The Best Attractions in Northern CA

Praised for its breathtaking nature and rich arts and culture, Northern California is home to top-tier outdoor recreation attractions and captivating indoor cultural attractions. Regardless of background or age, UpState California has something engaging to offer you.

Outdoor Attractions & Things To Do

Immerse yourself in the enchanting natural beauty of Northern California while creating lasting memories. Many parks and trails located in the surrounding area are open and free to the public. Explore underground caverns and limestone caves, or if you’re in the mood for some tee time, UpState California is also home to year-round golf courses where you can take in the gorgeous alpine scenery.

Indoor Attractions & Things To Do

Discover the fascinating history and culture of Northern California at one of its many museums. Unwind from your travels and enjoy time at one of the wine country’s many wineries and breweries. Feeling like luck is on your side? Head over to one of the casinos and play a few games to see how much you can win.

Popular & Noteworthy UpState, CA Attractions

Here are some of the Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association’s favorite places to visit:

Win-River Resort and Casino

Win-River Resort & Casino is a Native American gaming resort & casino offering the best entertainment, hospitality, latest slots, hottest new table games, live-action poker, high-stakes Indian Bingo and some of the most flavorful cuisine in the North State.

Sundial Bridge

The Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay crosses the Sacramento River in the heart of Redding, California. The bridge serves as a downtown entrance for Redding’s extensive Sacramento River Trail system. Access to the Sundial Bridge and the surrounding river trails is free to the public.

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a 300-acre campus containing educational and entertaining activities that interpret the relationship between humans and nature. The Park tells the stories of the region and its people through a museum and art gallery, wildlife exhibits, forest camp, a year-round aviary, amphitheater, an arboretum, and gardens.

Discover More Attractions, Things To Do, & Places To Visit In Northern California

The fun doesn’t stop there. Explore our collection of can’t-miss attractions below to make the most of your time in UpState California.

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Win-River Resort & Casino

2100 Redding Rancheria Road
Redding, CA 96001
530-243-3377

Win-River Resort & Casino is a Native American gaming resort & casino offering the best entertainment, hospitality, latest slots, hottest new table games, and some of the most flavorful cuisine in the North State. Over 81,000 sq. feet of gaming space, 13 table games, 84 room hotel, gift shop, spa, fitness center, Seasons Restaurant, Creekside Bar, Overtime Lounge, Event Center and Eagle Room for banquets.

Shasta County

California Welcome Center

1699 Hwy. 273
Anderson, CA 96007
530-365-1180

The California Welcome Center is temporarily closed following the COVID-19 guidelines. Located at the south end of Shasta Outlets, the Welcome Center is operated by the Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association. Come in for free maps and brochures, browse great historic and informational exhibits, including our brand new geocaching display, view wild trout in our waterfall pond, take your photo with Joe Tourist, our friendly mascot, or Ed our life-size bronze grizzly bear. Shop in our…

Shasta County

Mount Shasta Resort - Golf

1000 Siskiyou Lake Blvd.
Mt. Shasta, AL 96067
530-926-3030

Mount Shasta Resort’s 6,035-yard par 70, 18-hole course opened in the summer of 1993. The spectacular demanding layout was designed by Jim Summers and Sandy Tatum at an elevation of 3,500 feet above sea level. The course features natural alpine terrain, undulated greens, and breathtaking views. The holes are uniquely different with three sets of tees and yardages.

Siskiyou County

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

844 Sundial Bridge Dr
Redding, CA 96001
530-243-8850

Spanning the Sacramento River in Redding, and connected by the Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay designed by Santiago Calatrava, Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a 300-acre campus containing educational and entertaining activities that interpret the relationship between humans and nature. The Park tells the stories of the region and its people through a museum and art gallery, wildlife exhibits, forest camp, a year-round aviary, amphitheater, and an arboretum & gardens. For seasonal programs, hours, and…

Shasta County

UpStateCA Wine & Beer App

Shasta Cascade Region, CA 96002

UpStateCA Wine & Beer brings you a booming wine and beer culture in UpState California (far Northern California), which covers nearly 20 percent of the entire state. The Shasta Cascade wine country and prospering brewery scene sits in a natural wonderland, already loved by outdoor adventurers who can’t wait to spend time in its mountains, rivers, and lakes. Come to Shasta Cascade for the outdoors, stay and unwind for the wine and beer. Download the…

Shasta County

Alpen Cellars

2000 East Fork Road
Trinity Center, CA 96091
530-266-9513

Situated in a picturesque mountain valley in the Trinity Lake region. Award winning winery & vineyard offering free tastings, tours, & retail sales. Enjoy the outdoor family/pet friendly location with lunches or picnics. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day, seven days a week, 10am-4pm. Off season is open daily by appointment.

Trinity County

Alpen Vineyard Hideaway

2000 East Fork Rd.
Trinity Center, CA 96091
530-266-9513

Located at Alpen Cellars. Glamping tents with breathtaking views of the vineyard and mountain valley. Private location with the ability to recharge with nature. Two furnished sites that include outdoor kitchen & kitchen supplies, firepit, full shower/bathroom. Area offers hiking for all levels, swimming, boating, & trail riding. Open May-October.

Trinity County

Sundial Bridge

844 Sundial Bridge
Redding, CA 96001
530-243-8850

Located on the Sacramento River is the Sundial Bridge. Redding commissioned world famous Spanish architect, Santiago Calatrava (architect for the Athens Olympic Stadium) to design a pedestrian bridge over the Sacramento River, linking the Turtle Bay Exploration Park’s museum, to its Arboretum and Gardens, and as a trailhead for Redding’s extensive Sacramento River National Recreation trail. One of the design criteria given Calatrava, was to design a bridge that would not impact the nearby spawning…

Shasta County

Gaumer's Jewelry & Museum

78 Belle Mill Road
Red Bluff, CA 96080
530-527-6166

Gaumer's has beautiful jewelry and gift items. Known for fine quality and workmanship, excellent service, and very reasonable prices. Fascinating mineral and mining museum on premises (Free Admission).

Tehama County

Likely Place Golf & RV Resort

1255 Likely Place
Likely, CA 96116
530-233-4466

Considered one of the top 10 Golf Course & RV Resorts in the country. Likely Place, a hidden treasure uniquely situated at the Gateway to the Warner Mountain Wilderness area. This beautiful course offers 18 holes, wide fairways and lush greens. Experience the best...Stay and Play at Likely Place! Dog Friendly.

Modoc County

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