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Destinations
21 Reasons Why Siskiyou County is the Best Destination for Outdoor Adventurers in 2021
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo by Stephen Leonardi For nearly the entirety of 2020, many people were stuck inside…
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News
Burney Falls Sees Massive Influx of Visitors, Spiking Traffic and Litter Issues in the Area
Burney Falls is one of the most popular outdoor destinations in Northern California. The 129-foot waterfall, once dubbed the Eighth…
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Sacramento
Don’t Doom the Bloom: How to Responsibly See the Rare Wildflower Super Bloom at Folsom Lake
With Folsom Lake sitting at a paltry 36 percent of storage, a wildflower super bloom has taken over where there…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s Mariposa Grove Reopens Following Nearly 5-Month Closure Due to Storm Damage
Photo by KC Welch One of the premiere destinations to see the majestic trees of California has reopened to the public…
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Destinations
10 Essential Spring Activities in Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding It’s springtime in Northern California, with the water melting off the mountains and flowing…
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North Coast
The Highly-Anticipated Redwood Sky Walk is All Set to Open in Eureka
Photo: Sequoia Park Zoo The countdown has begun for the opening of the Redwood Sky Walk at the Sequoia Park…
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Destinations
A Complete Guide to Enjoying Whiskeytown National Recreation Area this Summer
Brought to you by Visit Redding You’d be hard pressed to find a more pristine area in Northern California than…
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Hikes
Siskiyou Adventures: Hiking on the Pacific Crest Trail from Castle Crags to the Oregon Border
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Stepping from civilization onto the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) in Northern California is a…
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Outdoors
Brand New 300-Mile Lost Sierra Trail Will Connect 15 Communities from Tahoe to Lassen
Mountain bikers enjoying the world class trail system in the Lost Sierra. Photo: Sierra Buttes Trail Stewardship The Sierra Nevada mountain…
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Destinations
An Adventurous Girls Weekend in Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding Choose your adventure in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo by Kyra Leach. Sometimes you…
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Destinations
The Wildflower Bloom Has Arrived in Oroville’s Table Mountain
There are a few magnificent destinations to see wildflower blooms in Northern California. The North Table Mountain Ecological Reserve in…
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Destinations
Hiker Discovers Tree Growing Over the Trail in Redwood National Park
The Redwood National and State Parks are full of many wonders. The park system holds the three tallest trees in…
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Destinations
The 10 Natural Wonders of Northern California
Photo by Casey Horner The outdoor surroundings of Northern California make it one of the most beautiful places on the planet.…
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Outdoors
A Complete Guide to the 225+ Miles of Trails in Redding, California
Photo by John Husome It’s been said that Redding, California sits as the gateway to the Northern California wilderness. That…
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Shasta Cascade
6 Legendary Road Trips for Outdoor Adventurers Near Redding, California
Road tripping is a time-honored tradition for outdoor adventurers. There’s nothing like feeling the excitement of your upcoming trip while…
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Lassen
VIDEO: Hikers Snowshoe Across Frozen Lake Helen in Lassen Volcanic National Park
In the wintertime in Lassen Volcanic National Park, visitors are met with a closed highway, meaning to visit most destinations…
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News
The Firefall Natural Phenomenon Arrives Early in Yosemite National Park
Photo by Katie Rodriguez When February arrives in Yosemite National Park, photographers flock to Horsetail Falls to see the natural phenomenon…
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Waterfalls
Will the Yosemite Firefall Happen in 2021?
