A relaxing getaway for the family, or a rest stop between San Francisco and San Diego or on the way up to the National Parks |
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This hotel is perfectly placed in the Central Valley to provide a respite from the daily hustle and a rejuvenation with the serenity and spectacle of magnificent mountains, streams and forests just up the road. In town you can golf, fish, visit the local parks, historical museums and landmarks, or try your luck gaming at the local casinos. There is often something going on if you stroll down Main Street and some excellent restaurants to sample. Or if you are on your way to points beyond, you can relax at the hotel, swim, catch up on a little work at the business center or do a little laundry before you head on to your next destination. Whatever your plans, we are here to provide you a safe haven for a day or a week! Welcome! |
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Key Attractions | Surrounding Attractions | Restaurants | Companies | Sports | Upcoming Events |
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Porterville Area Key Attractions |
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River Island Country Club, 8.0 Miles offers an award winning, PGA rated 18 hole course. Also Porterville Municipal Course, Murray Park Click Here for more information |
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Eagle Mountain Casino, 7.3 Miles 24-hour facility offers bingo, card games, slots, and entertainment We have all your favorite classic reel games too! Jackpot Party, Blazing 7’s, and Red White & Blues are just a sampling of the over 1,400 slot machines available on our spacious gaming floor. At the tables, Blackjack, Pai Gow, Texas Hold’Em, a real poker room, and table minimums at just $5 EMC has what players want. Click Here for more information |
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Mc Dermont Field House, 10 Miles McDermont Field House is the premier sports and entertainment destination in the Central Valley. Originally a fruit packinghouse, it has been transformed into a state-of-the-art, 172,000 square ft venue where families can spend time together, be active and have fun. Click Here for more information |
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Auto Club Famoso Raceway, 35.0 Miles Click Here for more information |
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Surrounding Area Attractions and Landmarks |
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Antiqueing and visiting local boutiques and craft shops in Main Street and nearby Springville. Biking - both road and mountain trails are excellent Bird Watching in the mountains or around the lake. Home to many migratory breeds. Boat, jet skis and 'party boat' rentals at Success Lake Marina Camping, hiking & backpacking throughout the Giant Sequoia National Monument & Sequoia National Forest, and Kings Canyon National Park. Fishing - Stream, lake, bait or fly whichever you prefer is all available here. Lake Success is a reservoir that can be found on the Success Dam. The latitude and longitude coordinates for this reservoir are 36.0605, -118.9193 and the altitude is 679 feet (207 meters). The Tule River flows down from the mountains into the area as well. Golf - River Island Country Club offers an award winning, PGA rated 18 hole course. Also Porterville Municipal Course, Murray Park Gaming - Eagle Mountiain Casino - 24-hour facility offers bingo, card games, slots, and entertainment Hang Gliding at Sick Rock - 5,000 ft West facing cliff launch. Long glide out to LZ with road. Flying in the giant Sequoias. Usually only flown in glass off conditions. H4 recommended, local guide recommended. Good XC potential. Horseback Riding & Packing with Balch Park Packstation Rock Climbing at world renowned Needles & Dome Rock in Sequoia National Forest. Take Hwy 190 up from Porterville. It's about 63 miles to the 21S69 junction. Turn left on 21S69. Scenic Drives abound in and around Porterville and the foothills of the Sierra Nevadas Theatre – The Barn Theatre offers local and regional productions. Water Skiing - Success Lake Marina offers boat rentals and more
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Upcoming Events |
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21st Annual Sierra Winter Classic Steer and Heifer Show Click Here for more information The Orange Blossom Lamb Klassic Click Here for more information Spring Kids Fest 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM Veterans Park A 100' giant slide, bounce houses, paintball, carnival rides, rock wall, local entertainment, food and more. Geared for youth ages 12 & under. $3 in advance, $5 day of Spring Egg Hunt Veterans Park Ages 2-3 @ 10:30am, 4-6 @ 11:00am, 7-9 @ 11:30am. $2 in advance, $3 day of 6,500 candy and prize filled eggs. Some eggs contain tickets redeemable for prizes including a bicycle. Don't miss the Bunny! The 62nd Annual Springville Sierrra Rodeo The 62nd Annual Springville Sierrra Rodeo in the foothills of the Sierra-Nevada mountains Wonderful entertainment, fantastic food, and the thrills and spills of world class rodeo action are in store! The Iris Festival The Iris Festival is a combination of activities occurring in both downtown Porterville and Sutton's Iris Gardens (located a short distance from downtown). Free Shuttle Service is provided between the two locations. There is no charge for attending the Iris Festival at either location, so bring the family and enjoy this spring celebration and "Porterville in Bloom". Music on Main |
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World AG Expo 2010 The world's largest annual agricultural exposition With 2.6 million square feet of show grounds and 1,600 exhibitors, World Ag Expo is an industry leader in agriculture expositions. Attracting an annual average of 100,000 attendees, this three day expo transforms Tulare, California into the World’s hot spot for agriculture technology and innovation. Click Here for more information |
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Spring Fishing Derby Murry Park Pond Ages 2-15. Trophies for the top 3 in each age division. $3 in advance. $5 day of only if space permits Click Here for mor information |
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Best Western Porterville Inn
350 West Montgomery Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257
Reservations: 877-781-7411
Ph: 559-781-7411
Fax: 559-781-8910
