Yolo County

Our vibrant cities of Davis, Winters, and Woodland, plus the outlying communities in our gorgeous countryside, all have something to offer all year round. Start with our outstanding places to stay, from picturesque B&Bs to full-service hotels. Then explore our natural beauty by touring verdant farmlands or walking quiet creek-side trails. Enjoy great entertainment, from intimate theaters to the world-class stage of the Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts. Sample an abundance of carefully crafted local wine and enjoy just about any cuisine under the sun at one of our many fine restaurants.Take time to shop for art, antiques, personal goods, and so much more. And of course meet the welcoming, warm-hearted people who live here, and who are happy to make your time here truly special. Yolo County has exciting cultural, sporting, musical, and other engaging activities throughout the year. Farmers markets famous for their selection, freshness, and vibrancy. A fabulous wine-growing region in Clarksburg. Whether you are a golf nut, a history buff, a nature lover, or just an everyday adventurer, Yolo County has something to share with you.
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The County

Yolo County is tucked-away between Lake Tahoe and San Francisco, but it is a world apart. Davis, Winters, and Woodland boast a vast variety of experiences, from bike paths lined with lush greenery, strolling through parks, shopping in historic districts, art walks, cultural events, adventure sports, and much more!

Davis has a wide array of attractions to keep you busy while exploring Yolo County. Davis offers over a hundred miles of bike paths & lanes, to the twice a week Davis Farmers Market (voted best Farmers Market by American Farmland Trust), to the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, to live theater and world-class performances at the UC Davis Mondavi Performing Arts Center, to 100 acres of plants and trees at the UC Davis Arboretum, you’re sure to find some wonderful experiences here–you can even go sky-diving if you dare!

Winters is a small yet accessible town, surrounded by fields and orchards, with a booming art scene as well as historic charm. Many delights await you: carriage rides, art galleries, antique stores, the fabulous Buckhorn Steakhouse, live musicial performances at the Palms Playhouse in the historic Winters Opera House, wine tasting at Berryessa Gap Winery and Turkovich Family Wines. The first Saturday of every month features The Winters Walk, a showcase of various art throughout the small charming town of Winters. Special events frequently dot the calendar.

Woodland is full of historical and agricultural treasures. Enjoy farm tours, great theater at the Woodland Opera House, and the Heidrick Ag History Center with more than 130,000 square feet of exhibit space. The City of Woodland also offers beautiful examples of Victorian and Craftsman style houses in the historic center of town, or get out of town on one of the many enjoyable themed train rides on the Sacramento River Train. Woodland hosts many fun filled festivals and events throughout the year, from the Woodland Scottish Games in April to the Stroll Through History in September. Woodland offers loads of fun!

Incorporated Yolo County is full of charm and surprises. To the northwest portion of the county you’ll discover the verdant Capay Valley and the serene little towns of Esparto, Capay, Brooks, and Rumsey. Orchards and vineyards fill the valley floor; keep going and you come to Cache Creek, a great place for fishing and, in summertime, white water rafting. To the southeast you’ll find beautiful Clarksburg, home to nine winery tasting rooms in the Old Sugar Mill, as well as well-known, prizing-winning Bogle Vineyards. In summer, the Mill plays hosts to outdoor concerts. Elsewhere you can take part in farm tours, relax in cozy bed-and-breakfast inns, and take part in fairs and festivals year-round. Come to Yolo County — you’ll love it here!

Under The Radar

  • The name “Yolo” is derived from the native Poewin Indian word “yo-loy” meaning “abounding in the rushes.”
  • The Vic Fazio Wildlife Area in Davis covers 25 square miles and is home to nearly 200 species of birds.
  • Davis is home to the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame.
  • An estimated 60,000 bicycles are in use in Davis.
  • The UC Davis Arboretum covers 100 acres and is home to 22,000 trees, bushes, and flowers.
  • Davis Farmers Market was voted America’s Favorite Farmers Market by American Farmland Trust.
  • The Heidrick Ag History Center in Woodland is the world’s largest and most unique collection of one-of-a-kind antique agricultural equipment with 130,000 square feet of exhibits.
  • Lake Berryessa, just outside of Winters, literally has a sunken city underneath it called Monticello.