Root for the Outlaws
Chico is a sportsman's paradise, with numerous lakes, rivers and creeks within the city limits or just a short drive away. Bidwell Park, the 3rd largest urban park in the country, boasts 3500 acres of trails for biking, hiking, horseback riding and running. It features picnic areas, Big Chico Creek, with unique swimming holes, a nature center and more than a dozen different sports fields. Chico offers the Sports "Fanatic" College and Professional teams as well.....
The Chico Outlaws - Professional Baseball
Enjoy all the energy and excitement of professional baseball at its best with the home team, The Chico Outlaws. The Outlaws take on the west coasts finest as the compete against the rest of the Golden Baseball League. Home games are played at Nettleton Stadium on the CSUC Campus.
Silver Dollar Motor Speedway
For fast track action, visit the Silver Dollar Motor Speedway for all the excitement of racing just minutes away. Experience racing at its finest. Dirt track Sprint Cars battling it out for the checkered flag. For more info, click on the RED link above.
The Chico Racquet Club & Resort
The Chico Racquet Club & Resort is just as the name implies. Professional tennis facilities and all the amenities of a "first class" resort. 12 lighted courts nestled within the beautifully landscaped 6.1 acre grounds. A swimming pool, tiki hut covered jacuzzi and state of the art exercise room provide additional enjoyment after an energizing day on the courts. Then you can relax with a cold drink or delicious lunch at the Courtside Cafe. Click on the RED link above for more info.
The Chico Rooks - Professional Soccer
If you get your "kicks" from professional soccer, checkout the Chico Rooks. Established in 1993, the Rooks are members of National Premier Soccer League. Fun for the entire family. The Rooks play their home games at the CSUC Soccer field.
Chico Velo - Cycling Club
Chico is a "bike friendly" community, and the Chico Velo Cycling Club takes full advantage of the varying terrian to host several events throughout the year. Most notable, The Wildflower Century. 100 miles of beautiful county roads, creeks, fields and forests. Less demanding rides are also available for the beginner and for the kids. From the mountains to the flat lands, Chico is a bikers dream.
Chico State Athletics
Come out and "root" for the Wildcats. CSU Chico offers Basketball, Baseball, Softball, Track & Field, Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, Golf and many other sporting events. If you can't be an athlete, be an athletic supporter....
Golf in Chico
Tuscan Ridge Golf Club - Enjoy views of the majestic Butte Creek Canyon while playing one of the most challenging courses in the area. Tuscan Ridge Golf Course, the North Valley's newest 18 hole course lies just a short drive from the Oxford Suites on the Skyway. Tuscan Ridge features the largest "All Grass" parctice range of any local course. Call and book your Tee Time at (530) 624-7006 or book online at www.tuscanridgeclub.com
Bidwell Municipal Golf Club - Nestled in "Upper" Bidwell Park, adjacent to Big Chico Creek, this Par 72 course is challenging as well as beautiful. For more info go to www.americangolf.com
Canyon Oaks Country Club - The picturesque Butte Creek Canyon is the setting for this Par 72 championship course. Go to www.americangolf.com for details.
