Napa & Solano
Things to do in Northern California
Vacaville, California
Vacaville, California is located in northern Solano County, midway between San Francisco and Sacramento. The City of Vacaville, incorporated in 1892 and currently comprising just under 27 square miles, has a beautiful setting bordered by rolling hillsides, fruit orchards and fertile farmland. With an elevation ranging from 90 to 300 feet, Vacaville enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average summer high of 94º and an average winter low of 36º. Annual rainfall averages 17.39 inches. The City’s rich history has transformed the community from a small agricultural town into a thriving and progressive city; now a diverse population of 96,905 residents call Vacaville home.
Travel Link: Vacaville Conference and Visitors Bureau
Napa, Sonoma, Suisun Wineries
Suisun Valley (10 mi)
Nestled between two coastal mountain ranges, and situated midway between San Francisco and Sacramento, lies Suisun Valley – a pristine landscape dotted with premium wineries, farm-fresh produce stands, and quaint eateries. Come, get away. Sample a taste of Suisun Valley.
Curlers fave Suisun Valley wineries: (got one? email: winecountrycurling@gmail.com)
Travel Links: [Suisun Valley Vintners & Growers Association] [Suisun Valley Guide]
Napa Valley (22 mi)
Napa Valley is home to almost 400 wineries. Its growers and vintners combine cutting-edge science with traditional techniques, and its reputation for producing world-class wines is firmly established in an ever-growing global market.
Curlers fave Napa wineries: V Sattui Winery, Castello di Amorosa
Travel Links: [Napa Valley Vintners] [Wineries of Napa Valley] [Napa Valley Winery Map] [Napa Valley Wineries]
Sonoma Valley (28 mi)
Sonoma Valley Wine Country is only one hour north of San Francisco and fifteen minutes west of Napa. Find world-class Sonoma wineries with sweeping vineyard views, acclaimed restaurants, elegant hotels and lodging, rejuvenating spas plus the old west charm of the historic Sonoma Plaza. Relax and get to know our original, casual & friendly area of the Sonoma Wine Country!
Curlers fave Sonoma wineries: (got one? email: winecountrycurling@gmail.com)
Travel Links: [Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau] [Sonoma Valley Vintners and Growers]
Shopping
Westfield – Solano Shopping Mall
Other
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom – Vallejo
Travis Air Force Base – Fairfield
San Francisco Official Travel Guide
San Jose – The Fun Never Stops
Golf Courses in Napa and Solano
3250 Rancho Solano Pkwy. Fairfield, CA 94534 Phone: 707-429-4653
Green Fees (18 holes): $42 – $69 with cart
Rancho Solano, known for having a beautiful country-club-like setting, has an alluring layout with hilly terrain and undulated greens that add character to the golf course. Scenic lakes, elevated tees and well placed bunkers provide interesting features that contribute to the excitement of playing this course. Rancho Solano’s course conditions, like Paradise Valley’s, are consistent and known for being best in class.
3950 Paradise Valley Dr. Fairfield, CA 94533 Phone: 707-426-1600
Green Fees (18 holes): $42 – $69 with cart
Paradise Valley, praised as being number one golf course in Solano County and Best Value in the North Bay area, has a spectacular layout that is enhanced by oak studded fairways and meandering creeks. It’s a favorite for golfers who enjoy a walking round of golf and is playable for golfers of all abilities. For the more experienced golfer who likes a challenge, the length of the golf course from the back tees will provide plenty of challenges; ball placement and club selection is key. While playing Paradise Valley, don’t be surprised if you see some unsuspecting spectators. A glimpse of deer, pheasants or other wildlife is not unusual at Paradise.
2555 Jameson Canyon Road, American Canyon, CA 94503 Phone: (800) 788-0136 or (707) 257-8950
Green Fees (9 holes): $40 – $50 with cart
An Amazing 27 holes of championship golf to challenge players of all skill levels, the Lakes, Meadows, and Vineyard Courses represent the premier golf destination in Northern California, the Greater San Francisco Bay Area and the Napa Valley. All three 9-hole courses meander through 150 acres of Chardonnay and Merlot vineyards and feature numerous lakes, creek crossings, and a wide variety of flora and fauna.
Eagle Vines Vineyards and Golf Club
580 South Kelly Road Napa, CA 94558 Phone: 707-257-4470
Green Fees (18 holes): $80 – $95 with cart
The golf course at Eagle Vines Golf Club is a challenging test of golf for all players, yet is playable for all skill levels with four sets of tee boxes to choose from. The golf course was designed by World Golf Hall of Fame member Johnny Miller. The course has taken advantage of the natural beauties of Napa Valley by featuring rolling hills, majestic oak trees, ambling creeks, and working vineyards. A round of golf at Eagle Vines will make a lasting memory and will not soon be forgotten!
1095 Hiddenbrooke Parkway, Vallejo, California 94591 (707) 558-0330
Hiddenbrooke Golf Club is a world-class championship golf course designed by golf legend, Arnold Palmer. Golf Digest awarded Hiddenbrooke with the prestigious four and a half out of five star rating. Hiddenbrooke Golf Club is proud to be the only course in the surrounding Contra Costa, Marin and Yolo counties to receive the four and a half star rating. Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill are the only two courses in California to receive the five star rating.
655 Columbus Parkway, Vallejo, California 94591 (707) 643-8476
Last year, Blue Rock Springs was acknowledged by the U.S. Commerce Association as the best of 2009 in public golf courses category. The course has also been recognized as the top facilities in Solano County from 2005 to 2009. Blue Rock Springs is equipped with two championship 18-hole layouts; a 28-stall lighted driving range, complete banquet facilities and a staff of PGA-certified instructors capable of teaching the game to anyone.
