I am from Reno and anything over 65 degrees is considered summer-ish. Redding doesnt have much to do when it isnt "summer time". I think the city as a whole doesnt consider it summer until July.I will say though that due to the lack of other activities this is a great little journey to take. The Sacramento River still looks great despite a state-wide drought. The river boasts TONS of trails and nature viewing. My son and I walked 5 miles up and down the river and saw tons of great people and viewed lots of nature. We did not walk every trail that we could have. This is a place to go and just soak in a great walk/jog/run/bike ride. You will enjoy quite a few places to be able to walk down and skip rocks or have a picnic.Go and enjoy for as long or as little as you like!
If it wasn't for the river Redding would be just another place to stop along I-5. During the summer even the locals utilize the numerous spots along the river to cool off and enjoy a picnic. Wouldn't recommend swimming though, that sucker is COLD.
I enjoyed seeing the section of the Sacramento River which is in Redding. The Sacramento River is 447 miles.In the Sacramento River area of Redding, I enjoyed hiking on some trails, walking across Sundial Bridge, seeing some ducks and other wildlife. The other section of Sacramento River where we spend a lot of time is in Sacramento, the capitol city of California. In that area, we have enjoyed exploring the Sacramento River by renting boats. We have had picnics. There are delightful areas to visit there such as Old Town Sacramento.For the Redding section, we also visited Turtle Bay Exploration Park.
You will definitely enjoy a trip around the Sacramento River. There are too many attractions: Shasta dam is an amazing construction; Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay is one of the cutest and most beautiful bridges you have ever seen; a boat cruise is a wonderful sightseeing option; a snowshoe tours at Lassen National Park nearby will add more fun for sure, …
2 day guided fly fishing trip from The Fly Shop in Redding. Given the drought conditions, the fishing was excellent. Guides are very knowledgeable and put us on fish all day. great fun!
It's beautiful along the river. Very hot in the afternoon and the water is really cold, so plan accordingly.
Best river park I have visited. Especially for a small town. Walking, running, biking, picnicing or merely watching the river, it has it all. With a CA license, fishing too! Great kid's playground areas. Plenty of parking, but no RV parking.
The Sacramento River is the heart of Redding. It flows through the middle of the city and provides recreation all year round. Great boating, fishing and scenic views.
Quiet, peaceful and relaxing! Great river to drift down, by raft, kayak, drift boat, etc. Wonder large trout to catch for dinner or catch and release. World renowned trophy fishing!
We enjoyed the wildlife...mama swan with her five babies and River otters playing. The River where we were was so peaceful.