Redding, California - Your UpStateCA Adventure Hub!
With countless natural wonders, it can be difficult to pick where to start your UpStateCA journey. Fortunately, the city of Redding serves as a perfect home base for exploring all the region has to offer. Redding's diverse lodging options make it the perfect headquarters for any number of day trips throughout the regions, from exploring the stunning mountains of Lassen Volcanic National Park, exploring gold rush history at Shasta State Historic Park, or taking in Redding's unique mix of urban and natural beauty on the Sundial Bridge. No matter what you want to see, Redding has all the wonders of UpStateCA right outside your door!
Sundial Bridge
The Sundial Bridge is an architectural marvel! The glass decked pedestrian bridge reaches 217 feet into the sky and spans 710 feet across the Sacramento River.
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
This place has more than just a great name! The park is home to a lake, waterfalls, hiking trails, and more.
Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark
A trip to Shasta Caverns is ‘Three Adventures in One!’ Enjoy a tour of one of the most beautiful limestone caves in the USA!
Turtle Bay Exploration Park
Turtle Bay Exploration Park is home to a natural history museum, animal habitats, arboretum, and more!
Redding Attractions
Boulder Creek Falls
14412 Kennedy Memorial Drive
Whiskeytown, CA 96095
530-246-1225
At over 138 feet tall, Boulder Creek Falls was thought to be the tallest waterfall in Whiskeytown National Park until the re-discovery of Whiskeytown Falls in 2004. With three cascades down a canyon covered in moss and ferns, you'll feel like you're in a dream.Driving Time: 15 mins / 9.44 miles from ReddingDistance: 2.25 miles (one way)Difficulty: ModerateWhiskeytown, CA 96095
530-246-1225
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Brandy Creek Falls
14412 Kennedy Memorial Drive
Whiskeytown, CA 96095
530-246-1225
Brandy Creek Falls is one of the widest waterfalls in Whiskeytown National Park with five cascades that rush over the granite rock of the canyon. Here you will find the unique Indian Rhubarb displaying bright colors in spring and fall. This trail connects to Rich Gulch Trail. This waterfall is accessible by trail. A map of the trail to Brandy Creek Falls is available at the Whiskeytown Visitor Center. Driving Time: 15 mins/9.44 miles from…Whiskeytown, CA 96095
530-246-1225
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Buenaventura Trail
Redding,
CA
0
This is a great, short, intermediate ride that could be turned into a longer ride by connecting on to the River Trail. Dogs ok on leash. Trail goes downhill toward the River Trail.Distance: 1.23 Miles (From Sacramento River Trail)Difficulty: Intermediate| | Shasta County | |
Castle Crags State Park
PO Box 80
Castella, CA 96017
530-235-2684
Castle Crags State Park is located in the forest-covered mountains just north of the Sacramento Valley off I-5 near Dunsmuir, CA. The park features soaring spires of ancient granite and includes about two miles of the cool, quick-running upper Sacramento River. Surrounded by primitive back country, the park is six miles south of Dunsmuir and about twenty-five miles north of Lake Shasta on Interstate 5. Elevations range from 2,000 feet along the river to more…Castella, CA 96017
530-235-2684
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Chamise Peak Trail
Redding,
CA
96003
If you want a 360 degree view of all things Shasta (Shasta Dam, Shasta Lake, Mount Shasta and City of Shasta Lake), look no further. This highest spot atop the mountainous spine separating Keswick Reservoir from the City of Shasta Lake, affords expansive views of the upper Sacramento Valley, the Sacramento River canyon below Shasta Dam and the western mountains. The trail is 2.4 miles, open to both hiking and mountain biking, and dog friendly! Distance:…| | Shasta County | |
Chappie-Shasta Off-Highway Vehicle Area
I-5 to Shasta Dam
Redding, CA 0
530-244-2100
Chappie-Shasta is a treasure trove of OHV adventures, with over 200 miles of roads and trails running through this 55,000-acre site. It is managed cooperatively by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. Uses include shooting, off-highway vehicle use, picnicking, hang gliding, swimming, horseback riding, and mountain bike riding, gold panning and hunting. Parts of this area are used for competitive events, mountain bike races, off-road motorcycle races, archery competition and related…Redding, CA 0
530-244-2100
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Churn Creek Trails
Redding,
CA
0
The Churn Creek trails take walkers through a classic blue oak woodland, with manzanita and gray pine. Sections of the trail meander by Churn Creek where the terrain is riparian with willows, valley oak, western redbud, and cottonwoods.Distance: 4.5 Mile LoopDifficulty: Flat and Rolling| | Shasta County | |
Clear Creek Greenway Trail
Redding,
CA
0
“There’s gold in the hills of California!” Very soon after the discovery of gold in 1848 near Sutter’s Mill, Major Pierson B. Reading discovered gold on Clear Creek. The result was a creek turned upside down. Due to the wildly successful efforts to restore its salmon runs, Clear Creek now hosts increasing numbers of spawning fall Chinook salmon. The best place to see spawning is at the Clear Creek Gorge Overlook. If it is not…| | Shasta County | |
Clover Creek Preserve
Shasta View Drive
Redding, CA 96002
Clover Creek Preserve is tucked in behind a neighborhood in east Redding, and offers paved, flat trails great for walking or cycling. Enjoy the 2 mile loop with your dog, your favorite people, or just the beautiful view of Redding's rolling hills, oaks, and expansive sky. Distance: 2.0 milesDifficulty: EasyRedding, CA 96002
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Cloverdale Loop
Igo,
CA
0
The Cloverdale Loop runs along the Clear Creek Canyon which is hundreds of feet deep and has great whitewater kayaking. Near the Horsetown Clear Creek Preserve (near the lower Clear Creek Bridge) tubers and novice kayakers can have fun on the run to Clear Creek Gorge. Make sure to portage before (look for the signs) the Clear Creek Gorge, it is too dangerous for water sport usage. Distance: 1.7 Mile LoopDifficulty: Easy to Moderate| | Shasta County | |
