Top 5 Things to Do in Redding

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Redding, incorporated in 1887, is the county seat for Shasta County in California, in the United States. Located on the Sacramento River and south of Lake Shasta, the 2007 census showed a population of 90,045.

5 Things you must do in Redding

1. Turtle Bay Exploration Park: Contained within its 300 acres you can find an undeveloped arboretum, the Sundial Bridge (which only works on the summer solstice), botanical gardens, a museum dedicated to amphibians, frogs, and snakes, a butterfly garden and a children’s garden complete with fountains and play structures.

2. Lassen Volcanic National Park: Located in the Park is Lassen Peak, the world’s largest plug dome volcano and Cinder Cone Monument. It is one of the few places in the world where four different types of volcanoes exist (plug dome, strato, cinder cone, and shield). With over 150 miles of hiking trails from strenuous to gentle strolls, campgrounds and wilderness camping and active hydrothermal areas there is no limit to what you can do.

3. Cascade Theater: This art deco theater was built in 1935. Restored to its original glory and reopened as a non-profit multi use performing arts center in August of 2004, it remains a magnificent example of the art deco architecture of the period.

4. Redding Rancheria Win-River Casino: This casino is operational 24x7, and offers facilities such as 950 slot machines, bingo, table games, video slots, a card room, live entertainment and restaurant. 

5. Waterworks Park: Take time out to cool down at this aquatic park. It features thrilling water rides, tranquil waterways and a kiddy playground.