If you’re searching for an ultimate summer day trip in Northern California, you probably want something very unique. I mean, who wants to do the same things all the time? Well, you’re in luck! Part nature center, museum, and cultural center, Turtle Bay Exploration Park offers something for the entire family.

Located in Redding along the Sacramento River, Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a multi-entity attraction offering something for everyone.
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A wonderful Northern California cultural attraction, the park encompasses some 300 acres of fun.
Explore and learn about the area’s flora at the McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens.
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Located on the north side of the park, it features a one-mile walking trail loop, several different themed botanical gardens, a plethora of native trees and plants, and a nursery.
The museum showcases memorabilia covering a wide array of topics through permanent and changing exhibits.
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The history and science gallery spaces are extensive, offering numerous hands-on activity experiences for kids of all ages.

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One of the most popular gallery spaces is the Dam to Bridge.
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Here you will learn about the evolution of industry and life along the Sacramento River, as well as the engineering feats added over the years to facilitate commerce and leisure travel in the area.
There are several fun playgrounds at Turtle Bay.
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The Babe’s Corral Playground, as well as the Forest Adventure Playground, are forest themed and tailored toward different ages and abilities.
Walking along The Sundial Bridge is one of the most popular activities here.
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This stunning architectural bridge for pedestrians only crossing the Sacramento River in the heart of the city is one of the Sacramento River Trail system anchors.

Other entities at Turtle Bay Exploration Park include a Parrot Playhouse, Forest Amphitheater, Wildlife Woods, and steam engine, just to name a few.

Have you Turtle Bay Exploration Park? If so, we’d love to see your photos and hear about your experience there.

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Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA 96001, USA