Photo by Steve Corey During a two-week span in February, photographers and nature lovers alike flock to Yosemite’s Horsetail Falls…
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Destinations
Exploring the Point Reyes Shipwreck of Tomales Bay
Photo by Stephen Leonardi It’s rare to see an accident with such size and historical significance sit in its original location.…
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Destinations
A Guide to the 7 Natural Wonders of Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo by Lubo Minar The beautiful surroundings of Redding, California make it the gateway to…
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North Coast
The Magical Candelabra Trees of Northern California’s Lost Coast
Photo by Stephen Leonardi One of the most beautiful places on the planet sits in Northern California and you’ve probably never…
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21 Jaw-Dropping Outdoor Destinations to Visit in Northern California in 2021
We did it! We survived 2020! With a crazy year in the rearview mirror, it’s about time we look forward…
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Hikes
6 Magical Winter Hikes Near Redding, California
Showshoeing around Manzanita Lake. Photo: NPS It’s officially winter in Northern California, which means we’ll be trading in our shorts…
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Hikes
Hiking to 2 Waterfalls in a Day in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
Sitting just outside Redding, California is Whiskeytown National Recreation, a breathtaking park full of hiking trails, beaches, a gorgeous lake…
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Lassen
Adventurers Discover Rare Views of a Snowy Cinder Cone in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Photo: Dan Arbuckle When the snow falls on Lassen Volcanic National Park, many of the beautiful destinations deep in the…
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Destinations
Winter Bucket List for Outdoor Adventurers in Redding, California
Lassen’s Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center It’s officially winter in Northern California, which means we’ll be trading our shorts and sun-tan lotion…
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Stories
The Oldest Lake in North America Sits Right Here in Northern California
We have plenty of beautiful and unique lakes throughout Northern California. From man-made lakes like Shasta and Oroville, to natural…
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Destinations
5 Underground Adventures in Northern California’s Shasta Cascade
Brought to you by Visit Redding The Shasta Cascade region of Northern California is full of beautiful outdoor gems. From active…
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Destinations
5 Fall Color Road Trips Near Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo by Jay Hall It’s autumn in Northern California, with the foliage that grew all…
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Hiking to the Top of NorCal’s Most Notorious Volcano – Lassen Peak
Video brought to you by Visit Redding It’s hard to beat the experience you get when you’re standing at the…
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Hikes
8 Gorgeous Day Hikes Around Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding Lassen Peak The sun is shining and it’s the perfect time of year to go…
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Lassen
This Fascinating Northern California Lake Sits at 125 Degrees Year-Round
Boiling Springs Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park. Photo: National Park Service The outdoor destinations in Lassen Volcanic National Park…
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Destinations
7 Hidden Outdoor Gems in Siskiyou County
We all know about the top attractions in Siskiyou County. Places like McCloud Falls, Lake Siskiyou, Lava Beds National Monument…
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Outdoors
Castle Crags State Park Once Again Closes Amidst Surge in Visitation
Photo by Brandon DesJarlais Castle Crags State Park is a popular area for outdoor adventurers just north of Redding along Interstate…
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Waterfalls
19 Spectacular Waterfalls to Visit Just Outside Redding, California
Photo by Matthias Rossini It’s summertime in California, which means it’s waterfall chasing season for any outdoor adventurer. Finding great…
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Outdoors
Best Stargazing in NorCal? Find Spectacular Nighttime Views in the Lava Beds National Monument
Milky Way as seen from the Lava Beds National Monument. Photo by the National Park Service. Sitting in the the…
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Outdoors
Officials Close 25 California State Parks Due to Wildfires
What used to be Park Headquarters at Big Basin Redwoods State Park. Photo by California State Parks. Wildfires are burning…
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History
8 Must-See Historic Gems Near Redding, California
While Redding, California is known to be the home of the some of the most beautiful wilderness in the western…
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Destinations
This Boat-In Park Outside Redding, California is Northern California’s Best Kept Secret
Brought to you by Visit Redding The state and national parks throughout Northern California are some of our most visited…
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Destinations
5 RV Parks Off the Beaten Path in California’s Far North
Looking for an off-the-beaten-path RV trip in California? Look no further than California’s Far North, which is home to fantastic…
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Destinations
6 Outdoor Destinations Near Redding that are Perfect for Social Distancing
As people continue to look for safe ways to get out of the house and enjoy the great outdoors, it’s…
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Butte
The Epic 9-Mile Hike to the MASSIVE Feather Falls
Sitting in Butte County is a remote 410-foot waterfall that brings hikers incredible views year-round. The 7-to-9-mile hike on the…
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Destinations
8 Water Adventures Near Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding Kayaking on Whiskeytown Lake It’s summertime in Northern California, meaning we’re trading in jeans…
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Stories
The Zodiac Signs as Northern California Destinations
Just like human beings around the world, the destinations of Northern California have distinct characteristics that can bring out thoughts…
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Butte
Chico’s Sycamore Pool Opens for the Summer
Instagram/@flyinghorsedesigncom Another summer staple is reopening in Northern California as Chico’s Sycamore Pool is now officially open to the public…
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Shasta Cascade
Whiskeytown NRA Announces Phased Campground Reopenings
A long list of campground reopenings have been announced this week, including more than 1,6000 camping areas in California State…
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Tahoe
What Campgrounds are Open in the Lake Tahoe Area?
