California Official Visitor's Guide 2009 - UK - (Page 39) Houseboating on Shasta Lake Burney Falls Explore a volcanic park, ride the vintage rails and rent a houseboat ith wild stretches of forest wilderness and spectacular volcanos, the Shasta Cascade region can seem impossibly vast. Fortunately, many of its most noteworthy destinations, including historic Victorian homes in red Bluff, and Turtle Bay Exploration Park in redding, the charming town at the base of Mount Shasta, are all near a major highway, Interstate 5. Feeling more adventurous? Head out on magical back roads to Lassen Peak, a still steaming volcano that last erupted between 1914 and 1917 and to Shasta Lake, a mecca for lovers of houseboating, water-skiing and wakeboarding. Head northeast from redding to find the incredible and fascinating caves of Lava Beds National Monument. Another winner: Plumas County’s troutfilled streams and gorgeous golf courses. Whichever route you take, scenic sights are as plentiful as the pine cones. BidWEll Park Chico Cycle, picnic or ride on horseback in a 3,618-acre park. This surprisingly wild setting, close to the large town of Chico, provided the backdrop for actor Errol Flynn as he romped in the 1938 classic film, The Adventures of Robin Hood. www.shastacascade.org Mcarthur-BurnEy Falls MEMorial statE Park Burney President Teddy roosevelt dubbed Burney Falls’ thundering waters the shasta cascade “eighth wonder of the world”. The latest wonder: 24 charming cabins built on site in 2007, allowing you to stay here in comfort. www.shastacascade.org housEBoating shasta lake Board a state-of-the-art houseboat: tripledeckers come with central heating and air-conditioning, a full kitchen, fireplace, satellite TV, plus Internet access. All that and a beautiful lake in a wild mountain setting. www.shastacascade.org lassEn volCaniC national Park Mineral Hike past the steaming mud pots, roaring fumaroles and hissing vents in the vicin- disCovEr W ity of this spectacular dormant volcano, including the six Chaos Crag domes which grew to full height in just five years. Exhibits at the new Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center unlock the mysteries of this volcanic park. Consider dining or staying at the lovely Drakesbad Guest ranch, with a geothermal-heated outdoor pool. www.shastacascade.org shasta sunsEt dinnEr train McCloud relax on a three-hour journey aboard vintage railway carriages in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Shasta, an inactive volcano. As the scenery rolls by, enjoy a four-course gourmet meal. www.shastacascade.org EvEnts april rEd BluFF rounduP red Bluff Saddle up and head for this classic three-day rodeo. Festivities include a chilli cook-off, pony rides for the kids, a massive parade, dances and more. Each day climaxes with a wild horse race. Apr 17–19. www.shastacascade.org LEFT: rOBErT HOLMES; rIGHT: ALEx FArNuM august Corning olivE FEstival Corning On Friday night, watch the festival parade down Corning’s main drag. On Saturday the party moves to Woodson City Park and kicks off with a pancake breakfast. You can also listen to music and let the kids play various games. Aug 22–23. www.shastacascade.org october Mount shasta intErnational FilM FEstival Mount shasta City Enjoy an entertaining mix of high-quality films in this jewel of a mountain town. Oct 9–11. www.shastacascade.org www.visitcalifornia.co.uk 39 http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.shastacascade.org http://www.visitcalifornia.co.uk
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