Regional Parks

Sacramento River/Delta - Sherman Island Public Access Facility

Welcome:

The Sherman Island Public Access Facility is surrounded on three sides by the Sacramento River and Mayberry Slough. A small levee road down the center of the island leads to the popular recreation area. The Sacramento River is wide and slow here and the Delta breezes blow fiercely across the tree-lined island. Sherman Island is a secluded place for boaters, windsurfers, kiters, anglers and watercraft enthusiasts to enjoy.

Fast Facts:

Sherman Island is part of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta

How to Get There:

From U.S. Highway 50, take the Interstate 5 south exit. At the intersection of I-5 and Highway 12, take the Highway 12 west. Then exit onto Highway 160, heading south. Turn right onto Sherman Island Road at the point where Highway 160 drops off at the levee. Continue South on Sherman Island Road until it enters the park.

View Sherman Island Public Access Map

Activities:

Sherman Island is a popular spot for take-out of large and small watercraft
It is a prime location for fishing for salmon, steelhead, striped bass and sturgeon
It is a popular and widely recognized windsurfing location
Recently kite-boarders have discovered Sherman Island as a fun and challenging place to practice

Hours and Fees:

The park is open year round from sunrise to sunset. Parking fees are collected year-long. Self-payment is required if no fee collector is present.

Park Fees:

$5.00 Vehicle
$2.50 Small Watercraft Launch Fee
$10.00 Vehicle + Trailer or Oversized Vehicle (over 22 feet)
$20.00 Bus
$12.50 nightly camping fee. Parks pass holders receive a $5.00 discount

Picnics Allowed:Yes

Additional Information:

Overnight camping is allowed with the following restrictions:

Maximum stay is 14 nights, after which a 30-day break is required.
Camping with self-contained vehicles only (RV's, trailers and vans)
Camping is not permitted in the boat launch parking lot