Explore Natural Beauty in UpState CA

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

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…

Marble Mountain Guest Ranch - Fishing

Marble Mountain Guest Ranch is the Klamath River's only full service fly fishing lodge. We provide upscale lodging, gourmet lodge dinners, fishing guides, boat and tackle, lunch with drinks and shuttles. We specialize in the tight-line swung fly targeting catch and released steelhead. Prime season is October and November.

Circle 7 Ranch

World Class Fly Fishing located on the middle Fall River.  Guest ranch with fully equipped houses, game room, boat rentals, guide service, and special event services. Pets welcome.

Fun Factory Powerboat Adventures

Choose from 6 great Northern California lakes: Sightseeing, Lake Tours, Wakeboarding, Tubing, Skiing and Fishing with up to 10 friends. By the Hour, Half day or Full day. Captain included. Reservations recommended!  

Phil's Propeller

Marine propeller repairs and sales. Shasta Lake headquarters for fishing tackle. Live bait available. Call us for the latest fishing information. Open Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm, Saturday - Sunday 6:30am - 3:30pm.

Coleman National Fish Hatchery

• Located on Battle Creek, historically salmon and steelhead have migrated in from the Sacramento River to spawn • Spawning operations allow you to view large numbers of fall Chinook salmon during spawning season • Return of the Salmon Festival Celebration is the third Saturday in October

Gardens of Oroville

The gardens include the Chinese Temple Garden, Lott Garden in Sank Park, Minasian Azalea Gardens and The Depot's California Display Garden. Oroville's cultural history and mild climate have enabled the city to have five spectacular gardens. Rich with culture and tranquility, the gardens include the Chinese Temple Garden, Lott Garden in Sank Park, Minasian Azalea Gardens and The Depot.

Oroville State Wildlife Area

Fish and wildlife are abundant on the 11,000-acre wildlife area. Bird watching, camping, fishing and hunting opportunities are available. Egrets, beaver, and river otter are among the many animals you might see.

Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway

Along this 500-mile journey from volcano to volcano you will find opportunities for adventure, exploration, communion with nature and an appreciation for the culture and history of the region. You will also find residents eager to share the beauty and mystery of this land that is dotted with evidence of an eruptive past.The southern end of the byway begins at California's Lake Almanor, just miles from the active geothermal features at Lassen Volcanic National Park.…

Anderson River Park

Acres of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding or a leisurely stroll. Softball and soccer fields, bocce ball, basketball and tennis courts. Picnic areas, river access, handicap fishing access, challenging disc golf course and home to the Summer Serenade concert series.