Mt. Shasta Caves, Art, Olives & Outlets $26 per person
Shasta Caverns, Shasta Outlets, Siskiyou County Museum, Brown Trout Gallery, Tehama County Museum, The Olive Pit, and the Turtle Bay Exploration Park.
The surrounding counties at the feet of Mt. Shasta represent some the most scenic countryside of Northern California. Whether you're in the fields of the olive and almond farms or hiking through the brooks and foothills of Mt. Shasta, this is California like you've never seen it!
The Shasta Caverns - Admission. With a boat ride across Shasta Lake, a scenic bus ride to the cavern entrance, and a one hour guided tour through the caverns; Lake Shasta Caverns is "Three Adventures in One!" Your adventure begins with a boat ride across the beautiful waters of Shasta Lake on a 65 foot catamaran. Your boat captain will speak briefly about Shasta Lake and the geography surrounding the McCloud Arm of the lake, as well as some of the facts about the area. You may even catch a glimpse of a Great American Bald Eagle on your journey!
The second adventure is our scenic bus ride. Enjoy the atmosphere as you ride in comfort to the cavern entrance. Along the way you may spot a Bald Eagle, Osprey, Falcon, Mountain Lion, Bobcat, Black Bear, or Black-Tailed Deer. You will also enjoy the variety of foliage we have here including the native Manzanita, Red Bud, and other examples of exclusive Northern California wildlife. When you reach the cavern entrance your guide will explain the history of the caverns, its discovery, and the formation of limestone caverns. When you enter the caverns you will be in awe at the beauty that surrounds you. As you turn each corner, a different surprise awaits you in the form of beautiful calcite crystal formations! You'll soon realize you didn't buy enough film or large enough memory card to capture this wonderful creation of Mother Nature!
Hours:
Summer (Memorial Day thru Labor Day) Every 1/2 hour from 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
April, May, September, every hour from 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
October through March, 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM.
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas. During winter months tours may be canceled due to high winds, ice, snow, and tours with less than 2 patrons.
20359 Shasta Caverns Road, Lakehead. Tel. (530) 238-2341.
Shasta Outlets/California Welcome Center - Stop by the California Welcome Center located at the Shasta Outlets and pick-up your passport to savings as well as all the northern Californian tourist information you may need to make the most of your journey!. Anderson California Welcome Center, Anderson 1699 Highway 273 Anderson, California 96007 Tel: (530) 365-1180. Directions: Located 10 miles south of Redding.
Bonus Tip 1: The Olive Pit, Corning - Free Olive Tasting! Corning is the "olive capital of the world", visit the The Olive Pit for an incredible selection of delicious olives, almonds, candy, dried fruit and an outstanding selection of olive oil and gift baskets. Try the snack bar for lunch with a casual menu. Enjoy $1.00 off any quart (16 or 20 oz) jar of olives. Additionally get a free tote bag and postcard with $40 plus purchase in honor of the Olive Pits 40th Anniversary! Open daily from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. 2156 Solano St. Corning. Tel. (530) 824-4667.
Bonus Tip 2: Tehama County Museum, Tehama - Free admission. The Tehama County Museum preserves and exhibits artifacts that represent the cultural heritage of Tehama County. Exhibits include early agriculture, Native American Indians - Yana and Nomlaki, and early transportation. It is open year-round on Saturdays and Sundays from 1-4pm. Located on the corner of 3rd and C Streets in Tehama. Tel. (530) 384-2420 or (530) 384-2595
Bonus Tip 3: Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Redding - Discount admission. Turtle Bay Exploration Park is a sprawling 300-acre campus filled with educational and entertaining activities all focused on the interpretation of the relationship between humans and nature. Spanning the Sacramento River and linked by the Sundial Bridge, the Park tells the story of the region and its people. Features include: McConnell Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay Turtle Bay Museum, Visible River Aquarium, and the River Lab. Get $2 discount off regular admission ($12/adult)
Summer Hours (March - October) 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily.
Winter Hours (November - February) 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily. (Closed Tuesdays) McConnell Gardens at Turtle Bay March through October: 7 a.m. to dusk. November through February: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. West end Gate Entrance to McConnell Gardens (located on Arboretum Drive, off North Market Street) Open Daily! March through October: 7 a.m. to dusk November through February: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 840 Auditorium Drive, Redding. Tel. (800) TURTLEBAY (800-887-8532) or 530-243-8850.
Bonus Tip 4: Brown Trout Gallery, Dunsmuir - 2 for 1 coffees and 10% off any purchase over $10 at the gallery! The Brown Trout is your gift, garden, fashion, and coffee resource. The Brown Trout Gallery Cafe next door serves up the best organic (and Fair-trade!) coffee and espresso drinks in the area. Also serving freshly baked pastries, bagels, it's a terrific atmosphere perfect for hanging out with friends and family! Take a peek! So, whether it's garden gifts, tools and ideas; books and music, women's clothing, cards, Burt's Bees or just a unique and memorable shopping experience, The Brown Trout will leave an impression.
Hours: Across from the Rail yard. Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 5841 Sacramento Avenue, Dunsmuir. Tel. (530) 235-0754.
Bonus Tip 5: Siskiyou County Museum, Yreka - Free admission. The museum features exhibits detailing Siskiyou County's colorful history from Indian cultures to 20th century themes. The museum is an interpretive center which includes exhibits, programs, and a research library. 910 South Main St., Yreka. Tel. (530) 842-3836.Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Anderson California Welcome Center, Anderson
1699 Highway 273
Anderson, California 96007
(530) 365-1180
Shasta Outlets/California Welcome Center - Stop by the California Welcome Center located at the Shasta Outlets and pick-up your passport to savings as well as all the northern Californian tourist information you may need to make the most of your journey!. Anderson California Welcome Center, Anderson 1699 Highway 273 Anderson, California 96007 Tel: (530) 365-1180. Directions: Located 10 miles south of Redding.
Brown Trout Gallery, Dunsmuir - 2 for 1 coffees and 10% off any purchase over $10 at the gallery! The Brown Trout is your gift, garden, fashion, and coffee resource. The Brown Trout Gallery Cafe next door serves up the best organic (and Fair-trade!) coffee and espresso drinks in the area. Also serving freshly baked pastries, bagels, it's a terrific atmosphere perfect for hanging out with friends and family! Take a peek! So, whether it's garden gifts, tools and ideas; books and music, women's clothing, cards, Burt's Bees or just a unique and memorable shopping experience, The Brown Trout will leave an impression.
Hours: Across from the Rail yard. Hours: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 5841 Sacramento Avenue, Dunsmuir. Tel. (530) 235-0754.
