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Bidwell-Sacramento River State Park. Fish for
salmon, steelhead, and shad. Float down the river on
an inner tube, kayak, or canoe. Stay on the lookout for
frolicking river otters. 530/342-5185; parks.ca.gov
Chico Air Museum. Located at the Chico Municipal
Airport, ﬁnd nearly 100 years of aviation history,
including uniforms, historic ﬂight logs, and aircraft like
a WWI biplane and Czech jet trainer. 530/345-6468;
chicoairmuseum.org

MOUNT SHASTA CITY
Lake Siskiyou Camp Resort. A recreational jewel with
views of Mount Shasta. Hike the 7-mile trail circling the
lake, sunbathe on the shore, or kayak along the mirrorlike surface. 888/926-2618; lakesiskiyouresort.com
Mt. Shasta Ski Park. All abilities can ski or snowboard
at Marmot Ridge, Douglas Butte, and Coyote Butte. Visit
in summer to enjoy scenic chairlift rides and mountain
biking. 530/926-8610; skipark.com

National Yo-Yo Museum. The largest display of yo-yos
and yo-yo memorabilia in the nation, including the
256-pound " Big-Yo, " which won the Guinness World
Record for " World's Biggest Working Wooden Yo-Yo. "
nationalyoyo.org

Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum. Located on the grounds
of a ﬁsh hatchery, this family-friendly museum explores
local history. Get your photo taken on the 1915 ﬁre
truck and learn about Native American basket weaving.
530/926-5508; mtshastamuseum.com

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OROVILLE

Battle Creek Wildlife Area. Lush marshes and riparian
woodlands provide nesting grounds for bald eagles and
ospreys. Hike and bird-watch to see California quail,
wood ducks, and more. 530/225-2300; wildlife.ca.gov

DUNSMUIR
Dunsmuir Botanical Gardens. Visit in spring to see
the park in full bloom with native white dogwood
trees. Any time of year, enjoy walking paths through
manicured gardens and wooded areas. 530/926-2494;
dunsmuirbotanicalgardens.org

FALL RIVER MILLS
Fort Crook Museum. View period structures, including
the Pittville Schoolhouse (constructed in 1884) and the
Fall River Jail. Attend a blacksmithing workshop (winter
only). Explore the three-story Main Museum, ﬁlled with
artifacts. 530/336-5110; fortcrook.com

FORT JONES
Fort Jones Museum. Find obsidian, fossils, and other
native rocks and artifacts. See the Shasta Rain Rock, a
pitted boulder once used by Native Americans to control
rainfall. 530/468-5568; fortjonesmuseum.com

GRIDLEY
Gray Lodge Wildlife Area. This 9,100-acre area is
located on the Paciﬁc Flyway, making it a haven for
migrant birds. Find a prime viewing spot to watch for
more than 300 species, plus mammals. 530/846-7500;
wildlife.ca.gov

LAKEHEAD
Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark.
20359 Shasta Caverns Rd. Two-hour tour includes a
boat ride across Shasta Lake, a scenic bus ride to the
caverns, and a one-hour guided tour of the caves. Open
all year. 800/795-2283; lakeshastacaverns.com See
ad, p. 81
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MCARTHUR
Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park. This beautiful,
remote park can only be reached via boat. Hike 20
miles of trails over lava ﬂows and rugged black basalt.
530/335-2777; parks.ca.gov

MINERAL
Lassen Volcanic National Park. Known for its
hydrothermal activity, this park is ﬁlled with steam
vents, fumaroles, and bubbling mud pots. Paddle on the
crystal-clear Manzanita Lake and stroll through ﬁelds
ﬁlled with summertime ﬂowers. 530/595-4480; nps.gov

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Lake Oroville. The second largest reservoir in California,
this lake has more than 167 miles of shoreline. Fish,
swim, boat, sail, camp, picnic, kayak, paddleboard,
snorkel, and more. 530/538-2219; parks.ca.gov

QUINCY
Plumas County Museum. Learn about life from a
Plumas pioneer's perspective at this living history
museum. Visit the exhibit yard to see logging equipment, a blacksmith shop, and a restored gold miner's
cabin. 530/283-6320; plumasmuseum.org
Plumas National Forest. Hike, bike, and horseback ride
through mixed conifer forests and rich mountain valleys.
About 75 miles of the Paciﬁc Crest Trail stretch through
this protected area. 530/283-2050; fs.usda.gov

