Things to do in Clovis
Chaffee Zoological Gardens
This 18-acre zoo has more than 650 animals representing 200 species. Includes a reptile house, elephant exhibit, sunda forest; also tropical rain forest exhibit containing plants and animals found primarily in South American regions. Call 559-498-2671 for more information.
894 W Belmont, Clovis, CA
Millerton Lake State Recreation Area
With over 40 miles of shore land for water sports, this SRA offers visitors swimming, fishing, and boating. The hills surrounding the lake provide good hiking opportunities. Wildlife in the park includes ground squirrels, cottontails, mule deer, badgers and bald and golden eagles. During winter, the park has special boat tours to view the bald eagles.
RC Baker Memorial Museum
Visitors will find fossils, Western ranch hand equipment and American Indian exhibits at the RC Baker Memorial Museum in Coalinga. There is also a fire engine and oil drilling equipment. Call 559-935-1914 for more information.
297 W. Elm Ave., Coalinga, CA 93210
Wild Water Adventures
Located on 52 acres just 3 miles east of Clovis on Shaw Avenue. The park is filled with over 20 rides and attractions surrounded by trees, lakes and grassy picnic areas. This water park with rides, slides, and picnicking has one of the West's largest wave pools, plus water slides for teens and a water play area for children. Call 800-564-9453 for more information.
Woodward Park
Approximately 300 acres. Authentic Japanese garden (weekends only; summer weekday evenings, fee); fishing ponds for children under 16; jogging course; picnic area; bird sanctuary. Call 559-621-2900 for more information.
7150 N Abby St, Clovis, CA