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REDDING , CA
At this point in the year , you probably find yourself forgetting what sunshine felt like . Winter was long , and very , very wet , which made it hard to go outside and play . But spring is coming , and nowhere is that more exciting than in Redding , CA ! The best thing about being the sunniest city on the west coast is that no matter how rainy things get everywhere else , there ’ s always a warm , bright day coming up in Redding . And this is a city that takes full advantage ! Lakes , rivers , and trails abound , so you can shake off the weary winter with your paddle , fly rod , bike , or just your feet . Plan your visit to Redding around Whiskeytown National Recreation Area ’ s annual Waterfall Week , in mid-April , celebrating the park ’ s four beautiful falls and the scenic hiking trails around them . Visit the McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens , adjacent to Turtle Bay Exploration Park , and stroll across the
glass-decked Sundial Bridge , stretching over the Sacramento River and up into the sky . If the thought of spring revs your engine , get to Redding in time to see 2,000 classic cars roll through town as part of Kool April Nites ’ annual celebration of all things vintage , April 22-30 . Explore eco-friendly products and projects at the Whole Earth and Watershed Festival , a huge exhibition of conservation efforts and allages entertainment , April 22 . Athletes can get their RDA of Vitamin D in Redding thanks to paddling races , regattas , trail marathons , mountain bike races , and even the Color Vibe 5K . Redding is stocked with hotels , restaurants , entertainment , and shopping , so you can bring the whole crew out into the sun . Leave the umbrellas and galoshes at home , just pack a little sunscreen and a lot of energy ! Redding , California : Any Adventure , Any Day .
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