Guide to Shasta Cascade 2009 - (Page 7) r e d d i n G / s h a s Ta l a K e c O u n T rY faMOus s undi a l B r i d Ge, P i c Tu r e s q u e l a Ke s & a r e cr e aT i On a l Pa rad i se Redding, the largest California city north of Sacramento, is both the center of commerce for Northern California and home to vacation essentials such as movie theaters, parks, golf courses, the Mt. Shasta Mall, Turtle Bay Exploration Park and the world-famous Sundial Bridge on the Sacramento River. A wide variety of hotels and restaurants make Redding the choice of vacationers or travelers wishing to experience the Northstate’s outdoor wonderland while still enjoying all the amenities of a city. Just west of town is the historic mining town of Old Shasta State Park. Whiskeytown Lake, a favorite for sailing and windsurfing, offers picnicking and camping opportunities as well as other activities including fishing, hiking, hunting, and horseback riding. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is now becoming known for the recently discovered Whiskeytown Falls, a 200 foot cascade of a clear mountain stream. Shasta Lake, the largest in California, offers a wide variety of vacation experiences. The lake is formed by one of the engineering marvels of the 20th century, Shasta Dam, the tallest center overflow dam in the world. If every family in America had a swimming pool, the water held back by the dam would be enough to fill every one of them! Dam tours are available daily and include a ride into the heart of the dam in a forty-story elevator. Shasta Lake also has the distinction of being known as the “Houseboat Capitol of the World,” offering, from a basic camper on pontoons, to the equivalent of a luxury condominium that floats. Besides houseboating, several lakeside resorts, RV parks, and B&B Inns provide a relaxing vacation alternative to get away from it all. North of Shasta Lake, the Sacramento River extends into one of the best trout streams in California. To the south, Anderson and Cottonwood, also located along the Sacramento River, provide a small town atmosphere reminiscent of a bygone era. Anderson is also the location of the region’s only Outlet Shopping Center, Shasta Outlets. Cottonwood is considered a step back into yesteryear with its good-neighborly, cowboy downtown, quaint eateries and several antique stores. For further information contact Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association at 800-474-2782 or www.shastacascade.com. For additional information see ads on page 30, 31 and 58. EVENTS april 15-19 Kool april nights, redding, 800-874-7562 May 14-16 June 17-21 July 4 Oct. 17 redding rodeo, redding, 800-874-7562 shasta district fair, anderson 530-378-6789 or 800-874-7562 freedom festival, redding 800-874-7562 return of the salmon festival anderson, 530-365-8622 Hidden Treasures Lake Shasta Caverns, Shasta Lake. cavern attraction, 2-hour guided tours. 530-238-2341 or 800-795-caVe Shasta State Historic Park, Old Shasta Brick ruins of the gold-rush city. courthouse features historical exhibits. 530-243-8194 Sundial Bridge, Redding World-famous pedestrian bridge. 800-874-7562 Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Redding Museum, arboretum and café. 530-243-8850 Sundial Bridge BurneY / easTern shasTa cOunTrY T r O u T- f i l l e d s T r e a M s , s P e c Ta c u l a r WaT e r fa l l s & s c e n i c V i s Ta s To the East, scenic vistas, cool mountain air, rich agricultural land & trout-filled streams combine pleasantly in the Eastern Shasta Country. Beautiful lakes, such as Lake Britton, Big Lake, Fall River Lake, & Eastman, Crystal and Baum Lakes all provide such activities as sailing, water skiing, and fishing. The Fall River valley, an ideal mountain valley, containing rich fertile soils, clean air, spring waters, and a crisp climate produces 25% of the wild rice in the world. In the town of Fall River Mills is the Fort Crook Museum, one of the best small museums in the region. Also located to the East is the town of Burney. From its early beginnings as a humble logging town, it has developed into a popular destination, and is only a few minutes away from McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park. The Pacific Crest Trail, McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, and numerous other unequaled attractions all help make Eastern Shasta Country a recreation paradise. Heading east on Highway 44 from the Sacramento Valley, you’ll find the northern entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park, with Manzanita Lake and Loomis Museum. A visit to this area will give a quick view of the geological wonders of the park. Just north of the park is Hat Creek, famous for its cool spring fed waters and abundant rainbow trout. Numerous volcanic features in the area are highlighted by Subway Caves, an underground easily explored phenomenon. Campgrounds and picnic areas are adjacent to the creek and provide a soothing atmosphere for anything ranging from just a short lunch stop to a weekend getaway. For further information contact Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association at 800-474-2782 or www.shastacascade.com. For additional information see ad on page 60. EVENTS July 2-5 Burney Basin days, 4th of July celebration. queen Pageant, town parade and fireworks show. 530-335-2111 fall river rice festival 530-336-7362 intermountain fair, Mcarthur 88th annual shasta county fair. 530-336-5695 aug. 1 sept. 3-7 Hidden Treasures Fort Crook Museum, Fall River Mills four-building complex tells story of indians & early settlers. 530-336-5110 McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, Burney. includes spectacular Burney falls, a campground, picnic sites, trails. 530-335-2777 Lassen Volcanic National Park, Mineral Volcanic and thermal-spring attractions, conifer forests and mountain meadows. 530-595-4444 Fall River – Mike Caranci shasta cascade Visitors Guide 2009 | 7 http://www.shastacascade.com http://www.shastacascade.com
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