Sacramento Area
As the host city to the 2008 NCAA Rowing Championships, Sacramento is proud to welcome student-athletes and coaches from each of the participating insitutions.

Sacramento’s history began in 1839 when Johann Augustus Sutter settled at the confluence of the American and Sacramento Rivers. When the Mexican government and Governor Alvarado granted 48,000 acres of land to Sutter, they did not realize that they had given away a literal goldmine. Gold was discovered in 1848 just thirty miles east of Sacramento, in Coloma. The rest is history! The city has been on the move ever since and is now one of the fastest growing regions in the United States.

Peacefully located in a leafy valley of scenic rivers and canopies of trees, today’s Sacramento is a cosmopolitan convergence of tall, gleaming buildings, hearty Victorians, splendid restaurants and shops, a vibrant arts scene, and a virtual cornucopia of state of the art meeting facilities. Sacramento has been called a snapshot of Wild West history in a modern, world-class city. With a plethora of first-class hotel rooms and attractions Sacramento offers an affordable and exciting vacation and meeting destination.

For more information on attractions and ammenities in the greater Sacramento area, please visit the Sacramento Conventions and Visitors Bureau home page at www.discovergold.org

Folsom Area
Located immediately adjacent to the Sacramento State Aquatic Center on Lake Natoma, Folsom is a dynamic city with a unique mixture of sophistication, historic legacy and visitor amenities. Folsom has an abundance of recreation for all ages from water sports such as kayaking, water skiing and sailing to an expansive network of bicycle and hiking trails that meander along the American River Parkway. The city offers diverse shopping, fine restaurants and quality lodging. All of the hotels are in walking distance of visitor services and are conveniently close to Highway 50.

For more information on the Folsom area, please go to www.visitfolsom.com.

Lake Natoma Inn
Nestled along the American River between Historic Folsom and Lake Natoma’s stunningly beautiful landscape, Lake Natoma Inn is a tranquil vacation destination. Whether you’re in town for business or pleasure, the casual and friendly atmosphere, state-of-the-art facility and 138 deluxe guest rooms will make your stay as relaxing as possible. Filled with miles of walking, biking and equestrian trails, Folsom is the ideal wilderness retreat. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy sailing, fishing and swimming at Folsom Lake, whitewater rafting on the American River or cycling along American River Parkway.

For more information or to book a room, please visit www.lakenatomainn.com