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Map of the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. By California Water Science Center.
Coordinates: 38.067975°N 121.8427354°W. Northern California's Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta. The Sacramento River flows into the delta from the north and the San Joaquin River from the south through Stockton. Part of the Delta viewed from above Sherman Island, with the Sacramento River above and San Joaquin River below.
San Joaquin River rises in the Sierra Nevada, flows 275 miles in a W direction, and enters Suisun Bay through New York Slough . The winding river is navigable for deep- draft vessels to Stockton. The water is generally fresh at Antioch. The delta of the river is formed of many marshy islands intersected by sloughs and channels.
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Throughout the year, enjoy the treasures of the California Delta and find back-road adventures framed by beautiful 360-degree views. Visit the river towns, wineries, shops, and eateries!
California Delta Maps. Best selling Map of the Delta, and San Joaquin & Sacramento River for boating, driving, fishing, camping and exploring the Delta. A Delta fishing Map & Delta navigation map.
The picturesque Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta is the hub of California’s water supply, supplying fresh water to two-thirds of the state’s population and millions of acres of farmland. Saltwater from the San Francisco Bay mixes with fresh water from the Sacramento, San Joaquin, and other rivers to create the largest estuary on the West Coast ...
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Sep 15, 2014 · The Delta is formed by the Sacramento River flowing south to meet the north-flowing San Joaquin River just south of Sacramento, where the rivers mingle with smaller tributaries and tidal flows.
