Stockton, CA

Stockton is situated in the Central Valley of California, approximately 83 miles east of San Francisco, 45 miles south of Sacramento, and around 340 miles north of Los Angeles.

The nearest major airport is Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK). However, it offers limited services. Other nearby major airports include Sacramento International Airport (SMF) and Oakland International Airport (OAK), both of which are roughly an hour and a half drive away.

Interstates I-5 and State Route 99 are the major highways that run through Stockton, providing north-south access through the city. Additionally, State Route 4 and State Route 88 serve the area.

Yes, Stockton is relatively close to several natural attractions. The Sierra Nevada mountain range and Yosemite National Park are about a 2 to 3-hour drive to the east. The Delta region, with its waterways for boating and fishing, borders the city to the west.

Stockton is roughly 75 to 100 miles inland from the Pacific Coast, with the closest coastal cities being San Francisco and Monterey Bay.

Yes, Stockton has a public transportation system known as the San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD), which offers bus services across the city and to nearby areas.

Yes, Stockton is home to several historical landmarks, such as the Bob Hope Theatre, the Historic Stockton Waterfront, the Haggin Museum, and the University of the Pacific, which is California’s oldest chartered university.

Yes, Stockton is part of the Lodi Wine Country, and there are numerous wineries within a short drive, especially in the nearby Lodi region, which is renowned for Zinfandel wines.

Stockton typically has hot, dry summers with high temperatures often exceeding 90°F (32°C), and mild, wet winters with lows rarely dropping below freezing. Spring and fall offer moderate temperatures and are generally pleasant seasons.

Yes, visitors can find tourist information at the Visit Stockton office, which offers resources like maps, brochures, and personalized assistance with planning itineraries and finding local attractions. It's a good first stop to learn more about what the area has to offer.