Wednesday, 10 March 2010

Local Attractions

Mt Shasta

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Mount Shasta
This Mountain has been the source of spirituality for the locals and tourists for many years. It just seems to bring a peaceful feeling when you're near it. Many people believe Mount Shasta is a haven for extra terrestrial activity.

Lake Shasta

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Lake Shasta
With 370 miles of shoreline and 29,500 surface acres, the lake is ideal for a range of water recreation, including fishing for all kinds of bass and trout. Shasta lake has several resorts, open year-round, offering
an array of boat and watercraft rentals.

Shasta Dam

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Shasta Dam
At 602 feet, it is the fourth highest dam in California. A vista point high on a hill offers a spectacular view of the enormous structure and of Shasta Lake, the state's largest man-made lake. Lectured tours are offered to the public for exploration of the interior of this massive monument.

Sundial Bridge / Turtle Bay

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Sundial Bridge
Designed by world renown Spanish architect and engineer Santiago Calatrava, the sundial bridge is a “must see” attraction in Redding California. Beautifully illuminated at night and working as a real sundial during the day. This rates as one of the modern wonders of Redding.

Lassen Volcanic National Park

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Mount Lassen
This stunning park offers numerous hiking trails that lead to several geysers, hot springs and lakes.

Lake Shasta Caverns

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Shasta Caverns
The guided tour includes a boat ride across the lake that delivers you to one of the most amazing caverns in the western United States.

WhiskeyTown Lake

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Whiskeytown Lake
This beautiful alpine lake sits in the hills next to the city of Redding. An excellent lake for boating, ishing and swimming with several sandy beaches and numerous marked hiking trails.

Burney Falls

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Burney Falls
One of the world's most beautiful waterfalls. A foot path leads to the lush base of the 129 foot falls for a spectacular up-close view.

Castle Crags

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Castle Crags
Castle Crags State Park is located in the forest covered mountains north of the Sacramento Valley. It features soaring spires of ancient granite and two miles of the cool, quick running upper Sacramento River. The park elevations range from 2,000 feet along the river to more than 6,000 feet at the top of the Crags.