Winter Fun
Things to Do Near Redding in Winter
We may be home to year-round sunshine in Redding, but that doesn’t mean you can’t experience a little snow and holiday cheer. We like to switch things up, and when colder temperatures arrive, so does the winter fun! There’s nothing like the first freshly fallen blanket of snow to turn Redding into a true winter wonderland. Snow-capped mountains and parks invite visitors to ski and snowshoe through our natural treasures. You can even hop on a snowmobile, go sledding, or do some ice skating.
Cool Ideas in Redding
You might be wondering, "Does it snow in Redding, CA?" The short answer is yes, occasionally—but the bulk of our snowy fun takes place in the surrounding hills near Mt. Shasta and Mt. Lassen. What you'll notice about our winter recreation areas is the nearly untouched natural beauty. What you won't miss is the cost and crowds of bigger ski resort towns. Redding just might be your new favorite winter escape!
Redding Garden of Lights
Turtle Bay Exploration Park hosts the annual Redding Garden of Lights in November through early January in Redding. Well over a million lights fill more than ten acres to create a truly magical wonderland for children and adults to enjoy.
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Skiing & Snowboarding
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Snowshoeing
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Sledding
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Snowmobiling
Hit the Slopes
Mount Shasta Ski Park has 425 acres of skiable terrain (20% beginner, 55% intermediate, 25% advanced) 32 trails, three triple chairs, and two moving carpet lifts. Snowboarders and tubers can also take advantage of the slopes here. Grab your winter rentals in Redding before heading out to the mountain, but food and lessons are available on-site. Don’t miss their event calendar for fun festivities.
Strap On and Explore
Lassen Volcanic National Park makes walking on water easy with ranger-led snowshoe tours every Saturday and Sunday from January through April. The rangers will even rent you their extra snowshoes for a dollar, teach you how to walk in them, and take you on a stroll through Lassen’s beautiful, snow-blanketed southern corner. Of course, if you’re already pretty steady on snowshoes, you can skip the tour and explore on your own. Bring your own shoes or rent some in Redding. Lassen has several great snowshoeing trails throughout the park. It’s close enough to Redding that you can do a half-day excursion, or go for the whole day and pack your sled, cocoa, and snowman-making kit.
Hills and Thrills
Redding is the ultimate hub for accessing prime sledding territory, with epic hills for all ages and abilities. Just an hour east lies Eskimo Hill, a popular spot off Highway 44 in the Lassen National Forest. Wide open and lined with fire pits, Eskimo welcomes toboggans, tubes, and sleds for an afternoon of snowy runs. Families also flock to Bunny Flat on Mount Shasta’s Everett Memorial Highway, where gentle slopes make it an ideal spot for beginners. More advanced sledders can pick up speed on steeper sections for an adrenaline rush. Pack the car with inner tubes, hot cocoa, and courage to enjoy a memorable day on the slopes.
Speed on a Snowmobile
Enjoy Northern California snowmobiling and get a dose of high-octane adventure this winter. Hundreds of miles of groomed trails, thousands of acres of valleys, vistas, volcanoes, and more await visitors. It’s all nestled around the winter wonderland of Mount Shasta in Northern California in the Klamath, Modoc, and Shasta-Trinity National Forests. Rent on-site or off at Fun Factory Rentals.