RED BLUFF
William B. Ide Adobe State Historic Park. Located on
the west bank of the Sacramento River, this park pays
homage to the only president of the California Bear
Republic. 530/529-8599; parks.ca.gov

REDDING
Behrens-Eaton House Museum. Learn about the
history of Shasta County with exhibits dedicated to
Victorian living, war memorabilia, pioneer families,
and antique clothing. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, and
Saturday. Free admission. 530/241-3454;
eatonhousemuseum.org
Redding Cultural District. Located at a bend in the
Sacramento River with three mountain ranges providing
a picturesque backdrop, this vibrant neighborhood
is home to nearly 70 public art sites. 916/322-6584;
caculturaldistricts.org
Redding Visitors Bureau. 1448 Pine Street. Fresh
air, clean water and open spaces make Redding a safe
outdoor oasis. Enjoy national and state parks, waterfalls,
200+ miles of trails and the world's largest sundial
on your visit to Redding. #TravelSafe. 530/225-4100;
visitredding.com See ad, p. 81
Shasta State Historic Park. This Gold Rush-era ghost
town will ignite the imagination of anyone peering into
the ancient, rooﬂess ruins along the former Main Street.
A small museum is chock-full of historical artifacts,
and visitors can shop at the restored general store.
530/243-8194; parks.ca.gov
Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Steep canyons, bare
granite spires, alpine lakes, and dense conifer forests
are why hikers, campers, climbers, and nature lovers of
every stripe ﬂock to this location, the largest national
forest in the state. 530/226-2500; fs.usda.gov
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Turtle Bay Exploration Park. Fun, non-proﬁt 300-acre
gathering place featuring the Sundial Bridge, a museum,
forestry and wildlife center, arboretum, and botanical
gardens. 530/243-8850; turtlebay.org See ad, p. 81
Win-River Resort & Casino. 2100 Redding Rancheria
Rd. Native American Gaming Resort & Casino offering
entertainment, hospitality, latest slots, table games
and a relaxing spa in the North State. 800/280-UWIN;
winriver.com See ad, p. 81

TRINITY ALPS
Strawhouse Resorts & Café. 31301 State Hwy 299, Big
Flat. Located on the beautiful Trinity River & surrounded
by the Trinity Wilderness Area, Strawhouse Resorts is
a truly stunning place for your next getaway, special
event, relaxing vacation, or adventurous experience.
530/623-1990; strawhouseresorts.com See ad, p. 81

TULELAKE
Lava Beds National Monument. Stretching across
a rugged landscape dotted with volcanic features, the
biggest draws to this park are the historical sites of the
Modoc War (1872-73) and lava-tube cave exploring.
Camping is also an option. 530/667-8113; nps.gov
Tule Lake National Monument. Composed of the Tule
Lake Segregation Center and Camp Tulelake, both sites
of the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII,
this national monument preserves a somber chapter of
U.S. history. 530/260-0537; nps.gov
Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Eagles, raptors,
and bobcats call these nearly 40,000 acres home. See
exhibits at the visitor center or just go for a nature walk.
530/667-2231; fws.gov

WEAVERVILLE
Highland Art Center. Centered by an 1893 white
Victorian farmhouse, this campus features galleries,
gardens, artists' studios, and a library. Enjoy monthly art
shows. 530/623-5111; highlandartcenter.org
Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park. Known
as the Temple of the Forest Beneath the Clouds, this
is the oldest continuously used Chinese temple in
California. View the elaborately carved wooden altar,
weapons from the 1854 Tong War, and more. 530/6235284; parks.ca.gov

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DUNSMUIR
Railroad Park Resort. 100 Railroad Park Rd. Lodging
in unique railroad cabooses & cabins. Eat on a train
in our Dining Car Restaurant. RV & tent campground.
Gift Shop. View the majestic Castle Crags. Experience
authentic railroad history. 530/235-4440; rrpark.com
$$ See ad, p. 81

MCCLOUD
McCloud River Mercantile Co. Store & Hotel. 241 Main
St. 12 rooms. A Historic Building, est. 1897, located in the
heart of McCloud, with a unique hotel, event space, two
restaurants, a café, and beautiful boutiques. 530/9642602; mccloudmercantile.com $$ See ad, p. 81

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