The state of
California (CA) is located on the west coast of the United States. It borders the Pacific Ocean and is home to over 38 million people. Officially nicknamed the "Golden State," the capital city is Sacramento, while its largest city is Los Angeles. California is well-appreciated for its diverse landscape, thriving economy, and rich culture, alongside numerous opportunities for tourism.
Casino venues are only allowed to operate in territory allotted to federally recognised Native American Tribes. The gambling regulations in the state also make provisions for card rooms/poker clubs to function with limited gaming options. California has about 85 full-service land-based casinos, 55 card rooms, and at least 19 cruise ships with gaming decks that berth on its shores. These account for over 70,000+ slot machines, numerous live-action tables for banked games, and hundreds of dedicated poker tables.
Sacramento County in northern California is the third most populous county in the state. It makes up for this by having the highest density of casino venues in California. It is home to about 17 venues where guests can have all the fun they want as they engage in the modern gaming action of slot machines and the best of traditional table games available. Popular places like the
Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Harrah's Northern California Casino, and the
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino are all situated less than an hour's drive from downtown Sacramento and promise guests an exhilarating and memorable time with round-the-clock gaming action.
San Diego County in southwestern California is the second most populous county in the state. It also has one of the highest densities of casinos and gaming establishments state-wide. It is home to about 15 casino venues that offer a wide variety of gaming options to residents and visitors. Places like the
Sycuan Casino & Resort, Barona Valley Ranch Resort, and
Viejas Casino & Resort, all less than an hour's drive from downtown San Diego, are top-rated for the exciting entertainment package of action-packed slot machines and thrilling table games available for guests to enjoy.
Riverside County in southern California is another territory notable for its gaming establishments. It has about 15 casinos, among which are the largest in the state. Guests have a wonderland of gaming adventure to embark on in places like the
Pechanga Resort Casino, Agua Caliente Palm Springs, and
Morongo Casino Resort & Spa, all within an hour from downtown Riverside City. There are literally thousands of slot machines and hundreds of live table games to keep enthusiasts in the vicinity thoroughly entertained.
In addition to casinos, California permits other forms of gambling, such as lottery games, horse race betting, and charitable bingo.
The legal gambling age in California is 21 for casino gaming.
