Turtle Bay Exploration Park

Turtle Bay Exploration Park, a Redding not-for-profit organization, has developed a 300-acre exploration park on the Sacramento River. Turtle Bay tells the story of the region and its people through wildlife exhibits, gardens and trails, a spectacular pedestrian bridge, and a large museum.
 

 Shasta Caverns

Multi-colored fluted columns...magnificent stone draperies in symmetrical folds...stalactite and stalagmite formation studded with brilliant crystals...milky white flowstone deposits in miniature waterfalls and other unusual and graceful forms. It is this complete fairyland of nature's creations in the Caverns which has led geologists to compare its beauty favorable to that of any other limestone and marble cave in the nation.

Shasta Lake Chamber of Commerce

The Shasta Lake area is located at the very top of the great Central Valley, in beautiful Northern California, nestled between lush, green mountains. Visible from the City of Shasta Lake are both Lassen Peak and Mount Shasta: both areas offer seasonal snow skiing, snow boarding and hiking.

Castle Crags State Park, Castella, (530) 235-2684
Castle Crags State Park is adjacent to and within a portion of the Castle Crags Wilderness Area. Spires of ancient granite soar from 2,000 feet along the Sacramento River to 6,000 feet at the top of the Crags. Swim in over 2 miles of Sacramento River waterfront or hike along park trails or the 12 miles of the world-famous Pacific Crest Trail crossing the Wilderness Area. Camping is also available at this Park.

BLM Interlakes Special Recreation OHV Area

By foot, hoof, wheel or fin - a treasure trove of recreation adventure awaits you in this rugged territory sandwiched between Shasta, Whiskeytown and Keswick reservoirs.   In addition to the lake resources within the National Recreation Area, the region contains a diverse blend of trail opportunities that offer spectacular views of Shasta Dam, Shasta Lake, Whiskeytown Lake, Sacramento River, Mount Lassen, and Mount Shasta. Visitors to the rolling, brushy hills near Shasta Lake in northern California will find off-highway vehicle (OHV) riding challenges for all abilities. More than 250 miles of roads and trails are open to motorcyclists, all-terrain vehicle drivers, and four-wheelers.

MarketFest Summer Festival

MarketFest is Redding’s weekly Downtown Summer Festival held in Library Park every Thursday evening from 4:30 to 8:30 and runs June through September. Each week MarketFest weaves musical guests, a farmer’s and artisan market, children’s activities and incredible food and drinks into one fabulous affair.
 

Oasis Fun Center! The Funnest Place In Northern California!... is northern California's premier fun spot! Located in the city of Shasta Lake just off Interstate 5, five miles north of Redding. (530) 275-3042

Water Works Park - The Coolest Place in Redding

Schreder Planetarium

In the spring of 1979 the Schreder Planetarium was opened in Redding as a multi-media science education facility serving the students and citizens of northern California. Since its opening, literally thousands of people have enjoyed the wonders of our universe in the comfort of our unique facility. The planetarium provides student and community education in Astronomy and Space Science. Capturing the passion and curiosity of children, teenagers and adults, the planetarium is a beautiful, domed theater in which a realistic and scientifically accurate simulation of the night sky is created, using a highly specialized "star projector."