Tips, guides, and stories from Velocity Island Park. Whether you're planning your first visit or looking for ideas on birthday parties, summer camps, and team building near Sacramento, we've got you covered.
Looking for new sushi in Woodland? Costa Fuego is the only sushi spot on the water: signature rolls, nigiri, sashimi, coastal tacos, and a tequila bar on the lake at Velocity Island Park.
Skip the drive-thru. There's a lakeside restaurant and full bar right off I-5 where you can eat great food, grab a beer, and watch the wakeboarders. No park ticket, no activity required.
That lake with the cables and the giant inflatable obstacle course you've driven past for years? Here's what it actually is, and why it's open to the public (no, it's not a private club).
The Central Valley stretch of I-5 is a long, flat haul. Here's the one stop worth taking: a lakefront water park and lakeside restaurant minutes off the freeway in Woodland.
From beating the heat on the water to family outings, outdoor adventure, evenings out, and free low-cost ideas, here is a local guide to the best summer activities around Sacramento and Woodland.
Planning your first trip to Velocity Island Park? Here is everything you need to know before you arrive, from parking and check-in to which activities to hit first.
Never stood on a wakeboard? Cable parks make learning far easier than boat wakeboarding. Here is how to get started, what to expect, and how quickly you can progress.
We looked at the top birthday party venue options in the Sacramento area. Here is an honest breakdown of what each offers and what makes a lakefront water park stand out.
Forgetting the right gear can turn a great day into a frustrating one. Here is the complete packing list for a day at Velocity Island Park, from sunscreen to snacks.
Choosing a summer camp for your kid is a big decision. We break down what to look for, what types of camps exist in the Sacramento area, and why a lakefront water sports camp stands out.
Looking for team building ideas in Sacramento that people will actually enjoy? We cover the best options including outdoor adventures, group dining, and why a water park works better than a conference room.