Fallen Leaf Lake. Photo by Denys Nevozhai Although the exciting announcement that more than 1,600 campsites would reopen throughout California State…
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Outdoors
More Than 1,600 Campgrounds Set to Open in California State Parks
Half Moon Bay State Beach. Photo by Zahid Lilani. California State Parks is preparing for another massive wave of reopenings…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Outdoor Enthusiasts Flock to Online Lottery System as Yosemite Announces More Reopenings
Photo by Pablo Fierro Outdoor enthusiasts hoping to spend some summer days in Yosemite became the guinea pigs for the…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite National Park Reopens to Limited Visitors
It’s been over two months since Yosemite National Park closed its gates to the public due to concerns over the…
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Outdoors
State Officials Quietly Reopen 145 Parking Lots to California State Parks
State officials quietly reopened the parking lots to 145 California State Parks this week following a more than 2-month closure…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite National Park Announces Plan to Reopen this Week
Photo by Ron Atory It’s been over two months since Yosemite National Park closed its gates to the public due to…
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Destinations
Walk High Among the NorCal Redwoods on the Brand-New Trees of Mystery Canopy Trail
Photo: Trees of Mystery The Trees of Mystery in Klamath, California has been wowing visitors for decades with its novel…
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A Comprehensive List of Outdoor Destinations Open in Northern California
As Covid reopenings sweep through California and the sun shines bright through the North State, residents are looking for outdoor…
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Outdoors
Forest Service Opens 12-More Campsites in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest
Gumboot Lake Last week, Forest Service officials announced they would be reopening 37 campsites in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, just…
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News
Lassen Volcanic National Park Unveils Plan to Begin Reopening Next Week
Photo by Deanna Lewis The National Park Service released its plan to begin reopening Lassen Volcanic National Park, beginning with a…
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Outdoors
Tahoe National Forest Begins to Reopen Select Campsites, Trailheads and OHV Areas this Week
The Forest Service announced a bevy of reopenings in the Tahoe National Forest this week, including all motorized roads and…
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Outdoors
Lassen has Completed Snow Removal on its Highway. So When Will the Park Reopen?
Snow removal in Lassen via 2017 In an annual celebration of the passage between winter and summer season in Lassen…
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Outdoors
Complete List of California State Parks Open in Northern California
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area is now open to the public Over the weekend, California State Parks quietly began opening…
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Butte
Sleep Under the Stars on the Floating Campsites of Lake Oroville
Photo: TomOwen Camping in Norther California is a pretty straight-forward endeavor. You drive to your campsite, pop your tent, unload…
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Tahoe
Tahoe Police are Handing Out $1,000 Fines for Non-Essential Visitors
Photo by Emily Karakis Both Truckee and South Lake Tahoe officials have pleaded with the public to stay away from the…
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Destinations
VIDEO: Experience the Breathtaking Beauty of Redwood National Park
The Redwood National Park along the Northern California coast probably doesn’t get the attention it deserves. From the tree-shaded trails,…
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Wildlife
Stuck Inside? The Monterey Bay Aquarium is Live Streaming its Exhibits For All To See!
Photo: Monterey Bay Aquarium As many Northern California residents sit in their homes in self quarantine due to the Coronavirus,…
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Sports
How to Go Ice Fishing on Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake
Now here’s something you don’t see everyday in Northern California. In the wintertime in Mount Shasta, visitors to Castle Lake…
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News
National Parks Wave Entrance Fee for Visitors During Coronavirus Outbreak
Yosemite National Park will be a popular destination for people practicing social distancing The National Park Service has announced that…
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Outdoors
California State Parks Closes Indoor Areas, With Outdoor Areas Remaining Open
It’s been a whirlwind of news in Northern California since the cases of Coronavirus (Covid-19) have grown in the state.…
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Outdoors
The Redwood Route Rail Bikes Might be the Most Unique Adventure in Northern California
Photo by Benjamin Bateman There’s no place on the planet like the giant redwoods of Northern California. Towering high above…
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North Coast
The 10 Most Amazing Giant Redwood Trees of Northern California
A newly-formed group of former rangers, naturalists and other outdoor enthusiasts has ranked the “ten most amazing” trees of Northern…
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Waterfalls
The Journey to Potem Falls – NorCal’s Most Blissful Waterfall
Sitting just east of Redding on a remote stretch of water near the Pit River is a 70-foot waterfall that…
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Sports
Find an Adrenaline-Pumping Adventure in Redding, California
As the Gateway to the Northern California Wilderness, it comes as no surprise that extreme athletes flock to Redding looking…
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North Coast
A Brand-New $2.3 Million ‘Redwood Canopy Walk’ Coming to Humboldt Zoo
A canopy walk animation from the Sequoia Park Zoo The Eureka City Council is looking to approve a contractor and…
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Destinations
The Perfect Road Trip for Outdoor Adventurers in Siskiyou County
We work hard all week and it’s important to spend our days off enjoying life. If you choose to enjoy…
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Outdoors
Ice Fishing at Mount Shasta’s Castle Lake
You typically won’t hear the words “ice fishing” and “Northern California” muttered in the same breath, but there’s a destination…
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Destinations
Go Off-The-Grid in this Remote Treehouse in the Northern California Wilderness
Photo: AirBnB Some people prefer the luxuries of glamping compared to roughing it in the wilderness. If that’s the case,…
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Shasta Cascade
The Trail to Whiskeytown Falls Reopens Following 19-Month Closure Due to the Carr Fire
Photo by David Wood The Carr Fire ripped through Whiskeytown National Recreation Area in July 2018, burning through 90 percent…
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Destinations
Stay Overnight at a Historic Northern California Lighthouse
There are so many great adventures to be had in Northern California, but there may be none as relaxing and…
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Waterfalls
Find 18 Waterfalls Surrounding a Massive Volcano in California’s Far North
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Photo by Ian Chen When many people think of California, they think of the beaches…
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Yosemite-Mammoth
Yosemite’s 2019 Visitor Statistics Show the Best Ways to Avoid the Crowds
Flickr/Taylor Davis Yosemite National Park released its 2019 attendance statistics and it shows another year of massive crowds. The National…
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Destinations
Northern California is Home to the ‘World’s Smallest Mountain Range’
In Northern California, we have a lot going for us. We have multiple active volcanos, pristine National Parks, a beautiful…
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Outdoors
Sledding at Snowman’s Hill in Mt. Shasta
Right off Highway 89 between Mt. Shasta and McCloud sits a historic hill known to be one of the best…
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Waterfalls
Hiking the Three Tiers of McCloud Falls in the Snow
Most people like to hike to Northern California’s amazing waterfalls in the spring or summer. That’s fair. There’s nothing wrong…
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Destinations
20 Reasons Why Redding is the Gateway to California’s Breathtaking Wilderness
Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo: Turtle Bay If you look at Redding, California on a map, you’ll see…
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Events
New Naturalist-Led Backpacking Trips in Santa Cruz Mountains Offered by California State Parks
Have you wanted to explore the Northern California wilderness but just don’t know where to start? Or maybe your brave…
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Outdoors
Yosemite’s Popular ‘Firefall’ Natural Phenomenon is Returning in February
Flickr/Wayne Hsieh Adventure seekers and photographers are preparing to flock to Yosemite National Park, trekking through the mounds of snow…
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Destinations
National Parks are Free on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here’s Where You Should Go in NorCal.
Hikers in the Redwood National and State Parks On Martin Luther King Jr. Day you can celebrate by visiting any…
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Shasta Cascade
The Ultimate Bucket List for Winter in Siskiyou County
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou It’s wintertime in NorCal, with fresh snow draping the beautiful mountains of California’s Far…
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Shasta Cascade
Mount Shasta Named One of the ‘Best Secret Ski Towns in North America’ by National Geographic
There are some great ski towns in Northern California that get a ton of national press. Places like Truckee, South…
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Destinations
7 Hidden Outdoor Gems Near Redding, California
Brought to you by Visit Redding There are so many beautiful outdoor destinations that have put Redding, California on the…
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Outdoors
How You Can Snowshoe an Active Volcano for FREE in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Brought to you by Visit Redding Photo: National Park Service With mounds of snow in the Northern California mountains, adventurers…
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History
How this Man’s ‘Hell’ Became One of Northern California’s Most Popular Destinations
Bumpass Hell is a popular destination for people traveling through Lassen Volcanic National Park. Lassen is chock-full of hydrothermal activity,…
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Destinations
Two NorCal Destinations Make Forbes List of ‘Best Places to Visit in 2020’
Forbes has released it’s list of the 25 Best Places To Visit In 2020 and Northern California got a lot…
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Hikes
3 Northern California Snowshoe Hikes with a Waterfall Payoff
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou Lower McCloud Falls under a blanket of snow. It’s wintertime in Northern California, possibly…
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Outdoors
The Brand-New Trailhead to Mossbrae Falls is Coming Closer to Reality
Flickr/CheWei Chang Anyone that’s ever had the pleasure of visiting Northern California’s most unique waterfall, Mossbrae Falls, knows its well…
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Destinations
Spending a Beautiful Winter Day in Mount Shasta
Brought to you by Discover Siskiyou It’s winter in Northern California and one of our favorite ways to spend a…
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History
The NorCal Town Named ‘Rough and Ready’ Once Seceded from the United States
The only way you’ve probably heard of Rough and Ready, California is if you’ve driven on Highway 20 between Yuba…
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Eating
We Visited 5 Breweries in a Day on the Siskiyou Beer Trail
With Siskiyou County’s endless opportunity for outdoor adventure, it also packs with it some of the best craft beer in…
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Events
This NorCal Town Transforms into a Victorian Christmas Wonderland Every Saturday in December
McCloud, California December has arrived, meaning people are donning their homes with Christmas lights, decorating their trees with ornaments and…
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Destinations
7 Incredible Winter Adventures Near Redding, California
It’s officially winter in Northern California, which means we’ll be trading in our shorts and sun-tan lotion for scarves and…
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Destinations
Visiting the Turtle Bay Exploration Park in Redding, California
The areas surrounding Redding, California are world-renown for there incredible outdoor destinations. But if you’re looking for a great place…
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Destinations
NorCal’s Frozen Gem – The Siskiyou Ice Rink is a Unique Winter Experience
Whether it’s a sunny day under the shadow of Mt. Shasta or a cold night under bright, illuminating stars, the…
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