Situated at the north end of the Sacramento Valley, natural beauty and endless recreation opportunities abound. The Sacramento river winds its way through the city of Redding, offering both fishing and boating fun, as well as inviting nature trails. U.S. Highway 299 connects Redding with California's coast to the west, and State Highway 44 connects the city to the east.

Located just 15 miles south of Shasta Lake on I-5, Redding's population is approx. 80,000 people and offers a spectrum of entertainment including shopping malls, night clubs, movie theaters, miniature golf, bowling alleys, and fine dining. A number of fairs and community festivals are held throughout the year.

Museums include The Carter House Natural Science Museum as well as the Redding Museum of Art and History, and The Schreder Planetarium offers a nice change of pace with showings each Friday night. Both natural beauty, with Mt. Shasta visible to the north, Mt. Lassen visible to the east, and the Trinity Alps offering the viewer spectacular sunsets to the west, as well as abundant cultural activities make Redding your Recreation Destination.