Family River Day
Kayaks, a covered bridge from 1863, and a picnic by the Stanislaus River. The Valley's best family Saturday.
The Plan
9:00 AM
Knights Ferry Recreation Area
Arrive early for the best spots. Rent kayaks or bring tubes. Walk the 1863 covered bridge — longest west of the Mississippi.
12:30 PM
Taqueria El Maguey
Swing through Modesto for tacos on the way home. Family-owned since 1988. The kids will be starving.
2:30 PM
Great Valley Museum
Burn off the food coma at the planetarium. Central Valley wildlife exhibits and hands-on science for kids.
More Weekend Ideas
Date Night in Downtown Modesto
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, and a stroll under the Modesto Arch. Downtown Modesto does date night better than you think.
Lodi Wine Country Saturday
Three stops through Zinfandel country. Old vines, big pours, zero stress.
Stockton Miracle Mile Crawl
Coffee, sushi, Thai food, and craft beer — all within walking distance on Pacific Ave. Stockton's Miracle Mile is back.