Something for everyone
Northern California is the home to two active volcanos Mt. Shasta and Mt. Lassen. Surrounded by lakes, with two of our major ones Shasta Lake and Wiskeytown lake. Beautiful coastline and of course the California Redwoods.
We hope to make this the top lens for learning about Northern California, so stop by often!
The view in Northern California
Sundial Bridge Redding California, Turtle Bay.
Dam at Shasta Lake
Castle Craigs State Park
Old Shasta Museum Store
Hollowed out Redwood tree, Redwood National Park, Northern California
Northern California Automotive Events
Great places to Visit in Northern California
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Burney Falls
Beautiful waterfalls East of Redding. Hike over and around the falls or walk down to the lake.
Great place for a family picknic!3 points
Lassen Volcanic Park
An active volcano with plenty to see. Plan on spending a full day here.2 points
Shasta Dam
Don't forget to take the Dam tour when you go to visit this incredible monument. When you look down at those pipes that feed the power turbines it's hard to be leave that you can drive a school bus in them.
Did you know that there is enough concrete in Shasta Dam to make a side walk that circles the entire Earth?1 point
Shasta Lake
Waterski, fish, swim, or just tool around in your boat, this is a great lake to visit.
Home of some great fishing tournaments, so you know there is some great fishing at this lake!1 point
California Redwoods
If you're on your way to the coast, you can't miss the Redwoods. Plan on stopping at at least one of the groves and take a little walk. You'll soon be dwarfed by the huge trees, ferns and even clover!
Keep your eyes open for the herds of Roosevelt Elk that wander around in the fields.1 point
Wiskeytown Lake
Wiskeytown lake has it all! Beaches, boating and water skiing, Sailing, Campgrounds. Theres even a waterfall you can hike to.
This is primarily a recreation lake, so they keep the water all the way up for most of the year. This is one of the prettiest lakes near Redding California.0 points
Castle Craigs
Great scenic hiking, where the more adventurous can climb the "Dome" with a spectacular view of Mnt. Shasta and the entire North State.
This is a "Must See" if you like to hike!0 points
Sun Dial Bridge
Walk across a glass Floored suspension bridge spanning over the Sacramento River. This huge monument is a working sundial. Equally beautiful when it is fully lite up at night.
Kids love looking through the rails to the water below. Don't forget to put your ear up to one of the suspension cables and tap it with a coin (maybe this is how they made the Star Wars sound effects)0 points
Historic Weaverville
Quaint Gift shops line the streets of this old mining and logging town. Visit an old Chinese temple, the Joss House.0 points
Old Shasta
A historic gold mining town that is well worth the visit on the way to Wiskeytown lake. Be sure to visit during the day so you can check out the Courthouse Museum for a look of how people really live during the California Gold Rush.
There are even a couple authentic old stores with original products (sorry you can't but them) that were available during this time gone by.0 points
Shasta Caverns
This tour includes a boat trip across Shasta Lake and a bus ride up the mountain before you enter into the beautifully lite caverns.
Don't forget to stop by the gift shop for some great fudge and some very unique gift items.0 points
RV Camping
Mountain Gate RV Park
If you camp by RV, there are many RV parks you can choose from in Northern California.In the Redding California area one of the premier parks is Mountain Gate RV Park located a few miles North of Redding.
This park is located in the midst of all of the area's great recreational activities.
This Redding RV Park features 4 pet areas and a fenced dog run, Wifi, heated pool, and club house. The friendly staff will make you feel right at home.
State Campgrounds
This is a list of some of my favorite State campgrounds in Northern California. If I've missed your favorite feel free to add it to the list.
State Campgrounds only on this list.
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Patricks Point
The park is 25 miles north of Eureka and 56 miles south of Crescent City.
Right on the coast, nice hiking trails on the cliffs around the coast and access to Agate Beach which is a great place to look for stones.2 points
Cave Campground
Located on Hat Creek on your way to Mnt. Lassen. Right on a fully stocked creek, your sure to catch your limit Rainbow Trout.0 points
Jedediah Smith
Nine miles east of Crescent City on Highway 199. Awesome campground located in the midst of the California Redwoods.0 points
Castle Crags
The park is located six miles south of Dunsmuir on I-5. There are 76 developed campsites and six environmental campsites.
Gateway to 28 mile of hiking including the 2.7 mile hike up to Castle Craigs0 points
Awesome Shasta Lake Wakebording
Lake Shasta Wakeboarding 2007
This is a video of me, Beau Bushnell wakeboarding in northern california at lake shasta. I do tricks from grabs up to backrolls, tantrums, and 360's. I will wakeboard behind any boat at anytime anywhere. I just cant get enough of wakeboarding. I ride a 138 murray the 10th edition. it is a sick wakeboard. I like wakeboarding behind a malibu wakesetter but any wakeboating boat will do for me.
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So, When are you planning a visit?
....Or anything else you'd like to talk about Northern California
majortoenail wrote...
I like going out on the Sacramento Delta for houseboating.. American River or further South near Lodi.
Posted April 03, 2009
QuantumTraveler wrote...
Thnaks for sharing all this good info about California vacation spots. I especially liked your link to Mountain Gate RV Park. Thanks.
Posted October 07, 2008
TopStyleTravel wrote...
Congrats on top 100! Love Northern California, been there many times. Coastal drives are spectacular also. You have given me more destinations to add to my list. Thanks
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Posted August 29, 2008
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Posted April 19, 2008
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