Part Nature Center And Part Museum, Turtle Bay Exploration Park Is The Ultimate Summer Day Trip In Northern California
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.

A wonderful Northern California cultural attraction, the park encompasses some 300 acres of fun.

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 history and science gallery spaces are extensive, offering numerous hands-on activity experiences for kids of all ages.

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.

The Babe’s Corral Playground, as well as the Forest Adventure Playground, are forest themed and tailored toward different ages and abilities.

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.
If you’re looking for other exciting animal encounters in Northern California, be sure to check out Vision Quest Ranch.
Address: Turtle Bay Exploration Park, 844 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding, CA 96003, USA