Winters, California travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Winters is in Yolo County in the Sacramento Valley of California.

1 sights · 1 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay

Updated from Wikivoyage on 1 October 2026 · Something wrong or missing? Improve it on Wikivoyage

Best things about Winters

Trestle Train Bridge

Built in 1906 to replace the aging rail and wagon bridge preceding it, this historic train bridge crosses Putah Creek.

Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve

Hiking at Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve, a reserve run by UC Davis. 15 minutes west of Winters.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Feb–May, Oct–Nov. Summer highs reach about 94°F; winter lows dip to about 41°F. Very hot (Jul, Aug) — plan outdoor time for mornings. Wettest: Jan and Feb. (climate data from nearby Sacramento)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
SMF Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento — 24 mi away (major hub). Directions
CCR Buchanan Field, Concord — 37 mi away. Directions

Winters is on highway 128, off of Interstate 505.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Trestle Train Bridge
Lunch Buckhorn Steakhouse
Afternoon Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve
Dinner Putah Creek Cafe
Evening Preserve

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

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What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder