I was debating between a 3 and 4-star review! Why? Because it was so small, but the uniqueness and family drive to it was fun! Now I agree with most people here, it’s true. You don’t really need a tour guide. However, if you are into getting really educated and don’t mind the hour-plus-long non-stop talk, I recommend that was a little bit overkill, very repetitive, and a tad boring. Definitely the price is not fairly priced, but they do offer first responders and military discounts 🇺🇸You will experience the magnetic phenomenons and other strange things like ghost orbs. With all that just enjoy the backroads and unwind! Would recommend it for family and friends.

The Oregon Vortex was a fascinating and hands-on stop—definitely not your average roadside attraction. Visitors must join a guided tour, which lasts about an hour and is packed with curious demonstrations, optical illusions, and a bit of local lore. Our guide was engaging and knowledgeable, making the experience both entertaining and educational. The $20 per person price felt a bit steep, but the uniqueness of the experience helps justify it. If you're into the mysterious and offbeat, this could be a memorable detor.

I've been multiple times throughout my life and this last trip 2025 I was shocked at how expensive it became. The tour guide said she thought the script they gave her was a lie. Told us her ideas instead. (She knows more than Albert Einstein). This used to be a place of wonder and history but is now another tourist trap. It's still cool but do your own research online and visit similar vortex's as well.

Nick was a great guide he made the experience educational and fun! We got there right after opening so we didn't have to wait to get in and the tour started within a few min.

It was REALLY interesting. We saw a sign and decided to go on an adventure. Its cool. We've never heard of it before. If you're ever in the area, it's worth it.

Okay so we loved it *because* it's tourist trappy. We skipped the guided tour because of our own time constraints, so allocate a couple hours for that. We did partake in the small demonstration they'll give without the tour. It was legit! Weird stuff genuinely happens. Very cool. The tour is said to take 45-60 minutes, and you may wait for other potential tour-takers for up to 30, so plan accordingly. Next time we're in the area, we'll wait, because the demo was cool.

We stumbled upon this place today while exploring the area. We didn't know it was a ticketed thing—we thought we could just walk around for a quick look. We were wrong, but I'm glad we were! I can't remember the name of our tour guide, but she was tall and blonde. She was so funny and charismatic and really knew how to draw you in. You could tell she knew her stuff. She explained everything in a way we could understand and included us in doing different demonstrations on the tour. She was awesome. Tour takes about an hour. Great place to check out if you're looking for something to do! Costs about $25 a person.

Nice park with a shaded trail system, marina, and small store. The trails offer a peaceful walk, though they were a bit messy—covered in leaves and branches. Some areas feel dated, with old equipment stations left behind and picnic tables that are worn but still usable. It’s an average park with decent lake access, but for a paid day-use area, I expected a little more upkeep and care.

Our trip to Joseph H. Stewart State Recreation Area in a Mini-T Campervan was fantastic. The campground, located by Lost Creek Lake, offers spacious, well-maintained sites with excellent amenities. The hiking trails, including the Rogue River Trail, provided stunning views and immersive experiences. A significant benefit of this outstanding campground is its proximity to Crater Lake National Park, just about an hour's drive away—unless you stop to enjoy the many hiking opportunities along the way.

Going fishing in the spring and early summer, "I think," is the best. Fresh clean clear water.

This review is for the lady in the business office in white city whom I spoke to twice regarding my issue of not being able to book a reservation with the marina for 2 days. I've been told that you could of booked one for me but instead you put me through to the marina where you knew there was Noone working. Now my family visiting from California and my family here have been left disappointed because even though I showed up before 8am on Saturday I still couldn't get a boat to rent. This is a horrible process if staff shortage & change of hours change give consumers the correct information, be helpful and make the reservation process available on line if your not interested in any of the above i mentioned! Tony at the marina is great but I did feel like he could if tried to accommodate more offer a discount for another day. He's always been on top of helping people at the marina and usually with a smile.

Not too far off the beaten path up to Crater Lake. It's right on the edge of Lost Creek Lake. Like a park in most areas. Green grass. Sprinklers go all day. And night. Campsites have enough space between them. Our neighbors and us were trying out our new to us camping trailers. Very clean and quiet. Good showers. Views of the lake are the best mainly from the dry hookup sites. Walking paths surrounding the park and over to the boat landing and clubhouse. Our dogs loved it.

We spent 3 days there. It was a good visit. The park was clean. The bathrooms are clean and they have showers. W are going back soon. We stayed in A loop and ran across a couple of awesome camp hosts. Greg and Cookie. They seemed to be the hardest working volunteers I've seen. Keep it up.

Now this is my favorite place to camp with kids. I was definitely surprised how nice and welcomed the camp host were. Now it's number one campground in Oregon for me. Wish it would be a bit closer to Portland.. I love everything about this campground. UPDATE: Still love this place, it was awfully hot 4th of July weekends 2024. Actually July 3rd, 4th, 5th it was 100F° something. I'm glad we had AC.

Very nice campground, big spaces, clean bathrooms and showers (showers are free for campers). Great walking and bicycling trails that go into the small towns of Rogue River and Gold Hill. Couple negatives, our site was very dry and buggy and all the picnic tables in the park need to be replaced, they are super old and brittle and give splinters like crazy. Use at your own risk.

We loved our week at Valley of the Rogue State Park! Site E8 was perfect—level, spacious, and right along the river. The paved trail that runs directly from the campground into the town of Rogue River was such a highlight—we explored it on e-bikes and loved how charming the town was with its restaurants and shops. Showers were spotless, staff were friendly, and the campground felt well cared for. Between hammock time, smoking meat, salads, and playing with the dogs, this stay was exactly what we needed. We’d happily come back again!

Loved our stay here. Beautiful park. Can't beat the price. Our dogs really enjoyed their walks along the river. The I-5 can be a bit noisy, but we were close to the river so not a problem. The staff here is super layed back and friendly. Definitely will be back!

The most popular Oregon state park by the number of visitors. A lot of visitors seem to be short term stays during the week since it is right off the freeway with easy on and off and close to the Oregon/California border. This park is located right on the Rogue River between Grants Pass and Medford. The sites are spaced apart and offer sun and shade. They're multiple hiking and biking trails as well. This location could also be used as a home base for a trip to Crater Lake and multiple wineries and tasting rooms as well as canoeing or kayaking the Rogue. I would also make a trip for a jet boat ride on Rogue. Numerous small towns around to discover like Jacksonville.

5 Stars unless it's late August. Grounds are nice, well thought out, well maintained. Front gate Rangers were friendly, cordial and, professional. Camp hosts were friendly and helpful. We were there for 10 days, the first three were 100 degrees. Yellowjackets were insane. We had a screened gazebo so that helped a great deal.

We reserved a Yurt for one night and it was perfect. There is enough beds to comfortably sleep 5 people (two fulls and a twin) and there would be enough room on the floor to bring your own sleeping equipment. There was a light and a space heater that made it very comfortable. The only reason I made this review 4 stars is because of the camp’s proximity to the highway, that resulted in pretty loud highway noises.

Love this park. We camped four 2 weeks in our RV. Right on the Rogue River, camp hosts and park service employees were friendly and always kept the park clean. Highly recommend for day use or overnight stay.

Absolutely the best memories were made on our zip tour! Everything from the start to finish. Our guides were the BEST, so professional but yet so fun! They made sure the zips felt safe and thrilling all at the same time! My daughter even got the "Extended Tour" but she absolutely loved it and probably could of hung out there all day long 😅 my only idea, woild be to offer a punch card of some sort for us locals 😉 we will definitely be going again, See ya again soon Rogue Zipline!

Twinkle toes and champagne poppy were the best! My 2 boys (9 and 11) and I had a great time and loved our guides. They had all the jokes, made us all feel confident and safe and engaged my boys the whole time 💕 just a great experience!

Loved loved loved everything about my first zip line experience. Our 2 guides cliffhanger and the specimen were absolutely wonderful, I was terrified but they both did very well at staying calm, controlled, and super comforting. How they praised every person after every ride was something more people should aspire to be. I felt safe, secure, and trusting of both of these guys! I’d love to return again. Bubba will zip line again ❤️

This is a great place to go to. I'm so impressed with the professionalism of the tour Masters. We never felt unsafe and we had such a great time. It's even more impressive that all the trails are ADA accessible.

We celebrated my friend's 40th birthday here! Everyone had a fantastic time with many belly laughs along the way. Cliffhanger and Toothfairy are the best guides!! Most of us were first-time zipliners and we felt safe and secure throughout the entirety of it! We took the 4pm tour and we're so happy that we did. The views were spectacular!

From Medford, OR and this was my First time zip lining in southern Oregon. Our tour guides Toothfairy/Big-Shrimpin (zipline code names)😂 were awesome and are the PROS! They had the whole group laughing and chatting the entire time. I definitely would come back to do this breathtaking experience again.

What an Experience!!! Gina and Cam mad a Full Send on Fun! From start to finish we were laughing. They were so knowledgeable and made the entire adventure an unforgettable experience! Thank you so much Gina and Cam - Diabetriss

The hike up Upper Table Rock is not dangerous but the grade and switchbacks will burn your legs and lungs. The trail is shaded for much of the way, which is nice because it gets warm. Bring water. I enjoyed the plateau the most, for its view farmland and river, plus majestic Mount McLoughlin off in the distance.

Lower Table Rock is a steeper, more strenuous, hike. But it's prettier, tree covered, more hikers, and has a few benches on the way up to the top. I like upper Table Rock too but lower is my preference.

Upper table rock is a shorter hike overall, but in the spring it is absolutely gorgeous as wildflowers and various tree's begin to bloom. It can be trying at times, as it does have a few switchbacks. Lower table rock is both longer and a tad more strenuous. However, the plateau of Lower Table Rock is vast with breathtaking views. You'll want water for both and prepare for a bit of burn (depending on your fitness level).

Mind blowing views and surreal setting near Medford. Definitely worth a stop for the quick hike if you’re passing through the area. Can get a little more crowded on weekends, but once you’re at the top of the plateau there’s plenty of room to find your own way.

Hike was a bit strenuous at the top. Views are awesome. Not a fan of all the dogs.

The trails are great, wide. I don't like snakes but I haven't seen any around whenever I go but they are around. I've seen lots of lizards, chipmunks, bugs, butterflies, and squirrels. The view at the top is always worth the hike. It's incredibly magnificent!! You can see the Rogue Valley for miles...even the freeway. Great for tourists and residents alike.

Fun hike for almost any age. There is an upper and lower Table Rock.

A one oh a kind historic flour mill that's been restored from a fire. Actual way of grinding flour...no modern day ways. Offers a tour and a well stocked store to buy their milled food products etc. The Best! Take the time to go here. So worth it. Super nice staff. Everything great.

The mill and general store on Little Butte Creek in Eagle Point, Oregon burned down eight years ago on Christmas Day. After an extensive fundraising effort and much work from many people, the mill and general store have been reopened and are just lovely.

Went here today with three adults and two kids. We loved the historical artifacts, the friendly staff and volunteers, and the beautiful store. The shop has jams, honey, salt, every spice you can imagine, tea, baking mixes, artisanal grains, tons of flours, granola, soup mix, candy, gifts, you name it. Fun to look out and see the mill creek.

Nice little local mill made in 1872 that still works. Covered bridge nearby.

Built in 1872 Mill still in operation.... the grind never ends. Best Dole pineapple ice-cream

We stopped as a trip back in time with my aunt. The place was rebuilding as therr had been another fire ( one many many years ago and this one just 2 years ago I think) lots of pride in the staff. Can't wait to see it finished

The Butte Creek Mill is a historic landmark in Eagle Point Oregon. It is right down the road from one of our covered bridges here in town. And when it's open, it has an interesting blend of antiquities, collectibles, and just great souvenirs and useful stuff that you can purchase. It's really neat looking at the building situated on Butte Creek. And we are very glad that it is being restored after the fire a few years back. It is definitely a place you should visit in Eagle Point!

Visited from Colorado for a large event taking place all week. Our group booked out the back part of the venue. We went to a different winery every night for the week and this was my favorite. Beautiful location, on the water. They have live music on certain days of the week. The only issue was the service time. Don't think they had enough staff for the large group that was there, so people were standing in line to order for a while. Other than that, loved it.

This place came highly recommended from a friend of ours who lives in the area. A lovey place to sip on wine. They have ample seating outside and near the creek. We enjoyed several wine flights. The sandwich of the day was delicious. This was a fun stop

It is a beautiful location, just gorgeous, with a wonderful seating area right by the river. The wines are delicious, the food is very good. Basically, it is the perfect place to spend a sunny afternoon sipping rosé, and the kids can just play with rocks by the river. There is a lot of room to accommodate bigger groups, and the scenery is really top notch. So peaceful. Now also with live music on Thursdays.

The atmosphere was great! The barn, crystal clear creek in the grounds, and options were enjoyable. The wine wasn't excellent in our group's opinion, but it was priced a little lower and if you enjoyed one, it was a good value. Felt built more for events and hanging out than high end wine. We still had a great time!

Such a great spot. Beautiful grounds right on the creek and an excellent assortment of very tasty on the spot made wines. The food was charcuterie style, but the spinach artichoke dip we had with our drinks was phenomenal. They encourage picnicking on the grounds as well. I was told they even have live music and food trucks on certain days. I would definitely go again, it was worth the drive....10/10

This winery is fantastic! The wines are scrumptious, from the port to the white wines. The fig jam is insanely good, the charcuterie is to die for, and the coconut soup is a rare treat. It's just a wonderful winery. The staff are gracious and charming. They also sell cute kitschy items and we wanted one of everything! They have both inside and outside seating plus seating down by the river. Masks no longer required!!

Red Lily Vineyards are nestled in the Applegate in Southern Oregon. The atmosphere is casual and very comfortable. If you visit, make sure to try the Tempranillo. Delicious.

Beautiful Farm! Great atmosphere, very relaxing to listen to the bees buzz through the lavender. Very kind staff.

This place is the cutest Lavender Farm I have seen. The scenery is perfect and the small pond is breath taking with the water lilies. Myself and family member enjoyed the sites and the Lavender shop was wonderful! Lovely little getaway.

Went on a scavenger hunt for lavender farms and began with this one. The owner was super friendly and there was a lot of nice products available for purchase. This was the best farm I went to during the first day of the lavender festival, and they set the bar high. Strolling through endless rows of lavender with bees buzzing around on an 80° day with a gentle sprinkle of rain really set a relaxing tone. There is very limited to no phone service within half an hour of this area, so make sure to have your GPS loaded in advance.

I saw her booth at the Brookings azalea festival weekend. Purchased the lavender shortbread. This was the best tasting shortbread I have ever experienced . The top of the shortbread melts in your mouth then you experience this Wonderful crunch as you bite a piece off. All the while this incredible flavor flows over your taste buds. Smooth and crunchy and oh so good! My only regret was there was only one left to purchase.

The English Lavender Farm is just getting blooming and by the sounds of it will be at full bloom at the beginning of July. We loved getting photos in the fields and shopped in their charming little shop where we enjoyed lavender lemonade and the most delicious toasted sugar shortbread. Such an enchanting place. Every third weekend in June and mid-July they have the Southern Oregon Lavender Festival where they have a food truck out and they do wreath making workshops among other fun events. A favorite summer thing to do!

Excellent way to unwind on a Sunday afternoon. I happened up here during the lavender festival and got the most wonderful blueberry lavender sangria and a bruschetta salad while listening to live music. Then proceeded to commune with the bees about how lovely the lavender flowers were. Fantastic way to start any week!

Super friendly staff... Owners are active in supporting the community. It's a lovely place worth the drive out to spend some time chilling out in such lovely surrounds. I do recommend bring out water and such if it's hot.

My daughter and I had the best experience here Sunday June 15th, 2025. I hate seeing the bad reviews from years ago because this place was amazing. I'm not sure if it's new owners or new server or what, but it was fantastic. I didn't get our servers name, but he was an older gentleman with longer hair. He was fantastic. Instead of just having a list of 4 or 5 wines to try, he asked what kind of wines we liked and focused our tastings on that. It was great because my daughter and I both like different wines. We each got I think 8 samples and hers were all different than mine, so we could try each other's too. They had live music playing out on a beautiful lawn area with a great view. Others were bringing their own snacks which I thought was great that that was allowed. The tastings were complimentary if you purchased a bottle, which of course we did. Of all the wines we tasted there were only 2 we didn't care for. Both were Chardonnay, which I'm never a big fan of. Their Malbec was amazing. The only con I can think of was the big dog walking around, while people were trying to eat.

Valley view is a beautiful place and such a rich history! The people here are so personable and make it a great experience. You can walk around the vineyard, they have games and tables and seating outside with beautiful views of the mountains and the grounds. Your next wine tasting experience with the girls, date night, or with family and friends needs to be here!

Made it to Valley View this afternoon as an overnight stop on our 5 month RV trip. Mark and Brock greeted us warmly and then proceeded to introduce us to the wonderful wines the vineyard has to offer. We enjoyed the tasting so much that several bottles will be making the trip home with us. If you get the chance, take time to stop by this beautiful winery tucked in the mountains of Oregon. You won't be disappointed.

Been a member for 2 years. Staff is great! Dog friendly and very clean winery. Always a pleasure to try their new wines. This is the oldest winery in the area. Well maintained and frequent events. The wine maker is doing a great job. Don’t miss this winery.

Great place...amazing wine...and stellar staff (Gale)!! We visited on a Sunday, they had a food truck and live music, the lawn area next to the tasting room had lots of sitting areas to relax and take in the view...I wish we would've brought a picnic blanket to lay in the grass, that would have been perfect. Gale was so kind and fun, she reminded us of home/our family which was nice after a long trip away from home! Thank you Valley View for a great experience!

Our favorite southern Oregon winery! We've been buying Valley View wines for a very long time and it's been exciting to see their evolution in their offerings, especially the new Italian varietals. If you get the chance to take the tour of the winery, take it! Very informative, not just about their wines, but also some local wine history in general. You will certainly enjoy an afternoon in the relaxing atmosphere of the tasting room and lawn. Hopefully you'll be lucky enough to savor their great wines while also enjoying some music! Just go, you won't regret it! 🍷 Cheers!

Did a wine tour for a mother and daughter from the Redding, Ca. area. This is always my first stop. Such a beautiful winery and location.

We recently saw the Julius Ceasar play. Personally, it was hard for me to initially get into because of all the women playing male roles. Wish that there was a gift shop open afterward and that they would have announced intermission as well as how long it would be. The lights just came on, and nothing was said.

Watched Into the Woods today and loved it. Beautiful production and acting of the cast was amazing. Came all the way from Sacramento to watch the show and loved every single minute of it.

Awesome stay at Chateau Herbe! Saw two fantastic plays at OSF as well. Ashland never disappoints!

Better than any local theater you'll ever be. These are Broadway performances and huge productions. You've got to get the chance to go and see this if you like live theater in any way. Every show I've ever been to here has always performed immensely, and I would recommend a show to anybody! 🎭🤩✨ #Broadway #Performances #Theater #Productions #Shows

My husband and I visit Ashland a couple of times a year and always make seeing a play a must. This time we saw Shane (the fighting scenes were fantastic), The Merry Wives of Windsor (hilarious and delightfully cringey), and Quixote Nuevo (hands down the best show I’ve ever seen)—and we were absolutely blown away! Every production was incredible, and the theaters were beautiful and so comfortable. Truly an unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to return!

This place is so much fun, especially if you’re really into theater! I completely fell in love with it and highly recommend watching a play or show at night — when the lights come on, everything just comes to life. The actors are incredible — I had never seen a play before, but after my first one here, I absolutely fell in love. Even if you don’t fully understand Shakespeare or the old folklore language, you’ll still get it through the actors’ amazing expressions. I couldn’t believe how beautiful it all was — I was truly astonished! The only thing I’d say is that the concession stand prices are a bit high, so I recommend bringing your own water. Other than that, I adore this place — I’d go every day if I could!

Oregon Shakespeare Festival is officially BACK in every way (if it ever really left.) There is a reason this legendary theatre in little ol' Ashland, Oregon has the world-class reputation that it does, and it was on full display with this season's offerings; truly a fitting celebration of OSF’S 90th season. And the lineup for 2026 looks equally promising! If you get the chance to experience it for yourself, don't miss it.

This library was really nice. I was there for a couple panel discussions but the views out of the windows on the second floor are worth the detour. Also the children’s section is such a wonderful spot for kids. Shout out to the children’s librarians there!

This is a beautiful location with stunning views. Staff is delightful and helpful, all the services are easy to use and clean. This has been a great place to come study and be away from the distractions of home life.

The staff here (not all mind you) are visually judgemental. I am homeless and do the same things as many of the other homeless that come here do. But I also have higher quality clothing available to me, and because of that. I've yet to be discriminated against. I have been weeks without a shower and they will kick out other people who have no odor issue just for "looking" like they stink or are just identifiable as homeless. It's shameful that I'm afforded extra respect exclusively because of my outfit. When I'm no better than any of the other homeless, if not worse... do better. Be nicer.

incredible library: cozy, well resourced, the people inside create good vibes :)

this library system is extensive, smooth-running, and just LOVELY to be inside (Ashland location specifically). The children’s library is a staple for our family (with a toddler) as the librarians are friendly, so helpful and generous. There are SOO many great books and always engaging toys available to play with. We honestly can’t imagine our life without the library 😌 Thank you, Ashland Library!

I'm a seasoned traveler and been to hundreds of libraries and this is one of my favorite. The staff are knowledgeable polite and even friendly. Some of the on house community come here to rest but they don't cause any problems. Just a great spot for the community to get together and share information.

Best public library on west coast I've seen out of many. Lots of power outlets including lockable machine to charge while running errands. There is a free food cabinet and grassy areas in front you can take a break outdoors on. The staff is great and very accommodating. I love this library...

Wonderful urban Park in the small town of Ashland. There are features of a typical park like grassy areas, picnic tables, and a playground. There are also multiple paths along the creek as well as some that go up the hill into a sunny Oak covered slope. There is even a free Japanese garden. Watch out you may lose cell phone service in the valley.

Stunning! A lovely park created by the same dude who designed the city park in NYC. Zen garden was great. I loved the redwoods. Truly one of the best parks I’ve been to

One of my favorite places to go to when I wind up in Southern Oregon. It is so peaceful, calming, relaxing and refreshing. It's just a great park to be in, and it's safe. Sometimes there is deer walking and eating about, and often times there are musicians performing their music, lots of space for walking, running, hiking and picnicking, it's an extremely pleasant place /park to be. Located in downtown Ashland, OR and within walking distance of shops, eateries and performance centers, it really is a nice park to have in that area.

A great relaxing walk through a beautiful park. Japanese garden near by. River running through with access. Musicians playing. Playground. Perfect park. Did I mention wild turkeys..

Gorgeous any time of the year. The trail through the park has wood chips and is a good route for a fairly easy hike. The Japanese Garden, the creek, the duck ponds, and the foliage year-round is stunning. One of my favorite places to be!

Great park and beautiful walking trail along the creek, a must during the Fall. Parking can be a challenge during the weekends but you can find small parking lots along Granite St. they’re a little less crowded because everyone is mostly focused on the park’s main entrance.

What a Nice gem Ashland have. Miles of trails to be with nature yet you’re still in the city . Beautiful fall colors at its peak during my visit .

A nice collection of interactive exhibits for the kids. They were short-staffed for the Thanksgiving break, but the people there were friendly and helpful.

This is a fun place for kids and Discovery science. They have many areas that include dinosaur, space, geology and physics. They also have a fun robot dog that is fun to watch.

Great place for kids, my 7 year old and 1 1/2 yr old loved all the interactive stations. So much to see and do. I would totally recommend this place and would come back if we were in the area again.

Took the whole family on a Saturday. It wasn't crowded. It was clean. Staff was very helpful and friendly. The activities are great for young and old. Overall a super fun family day

We had our wedding at ScienceWorks and it was the PERFECT VENUE! Our guests (kids AND adults!) had a blast playing with the exhibits and the outdoor area -- with views of Grizzly Peak -- was beautiful for our ceremony and reception. Regina and Kevin were super helpful to make our wedding everything we had imagined! Highly recommend not just as a science museum but as an awesome event space!

Staff is nice, but they got rid of everything fun. Half of everything else is out of order or missing parts. I’d suggest going to the Children’s Museum in Medford instead.

I went today,3/17//23. The facility was well staffed. Staff walked around and spent time conversing with one another. I was not impressed by the lack of cleanliness ( papers all over the floor where the planes are made). I cleaned up the floor area along with my 2 and 6 year old grand child. In the room where the peg board and dominoes are, one can find spider webs on the walls ( see photos and enlarge to see the webs.) and the device outside that demonstrates echos was not fully functional due to garbage and debris inside. Someone could have cleaned it out some way or somehow so that we could have used it. There were a few activities that were not functioning and there were no signs on them...not sure if staff regularly inspect them throughout the day. I don't live in this state but I will be frequenting the place. I'm hoping something gets done about this and puts up signs as to how all of the things are sanitized. No one was able to explain that to this RN.

Awesome and a must see, you need to stop at this area and take pictures for sure. Please don't just drive by it, please stop and look at our beautiful World.

Beautiful, quiet just a lovely place to site see and enjoy just how gorgeous this place is! Clean and comforting! Love love love it!

Great fishing (February 2020) even though the river is high there are pockets of fishable water. Saw bald eagles and got some great fishing In! Bring layers for clothes as weather can change quickly

Fantastic place to get outdoors. Enjoy a hike, fish the river or just get some rest. Well kept and lots to explore.

Love it at the Klamath fantastic sunshine blasting through the clouds.My dogs love to walk the river, smelling everything as we go.The wildlife is great you have a chance to see otter swimming,deer grazing or running.possibly a track of something more menacing like a cougar or coyote.Birds are abundant hawks,egrets,Canadian geese,ducks,bald eagles.I spotted a rattlesnake that recently shed its skin and the new skin had shiny green color.Amazing how beautiful that rattlesnake was.Take a friend for a picnic and listen to the river splash by.It can be very relaxing.Enjoy nature say goodbye video games.at least for a few hours.You won't regret it.

Nice rest stop, clean quiet nice restrooms no complaints at all.

You can not swim on the river,nor can you let your dogs swim in it -due to the algae,which has some very harmful viral or bacterial effects. Beautiful to the eye! Fun fishing -not sure if you"d want to eat the fish. Sorry Klamath River,-I long to see you healthy again!

Fantastic tour.

Nice park with wildlife, blackberries and a reservoir. Loop around reservoir about 1 mile. 1/2 shade 1/2 sun. Arrive early in summer to avoid heat. Has playground and picnic area. Best park I’ve found in area.

Very nice walk. The parks themselves were very green and clean cut. We walked in the morning and there were quite a lot of gnats but nothing too serious and it was still a very enjoyable place to walk and talk or run or bike.

Lovely Local Park! 🌳 Greenhorn Park is such a peaceful and welcoming spot! Great trails, open spaces, and a perfect place to relax, play, or enjoy nature with family and friends. Well-maintained and absolutely enjoyable—definitely 5 stars! 🌿✨

Very nice park. It has a nice lake to fish in. Don't forget, July 2nd is free fishing day mark your calendars. Nice restrooms, picnic tables, gazebo with picnic tables. Trails and paved paths to walk. There are many forms of wildlife; squirrels, birds, seagulls, Canadian geese and goslins, and I saw one deer. There is also slides and a climbing area for children. I saw one goose that looked like it had a broken wing or two. Always keep pets on a leash so they don't injure wildlife. I hope someone can help the poor goose. He can't fly or hardly walk. I think dogs should be banned from this park.

We stopped at Yreka and had some time in the evening so found this via AllTrails. This place is a hidden gem. Parking lot was huge. There are many trails here but we just did the reservoir loop. Plenty of deer, Canada geese and other birds were easily seen. There is also a miners trail which has old mining equipment from the gold rush. The wood bridge on one side of reservoir was also neat. We spent an hour here.

Great meeting spot ! My mom drove frome redding an I did from Medford. My son was able to get out an enjoy the park ! Super nice clean bathroom we will absoutly go back !!

Great little park in Yreka. I wish the county had more of these that were so accessible. Only thing I could say is that it would be great if they could update the signage for the trails because some trails have it, some don't, and you can go on for ages in the wrong direction trying to get back down on an actual trail to the parking lot.

We couldn't find the signs, hours and we drove there and found nothing. Tried calling the number and it's out of service. It appears to have closed permanently but the website is still up.

don't bother. doesn't list hours or days open AND the phone number doesn't work. apparently they don't want any business.

Doesn’t look like the farm is open for 2021 summer.

Gps location points to a fence, ok they may be closed but no recording and public messages? Call before you go, and if they don't answer don't waste your time, you will be greeted by a fence and not even a glimpse of lavender.

There's a small window in the season where you can go out there and pick lavender for a very reasonable price. Believe it's July but you should check.

This Farm is Famous! Thanks to HTC Sense 4.

Nice place to visit and stayed close by hotel.

We went in with a kinda wide car! The road was cool but a little narrow for our truck. Don't want scratches! We loved the sculptures we saw. The thought behind it was great. We totally support our troops and what they went thru for us. It was a great symbol to honor those that served!

This is one of the hidden wonders. Is solemn, good for reflection. Metal Sculptures honoring veterans, nurses, POW-MIA's. I could sit there for hours. I Honor Captain (?) Henry Brauner, lost in Viet Nam- 1971 YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN!

I’d definitely stop again. Peaceful and beautiful. Sad all the names on the wall. The men and women that gave their life for are freedoms. Some family’s lost so many. Wish I lived closer I’d definitely work to make this a must see for travelers. If you get the chance stop for a picnic and to show your respect to are brave men and women

A special place of amazing sculptures representing past wars. Worth seeing at least once.

I am not a veteran, but I was very moved by memorial, as was my wife. Very powerful art laid out in a very unusual environment. We highly recommend stopping and walking to all the installations. Plan on spending 30-60 minutes.

2-22-19 in the snow and shadow of Mount Shasta. Pics of the living memorial on a snow beautiful day. 2 years ago. Quiet. Peaceful. Reflective. Insightful. Benches to sit on. Wheelchair accessible. Respectful. Lonely. Will stand for ages. Thoughtful. Open. All people should stop here.

This place is amazing! Truly is the most relaxing little hike around this park the art work is Phenomenal It has so much to say! I highly recommend everyone to visit here

I took this picture from an airplane!! Absolutely gorgeous from all angles but was especially excited to see it from this spot!! Its on my bucket list to see it from the ground!!

Today I flew over Mt Shasta while travelling from Sacramento to Portland by Alaska Airline. Mt Shasta is one of the 7 holy mountains of the world. 26000 came to visit it last year. It has a power CC and presence that is exceptional and palpable. Indigenous peoples have called it the center of our universe.

We visited a couple of weeks after the holidays and boy were we glad we did. The absolute beauty and peacefulness was exactly what we needed to decompress. It's amazing and I highly recommend it!

The views are amazing! We weren’t even planning to climb that high, but it was so much fun and our dog loved it, and the climb wasn’t even that hard, but it was definitely worth it! Unfortunately we couldn’t hike higher because of our doggy :( so be aware of it. The weather was perfect, it was sunny but not hot because the snow was keeping us cool. But we didn’t expect that much snow in May. Still was a lot of fun!

We were passing Mt. Shasta on our Pacific northwest tour. Amazing views of a snow capped peak rising from the flat area around. Several places to stop along the way to capture some amazing pics. You see it from miles around from different angles, simply gorgeous.

Visible when on the coast starlight amtrack train going though here in Northern California is Mt Shasta is known in the paranormal community aswell to have a history of activity

Mt. Shasta Summit: A Challenging but Rewarding Adventure On July 4th, 2023 my friends and I had the incredible opportunity to climb Mt. Shasta via the Avalanche Gulch Route. We stayed at an Airbnb in Redding, CA, about 1.5 hours from the trail. We left the Airbnb at 12:30 AM and arrived at the trail at 2 AM. We took the Avalanche Gulch Route, which is a 17.5-mile round trip with an elevation gain of 7,200 feet. It took us approximately 13.5 hours to complete the climb. We began the climb at 2AM and stopped around 6AM to view the morning alpenglow at Helen Lake (10,550ft). During this time, the trail was almost entirely snow covered, except for the scree field we encountered on Misery Hill (13,800ft). We used a combination of trekking poles and spikes on the ascent. Due to the steep conditions at that time, an ice axe was needed for the last 300+ feet to the summit. The hike was challenging, but the panoramic view from the summit was absolutely breathtaking. Given the snow conditions in July 2023, we were able to glissade for several thousand feet down the mountain, significantly easing the descent. If you're looking for a challenging but rewarding adventure, I highly recommend climbing Mt. Shasta. Just be prepared for the physical demands and plan accordingly. Key details: Route: Avalanche Gulch Total trip distance: 17.5 miles Start time: 2 AM Summit time: 11:30 AM Finish time: 3:30 PM Total trip time: 13.5 hours

Dopest of dope of camp sites always the best time with the fam bam lets go 40 years deep in the camping game how bout that!

It's very cheap to park here. The beach has a great view of Mount Shasta. Nice place to come for camping or to cool off on a hot summer's day.

Lake Siskiyou is a very pretty Forest and Lake State Park .

The south side area we'd planned to go to was closed for some hazard they were fixing, so we went around to a camping/pull out area on the east side. You couldn't see the reflection of the mountain, but it was still very peaceful and pretty. The parking lot had bathrooms.

Great place for fishing and taking a walk

Really nice 7 mile, easy to hike trail that encompasses the lake. Lots of beautiful scenery to see…with the snow covered Mount Shasta off to the east being our favorite. The only issue currently is on the far western side of the lake. Heavy water flows has made the normal crossing area inaccessible and you’ll have to turn back. If you are a little more adventurous, you can follow the side trail west a little further. There you will find a large fallen tree that can be used to cross the water. I don’t recommend it though if you’re not sure on your feet.

I have been camping and living right by or near this Lake for well over a decade. There's a great trail that goes all the way around the lake, boat access public beaches private campgrounds apparently good fishing because there's always people there fishing. The campground also rents pontoon boats. There are public outhouses that are maintained fairly well in multiple locations as well as parking and there's a Frisbee golf course right next to it. Every 4th of July this is where they do the fireworks and lots of friendly people can be found walking or biking the trail at all times. There are some picnic table areas and lots of hidden spots to set up your own little private Beach area. It is also very popular with ducks and seagulls. Deer can be regularly seen here as well as tons of squirrels.

This is a easy to find waterfall with only a short walk from the parking area to the falls. There is easy access off of highway 5. There are a limited number of parking spots. But people don't generally stay too long. So, there's usually a spot that will open up. There's a nice little picnic area at the beginning of the trail. And it's not even 1/4 mile from there to the falls. The neat feature of this waterfall is that you can walk behind it. The trail continues on past the falls as Hedge Creek flows to the Sacramento River.

Nature’s hidden gem Tucked away in Dunsmuir, Hedge Creek Falls is the perfect little escape—just a short walk leads you to this dreamy waterfall where you can even wander behind the cascade. 🌊🌲 The cool mist and peaceful vibes make it a spot you’ll never forget. Easy hike, family friendly.

2nd time here. Just as beautiful. Leaves are starting to change so it was extra special. A short downhill winding walk to the falls. You get to walk right behind the falls. That does also mean there is a winding uphill walk to the parking lot. It's not terrible though. In my opinion it's worth it.

Such a cool little hidden gem! Hedge Creek Falls is a quick and easy hike with a fun reward, you can actually walk behind the waterfall! It’s a peaceful spot with great shade, perfect for a short break if you’re driving along I-5 near Dunsmuir. The trail is family-friendly, and the sound of the falls echoing off the rocks makes it feel like a secret forest escape. Definitely worth a stop!

This is a nice hidden gem that we discovered during a holiday trip. It's a fantastic stop and incredibly short easy hike perfect for all ages. Highly recommend if you are driving near Dunsmuir California.

This is a beautiful spot to take your dogs for a quick walk. It’s not far from the freeway, making it a perfect stop while traveling. A great place to stretch your legs and let the dogs get some fresh air after long hours on the road.

It was beautiful especially last weekend with a lot of water gushing downhill. You have beautifully carved pathway that takes you behind the falls. Watch out for small reptiles around. Lesser crowds at the beginning of May. Parking is limited and needs to hike a bit to get to the falls. You can hike all the way to the river if you would like, along the same trail.

Lots of variety on this trail. Just as you get tired of the forest, you get a climb of a rocky pathway and then a sunny flat spot to chill at the end. Yes, it's hard but well worth it. Took me 4.5 hours. Very peaceful and outstanding mountaintop views.

A fun hike to the top! Keep in mind this is all uphill one way and all downhill the other, so it’s more than just a stroll. But wow, what a great hike! A few downed trees were on the trail and there was some rock scrambling as you get closer to the top, but all are doable. It’s amazing to be able to see the dome and Mt. Shasta at the same time. Great day!

A hidden gem. This hike offers amazing views of the Crags, Mt Shasta and the general horizon. Slope of the trail cam get slightly steep, but with hiking poles, the hike was very doable. Although, we didn't hike to the very top due to time constraints, we got far enough to feel accomplished. Trail is well marked and easy to navigate.

Usually, because I'm cheap, at least for myself, I avoid parks with fees, but this was well worth the $8. Unbelievably cool hike to Castle Crag - nice quick vertical to the top. I did it barefoot up and then put my shoes on for the way back down and talked about Jesus with a wonderful woman who ended up giving me some awesome hiking recommendations

Great trails. We took the Vista Point and Castle Crags trail. The first one was quite easy for everyone to do it. The second one was invredible. There are some difficulties but doable. It is quite steep in certain areas and you are all the goind up. Close to the end it gets harder. The view is incredible beautiful.

We never went into the park but was able to drive around and get some cool pictures of the granite peaks. This is a very unique and interesting place.

Great trip! The view from the vista point is great. Missed the seasonal waterfall, so we'll have to be back. Rangers were friendly and helpful, though their idea of easy differs from mine. They recommended the Indian Creek Nature Loop. Much together than expected though the creek and bridges were as advertised and made the hike worth it. It was my wife's first encounter with a rattlesnake in the wild desire or interest in the great outdoors. It should be noted, my wife was recovering from surgery and me from a tree limb falling on me, so we were not up to par at the time.

It was 96 degrees Fahrenheit outside today, and the caverns were like a nice 70 degree room with AC. No jackets needed. On the bus ride up, sit on the right side to see the lake view. The ferry rides and the tour were enjoyable. There are many slopes and stairs, and the staff are friendly and assistive. Highly recommended!

One of our quest to visit all beauties of California is exploring Lake Shasta Caverns. We went to see the McCloud 3 Falls then stopped by here to see the cave. The lake is beautiful, the boat ride is refreshing. Walking to the bus ride is tiring due to up hill climb from the dock, but the ride is scary and exciting looking down the steep slope to the lake. All the buses trying to go up and down the one way road quite amazing. The bus driver is extremely humorous and pleasant. Inside the cave, we had a narrator to explain the history of the cave and how they're forming which is quite informative and eye opening. More stairs to climb, tiring but there are so much to see. Each floor and sections have different scenery. The lighting makes each cave look lively and exotic. Although there are quite a lot of climbing and walking but we had enjoyed it tremendously. On the way out, we could see the views of the lake so beautiful. It's quite a feast for the eyes. We loved it. It's time for another one.

Well planned tour. Morning rides are less crowded. Nice gift shop at the beginning. Friendly folks. Rich history. Buy the tickets in advance.

Such a great tour! All of the people were friendly and knowledgeable, from the welcome center to the boat, bus and cave tour guide. The cave is amazing and the history that comes with it is very interesting. There are a lot of stairs, but they do give an early exit option for those who need it.

A fun tour at a very reasonable price. The caverns are impressive and the whole crew from the gift shop, boat operators shuttle drivers and tour guides did a great job.

The light show inside the caverns was spectacular. The staff were excellent and very helpful. Parking was easy, and the experience included a scenic boat ride across the lake followed by a bus ride to the caverns. Plan to spend around 2 to 3 hours for the entire activity.

We came with a big group of people and had the best experience! From the store personnel to the tour guide, everyone was super kind. The tour guide was knowledgeable and funny! 10/10 would recommend!

10/10 would watch the sunset and hold hands with someone here. Beautiful wildlife everywhere Especially extra Beautiful on the full moon. Safe place for kids and dogs to swim

We love Whismeytown. There are so many locations on this lake to take your family to find a spot to day-chill if you don’t rent a Pontoon to enjoy the lake. The water is clean the views are breathtaking.

Visited the lake in early August, drove right off of Hwy 299, and was able to access the water very easily. The water was clear and the perfect temperature. I wasn’t able to detour to much off my route but I am sure you can find places and beaches with handicap parking and access to the water.

The area offers an excellent opportunity for recreational activities, including scenic drives, hiking, and swimming, which I found highly enjoyable.

Great lake for boating and water sports. Beautiful scenery and warm water, we rented a boat and enjoyed the lake for the day. Go and have fun!

Whiskeytown lake is the most beautiful lake I have ever seen. It is so peaceful there and hard to take your eyes off of every inch of the area. Everywhere you turn there there's something amazing to be discovered. The lookout point by The visitors center is also a great place to see how much already of the lake from one location. from what I understand there are tons of different locations to visit there at the lake that offer different views and scenes. There is a little bit of walking and order to get close to the lake but nothing unreasonable. I highly suggest visiting this specific lake. It would be a shame if anyone had come to Shasta County and did not take a trip to this location. The locals and travelers that have visited here have always had the same reaction of complete awe. Great place for kids as well and it is perfect for hot summer days. I often see people reading books by the lake as well as swimming. Just thinking about it makes me want to go there right now. Is very peaceful and quiet so whatever you looking for I can guarantee you this has something to offer. Be sure to charge your phone because you'll be taking lots of photos and bring food with you as there are not many places around there to grab a bite to eat.

An amazingly beautiful place. We parked in a little layby jist beyond the visitor centre which was quiet and had great views, but you could really walk around from there. It was heart breaking to see to the devastation from the wildfires to one side. Praying for the area and for protectio. From future fires.

This is such an awesome church and so God inspiring and I'm on a healing quest to get away from dysfunctional people and originally I was just going to go to Southern Oregon and then cut West, but now I'm making a pilgrimage to Redding just to catch the service at Bethel this morning, and I am so pumped!! I've been hiding out in Mount Shasta to escape the heat, and God woke me up at 3:30 this morning, and I'm originally from Minnesota, and the time there would have been about 5:30, and through chat GPT this morning when I was getting information about the church times it reminded me about psalms 5:3 "in the morning I lay my request before you, and wait expectantly." Wooooooooo e! God is so good!! Update: I attended the Sunday church on 7.6.25 at 8:00 a.m. and I forget the speaker's name but I have seen him on YouTube before and he was talking about space and the word Surge and it was so awesome and enlightening and informative but also funny and like all the speakers here he is just amazing messenger of God. I got there a little early to grab a coffee and went to the bookstore to get Chuck Perry's "Alignment" book, and who walked in just a minute after I did when I was at the checkout, but Chuck Parry, who greeted me and signed the book. To be honest I've been going through some really tough stuff lately going no contact with my family from realizing how dysfunctional everything was after reading sbout their egomaniacal in narcissistic behavior that happens when you reject God and the books ("Pulling your Strings, "Healing from Narcissistic Abuse" etcetera) described to the letter their selfish behavior, and I got up at 3:30 in Mount Shasta yhe night before so I was a little steep deprived, and so I had trouble staying awake the whole day, but by night time I was an hour east of Eureka, California camping, and I walking along the shore around 9:30 a little bit before I was going to go to sleep, and I was feeling so hopeless and and lost and feeling all alone realizing the only person I have in my life right now is God (but in hindsight that's enough) and I was having some really negative thoughts as I was walking along the shore with Chuck's book, and I opened it and started to read it under the moonlight, and was reminded after reading it that I need to turn to God after reading the first dozen pages or so I prayed and like always something happened that was just enough to give me some encouragement, but I ended up having the most vivid dreams where I had confrontations with my family where I was trying to seek answers and they were dismissing me like usual with the typical labels of sensitive or overreacting, even though I saved all their lives many times by putting my brain and body in harm's way to protect them from my bipolar older brother, and I woke up at 3:30 kicking my limbs around in a rage and I had a mini nervous breakdown where I was heave crying, and filled up about 8 paper towels of snot and tissue, but I started praying and journaling I and felt immediately better, and I'm doing good today and so much better and I'm actually feeling optimistic, but had I not turned to God I would be so broken. Enough about me though, the church was so awesome, and I saw so many kind people with niceness in their eyes and what a great energy that was there, not just from the speakers, but from people attending. I was going to write for people to pray for me but instead because God always heals me and makes me stronger like a bone that is broken when I am broken I will instead ask people to pray for lost sheep like my family who have rejected God in place of their egos. God bless Anyone who reads this and God bless everybody who's hurting and know that God can heal your Brokenness because I have been broken so many times in so many ways and have nothing but God, but that's more than enough and I feel whole now and I know I will be broken again but the next time that happens I'm not going to entertain negative thoughts I'm going to go straight to God and start praying.

Love this place! I travel a long way to come and visit, but can't recommend this church enough. Solid teaching, great tunes, you can really feel the presence of God and the community is so lovely. Really recommend if you're searching to give this place a go.

This church is not just a church…it is a place where the presence of the Lord dwells. You just have to experience it for yourself. So grateful for the way God moves here and the amazing people who work and serve at Bethel. Hope to get to visit here again one day! Incredible place with beautiful views of the mountains and hills. The house of prayer and the beautiful gardens and waterfalls are peaceful and just walking around anywhere on the campus is so beautiful. 🥹🤩😍😍😍

Wow! This church is great and so beautiful! It's kinda scary to start a new church but they bring you right into the community! Once you become a member, perform the ritual and harvest the bloodfiend for the first time, it all becomes clear! This isn't a cult, it's a revolution of light against dark. All hail the bringer of light and knowledge! The defiler shall cleanse your essence and birth the new reapers! HAIL DEEP THANATOS!

