Sacramento River Trail
Redding, CA

Step into the Gold Rush era in Sacramento and surrounding foothill towns, then visit Northern California’s volcanic marvels and surprising cities. Keep tapping to learn more and find the full itinerary in the link below.

Sacramento, CA

California’s capital revives the Gold Rush era of miners, merchants, and madams in Old Sacramento’s tidy grid of cobblestoned streets and wood-planked sidewalks. Immerse yourself in Golden State history, then get to know Sacramento’s farm-to-fork food scene... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

101 Maple St
Auburn, CA

Thirty miles northeast of Sacramento, Auburn is a prime spot for history and adventure. Visit the grand Auburn Courthouse, a Classical Revival showpiece built atop the town’s highest hill. In its first-floor museum, 192 troy ounces of Placer County gold lie glittering under glass. Find the full itinerary in the link below.

Nevada City

Nevada City, California, United States

In Nevada City, picture-book Victorians buzz with homespun restaurants, chic wine bars, and come-hither shops. End the day in an elegantly remodeled room at the National Exchange Hotel, a Gold Rush charmer overlooking downtown... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

Quincy

Quincy, California, United States

The Feather River flows through Quincy, a friendly Plumas County burg that prides itself on a thriving arts culture and easy access to wild places. Stroll the 17-block Heritage Walk to see some of the town’s historic buildings. The self-guided tour starts at the Plumas County Museum, home to Maidu Native American baskets and pioneer bric-a-brac... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway cuts through its namesake park from south to north, winding past gnarled mountain peaks and dense conifer forests. History takes the long view here: Although volcanic rumblings began about 27,000 years ago, Lassen Peak didn’t erupt until the early 20th century. The now-quiet volcano rests amid a landscape dotted with otherworldly volcanic features: steaming sulfur vents, belching mud pots, boiling thermal pools, and rumbling fumaroles... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

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Mount Shasta, CA

From hundreds of miles away, you can pick out the massive bulk of Mt. Shasta, a sleeping volcanic giant that soars to 14,179 feet. To see the cone-shaped monolith close up, start at the Sisson Meadow trailhead just two blocks from downtown Mt. Shasta City. Walk a boardwalk trail through a wetland framed by mighty Shasta and its imposing neighbors, Mt. Eddy and Black Butte... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

Sacramento River Trail
Redding, CA

Plan to linger a while in Redding, a friendly urban hub on the Sacramento River. Spend half a day at the 300-acre campus of Turtle Bay Exploration Park, where an eco-museum, animal exhibits, and botanical garden offer learning opportunities for all ages. The park is bisected by the spectacular Sundial Bridge, a glass-decked architectural gem that’s one of the world’s largest functioning sundials... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

Corning

Corning, California, United States

In Corning, olives aren’t king, but rather queen. Sevillano or queen olives—the firm, green fruit that tops martinis—have been grown, brined, and canned here since 1897. Taste peppery olive oil at Nash’s Olive Oil or Corning Olive Oil Company, or order a tangy tapenade sandwich at Olive Pit. Explore more of Tehama County’s agricultural bounty by visiting local farms... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

525 Esplanade
Chico, CA

Leafy Chico is home to elm-dotted streets and arcadian Bidwell Park, one of the country’s largest municipal parks. Pay a visit to the grand Bidwell Mansion, bounded by fragrant roses and towering ornamental trees that were planted by Chico’s founder, General John Bidwell. His three-story home, a marvel of 1860s ingenuity, boasted California’s first indoor plumbing... Find the full itinerary in the link below.

Williams

Williams, California, United States

While driving Interstate 5, don’t miss the town of Williams, home to a road-tripper’s landmark: the bountiful deli, restaurant, and gift shop at Granzella’s. More than 400,000 drivers each year pull over here to shop for pickled preserves and fruity jams, to dine on prime rib, or just to marvel at the 10-foot-high stuffed polar bear... Find the full itinerary in the link below.