Regarded as “Home of the Queen Olive,” Corning is famous for its award-winning olive products. Corning is an agricultural community producing almonds, walnuts, and peaches in addition to olives. Cattle and sheep ranching also play a significant role in Corning. Every year, Corning hosts the Corning Olive Festival featuring a variety of events, food, and entertainment.

Located about two hours north of Sacramento in Tehama County, Corning is a quiet small town nestled between lush, mountainous national forests. Corning is also accessible to Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area, where visitors can partake in water sports on the Sacramento River, go camping and fishing, hike trails, have picnics, and view all kinds of wildlife. Small-town charm abounds in downtown Corning, with a host of gift shops, novelty stores, antiques, and fine dining options. Direct access to I-5 makes getting around from Corning simple.