So recently, my sweet wife and I visited Bethel Church. We drove over five hours from Central Oregon just to have a time of spiritual refreshment from being in a weary season and I cannot tell you how blessed and encouraged. We were to attend the weekend service and the prayer time on Saturday morning at this time, my spouse and I we are experiencing homelessness because of inflation in the economy and we were treated no differently at the church then if we were rich and had a lot of money, we were not looked down upon or treated any differently or people felt sorry for us. It was such a refreshing experience And it helped us tremendously in so many ways physically mentally spiritually and emotionally cannot say enough good things about Bethel Church in Redding, California.

The first service we attended was a baptism service. People were publicly repenting of, and forsaking, new age practices while being baptized into new life in Christ. Worship was wonderful! The next day Bill Johnson preached a service on repentance and stewarding your heart. Lou Engel was also there preaching about communion. I personally enjoyed reading all the negative reviews on here because Jesus said that that people would say those sorts of things about the people who follow Him (and they also said Jesus was a blasphemer who had a demon). We visited about a year ago, but I thought I’d leave a review after all the bad press they’ve been getting lately. Just goes to show you can’t believe everything you read on the internet.

Thoroughly enjoyed the worship, fellowship and Bible-based teaching. Alabaster Box was incredibly peaceful space. Beautiful grounds.

Beautiful place to just sit and relax. The river flowing below has a wide bank and feels magical with the water stream resembling raindrops on the surface. It's pretty cool on a summer evening. Lots of people (not overcrowded) and friendly families around. The car park is extremely close, so it's not much of a hassle to walk it up.

Do visit this place if you visit Redding. The whole bridge is lit up at night making it a surreal experience. They also have bikes and scooters that you can rent. Bike rentals felt cheaper than the scooters. Many scenic trails besides the river. So take your time and have fun exploring the place. Sunday they had the farmers market setup.

This cool, architectural wonder in Redding is at Turtle Bay Exploration Park is super cool. Use the QR code at the beginning for an audio guided tour with lots of cool information as you walk across. On the other side is an Arboretum and Botanical garden. The audio tour says that the bridge is lit up at night... how cool is that!

The Sundial Bridge is a beautiful spot with a great view of the water. It’s a relaxing place to walk, and there’s plenty for kids to enjoy. The nearby museum and park make it even better, offering both fun and learning opportunities. A wonderful place for a family outing. After parking there is a nice river and picnic area as well but it’s not clean space while I visited,this area isn’t connected to the bridge so not to worry!

A must visit place in Redding CA. The city has done an amazing job if constructing a unique educational piece of marvel. Enjoy the gorgeous views of sunset over Sacramento river. The majestic size of sundial is a landmark if Redding.

The Redding Sundial Bridge is a magnificent engineering masterpiece. It is the largest working sundial in the world that is most accurate during the solstices and its shadow accurately tracks time daily from approximately 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The Sundial Bridge was designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. The walkway has stunning views of the Sacramento River with all its wildlife and spectacular scenic views of the mountains.

Very beautiful bridge day and nite. The only down side was there isn't much other things to do around, which makes our driving distance of about 4 hours each way not really worth it. I'd say it's a great attraction if you live closer or if you are on the way to somewhere else on a road trip, or here for hiking or rafting. The hotel right next to it is not worth it's value. I would recommend to stay a little further and save some money. The only value of it was the walking distance to the bridge. (Star did not deduct for this cause the main review was for the attraction)

Great animal show! We loved the butterfly exhibit and the parrots! Perfect place to bring children, or like us a day time date. I recommend going early to beat the heat.

A Magical Night at Glowing Wild – Redding’s Radiant Hidden Gem If you’re looking for a night of wonder, beauty, and unforgettable memories in Redding, look no further than Glowing Wild. This lantern festival is unlike anything else in Northern California—an awe-inspiring blend of art, nature, and light that feels straight out of a fairytale. From the moment you step through the entrance, you're transported into a dreamlike world filled with giant illuminated sculptures. Towering tigers, graceful dolphins, luminous butterflies, and glowing floral arches line the walking paths, each more breathtaking than the last. The colors are vivid, the craftsmanship is exquisite, and the atmosphere is pure magic. What makes Glowing Wild truly special is how it transforms the familiar landscape of Turtle Bay and the McConnell Botanical Gardens into something otherworldly. The lanterns are perfectly placed to complement the natural surroundings, and as the sun sets, the entire area begins to glow with warmth and wonder. The iconic Sundial Bridge lit up in the background only adds to the surreal beauty.

We enjoyed our visit inside with several exhibits from fish to Legos to a steam punk special. Small but fresh and well curated. The outside was even more special with playgrounds, reptile house, and our favorite the buddies! 😍

What a fun family trip!! We are from southern Oregon and decided to check out Redding for the first time, with this being our first stop… and it did NOT disappoint!!! Everybody had an amazing time, my daughter is 12 and my son is 5 and both of them said that it was the best day. Beautiful well maintained landscaping and animal enclosures, extremely friendly staff. Tons of free giveaway stuff, perfect entertainment for the little ones! You can feed parrots - so fun! And during season you can go inside the butterfly house. It was extremely hot and humid when we went, it would have been nice if they had misters along the walkway/benches but other than that, such a fun memorable experience and we will definitely be back!!! Highly recommend

The park is 5 stars easy, very beautiful area, the museum I would give 3.5. It's interesting, not too big but I liked the birds and was there was a Steam Punk exhibit which was nice. The remaining areas were nice but somewhat limited. Some of the animals are in rather small enclosures. It's a bit expensive for a family visiting and maybe getting a souvenir or two. Older kids may get bored after an hour and for $22 each it would not be worth it. I recommend going to the park, hiking, enjoying the bridge, nature, and the many wild animals you can find in the park. I saw deer and a skunk among other things.

This experience was amazing. There are so many things to do included in the admission fee. Our favorites were the dinosaur exhibit, butterfly house, and the bird house. Aside from the favorites everything else was great also. Something fun is that most of the exhibits have things for kids to touch. Hands on learning is when my daughter has the most fun so I appreciated this experience.

This place was amazing! Outdoor play areas and shows teaching kids about the wildlife in the park and within the area. The highlight for my kids were the butterfly conservatory and the parrot house - the kids got to look at both close up and really enjoyed identifying the different types. The train was also fun, and takes you over the Sundial bridge, which is beautiful! There's plenty of parking and the staff were really friendly and helpful. All in all, a good full day of fun with the kids :)