Hamilton (CA) Hotels

Hamilton City, CA, is located along the Sacramento River. Not far from town is the Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park, which offers campgrounds along with plenty of activities. Some of the many things you can do include canoeing, fishing, kayaking, boating, windsurfing and kite boarding. You can also stop along various spots along the river for some scenic picnicking, or hop on your bike or lace up your trekking shoes and explore the many scenic hiking trails. Close to Hamilton City, CA, is the city of Chico, which is home to the country’s largest yo-yo museum. Take your camera, because you’ll definitely want to show your friends a picture of the largest yo-yo in the country, weighing in at 256 pounds. Yo-yos from the 1920s and 1930s, along with today’s most popular styles used by top competitors, are on display. Stop by the Farm Sanctuary in nearby Orland and visit animals that have been rescued from cruelty. You can take part in helping out around the farm and caring for the animals when you visit. The area around Hamilton City, CA, is known for almond orchards, so make sure to pick up some of these tasty treats.

WHEN TO GO

Hamilton City, CA, along with the rest of the Sacramento Valley, has a Mediterranean climate, meaning it’s never too cold. Depending on when you go, all you need is a light jacket. Summer temperatures can get hot, with average highs of 34°C (93°F), so make sure you carry your water bottles, find an air conditioner and drink plenty of water. Winters are relatively mild and rainy, with the most rain in January. The autumn and winter months can also see a bit of fog, although clear days are the norm.

• January-April: Highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F)

• May-September: Highs of 34°C (93°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F)

• October-December: Highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 14°C (57°F)

GETTING THERE

There are a few different options for getting to Hamilton City, CA, and for getting around. By air, the Sacramento International Airport is the closest international airport and the Chico Municipal Airport is the closest regional domestic airport. From the Chico International Airport, you can take a shuttle, taxi or hire a car to get to Hamilton City, CA. If you drive, you can take Highway 32 and 45. The roads through Hamilton City, CA, are largely laid out in a grid format, making getting around quite easy.

• By air: Sacramento International Airport is the closest international airport; Chico Municipal Airport in Chico is the closest regional airport

• By car: Highway 32 and 45

• Shuttles, taxis and limousines available