Bidwell Park - At 3,670 acres, Chico's gem is the 3rd largest municipal park in the United States. Chico Museum - A history of Chico is a permanent exhibition. Many rotating historic exhibits are also featured. The world's largest yo-yo can also be found here. Butte Creek, Chico Creek, Deer Creek, and the Sacramento River floating down a creek or river in an innertube with good friends and a favorite beverage is a favorite local summertime pastime.
Fishing is good for salmon and trout at certain times of the year.
Honey Run Covered Bridge - Scenic and historic. Silver Dollar Fairground and Speedway - stock car and mini races, flea markets, concerts, carnivals, events etc. Brewery location tours are available. The mission of the Chico Area Recreation and Park District is to provide recreation opportunities to the greater Chico community in a coordinated and cost-effective manner.