Route 160--River Road
Rio Vista, CA

Rio Vista is one of the most scenic towns along Route 160. The river town is located on the west bank of the Sacramento River, below Cache Slough. No levees sit in front of Rio Vista, providing for an inspiring view of the river, with the Montezuma Hills as a backdrop. The Rio Vista Bridge, with its beautiful twin towers, only adds to the esthetic pleasure afforded the traveler at Rio Vista.

Many believe the area surrounding Rio Vista to contain the best fishing in the Delta. The town has many bait shops, and great access to the River. The big event of the year is the three-day Rio Vista Bass Festival, held annually in early October. Rio Vista is also known for its excellent windsurfing.

Rio Vista, founded in 1857, was originally located upstream near Cache Slough. That original town was eventually destroyed by floods, and then moved and rebuilt further south, in its current location. Rio Vista has shops, restaurants, and most anything else the traveler might need.