lodi Parachute Center) to the just plain fun (a year-round schedule of festivals and events). Visitors can also head downtown where boutiques, antique shops, restaurants, and wineries abound. There’s more magic to Lodi than what is in your glass!

TUOLUMNE COUNTY

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Tuolumne County has plenty to offer, including: hiking, biking, fishing, river rafting, camping, gold panning, skiing, and sightseeing. The towns of Sonora, Columbia, Jamestown, Twain Harte, and Groveland have much to offer in the ways of arts, festivals, theatre, shopping, and entertainment.

MANTECA

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Just one hour from San Francisco, Sacramento, and Napa Valley, and 1.5 hours from Yosemite National Park, Manteca is the perfect location for your Northern California holiday. Enjoy a glass of wine at Delicato Vineyards, the fourth largest family-run winery in the world, or take a tour to see the beautiful downtown murals. No trip to Manteca would be complete without a stop at Bass Pro Shops; this 120,000 squarefoot store is a marvel and one of America’s most unique outdoor sporting goods stores. If adventure is more what you are looking for, stop by the Big League Dreams Sports Park or try your skills at the BMX Track. And for an extra dose of thrill, be sure to check out the Great Wolf Lodge for year-round indoor waterpark fun!

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK

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Yosemite National Park, which is 120 miles southeast of Stockton, is one of the natural wonders of the world and one of the oldest national parks in the United States. Its stunning mountain peaks and amazing waterfalls are a treasure for all to see. The park features 700 miles of hiking and bridle trails. Guided tours are available for both groups and individual travelers.

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A host of activities await you in Amador County. The rolling foothills are dotted with quaint communities offering shopping, antiquing, and cultural events, answering the call of those looking for a slower-paced experience.

GOLD COUNTRY

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Enjoy the Gold Rush communities of Jackson, Sutter Creek, Sonora, Columbia, Jamestown, Angels Camp, and more. Historic Old West towns offer unique shopping experiences and family fun. You’ll also find unique caverns and friendly casinos.

CALAVERAS COUNTY

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Home of the California Gold Rush and Celebrated Jumping Frog! Mark Twain made Northern California’s Calaveras County famous worldwide when he wrote of the “Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County” in 1865. The treasures of this enchanting Gold Country area in California continue to enrich the lives of all who visit Calaveras County.

HOW FAR TO STOCKTON?

Manteca.......................................................................14 miles Lodi.....................................................................................15 miles Jackson.........................................................................46 miles Sacramento.............................................................48 miles San Francisco.........................................................83 miles Yosemite......................................................................122 miles Monterey.....................................................................146 miles Lake Tahoe.................................................................147 miles Redding.........................................................................209 miles Bakersfield.................................................................234 miles Los Angeles...............................................................337 miles

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