I'm retired in Sacramento. I pretty much fish for trout only, but right here in town is the American River with Steelhead, Shad, Stripers. I prefer the Sierra streams which are only about 1 to 2 hours away. Even in Winter the valley tailwaters have plenty of trout fishing within an hour or so's drive. Then there's I-5 which will take you up to Redding and all the trout you could ask for in that area.
Besides, Sacramento has most of the amenities of a larger city --good restaurants, museums, opera, theater, etc.,-- and congestion. And since some of our kids and grandkids live back East, having a major airport is a bonus.
One additional note. At retirement age, access to good health-care facilities becomes more and more important. Sacramento has it all. And no, I'm not a member of the Chamber of Commerce.
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