Requests will be considered first come, first served with at least 14 days in advance for events through September 30, 2019. Some short trails beyond the bridge but we didn't really explore.Listed as a roadside attraction, I stopped on my road trip.
Old Town Sacramento can be super crowded due to its hip hot spots. With upgrades to the lighting system, the color of the bridge deck can be changed to celebrate community or bring awareness to a common cause. The Museum Store & Coffee Bar, located at the Park entrance and Sundial Bridge, provides a selection of beverages, grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, pastries, and snacks for your convenience. Make sure you do the loop! Hotels near Sundial Bridge: (0.14 mi) Sheraton Redding Hotel at the Sundial Bridge (0.87 mi) Travelodge by Wyndham Redding CA (0.68 mi) Thunderbird Lodge (0.90 mi) Bridge House Bed and Breakfast The name Sundial comes more from the single cable stay at the end of the bridge than from any timekeeping facility. I took a weekend trip to this part of Northern CA with two friends who had never been to this area before. Nice bridge a little freaky to cross it was hit so our shoes did slip on the plastic plates it was a nice walk across the Sacramento River you get to see the river on both sides of the bridge once you cross over you can keep on walking along so many different trails we walked around a few of them saw some lizards and spiders and nice nature trees were great we didn't have much shade so we Harare's back to the hotel I would stopWe found this bridge on yelp. It was designed like this to protect the sensitive salmon-spawning habitat below. While world-renowned and environmentally sensitive, Sundial Bridge also inspires onlookers with it's "bird in flight" design, symbolizing overcoming adversity. constructed without river footings to leave the salmon-spawning habitat below undisturbed. Considering that it's free, it's freeway close and easily accessible, and it has clean bathrooms, it's a no-brainer for architecture fans or kids. Check the weather or go early since it tends to get really hot out there in the area from what I was told.
Food and Drink Trails are easy along the River. Things to Do This is a great place to visit and go for a nice walk! For anyone that has never been to Redding, CA (or Shasta County for that matter), the "Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay" is one landmark that I highly recommend visiting. Weather is very nice and always warm in Redding. ... From the first time I came here and every time since I am absolutely amazed! There was a museum and cafe next to it and some middle school kids playing the violin for tips.
For anyone that has never been to Redding, CA (or Shasta County for that matter), the "Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay" is one landmark that I highly recommend visiting. Opened July 4, 2004, the bridge links the north and south campuses of Turtle Bay Exploration Park and serves as a new downtown entrance for Redding’s extensive Sacramento River Trail system. Since the weather had beautiful blue skies, I figure why not see what this bridge was all about.This place is the best! Depending on the event, Turtle Bay may charge additional fees.
I love to come here and just reflect and relax and go for a nice walI wanted only to see and photograph the bridge and was able to do so.
The Sundial Bridge on Friday. Designed by Santiago Calatrava the Sundial Bridge is an architectural marvel! Definitely recommend.So far I have visited the Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco Ca and the Brooklyn Bridge of New York City!!!
One was rather aggressive. Great place for a walk and really peaceful to grab a meal and have it here! The Sundial Bridge on Friday. Hours: Open to public from 6:00 am to 12 midnight daily . Sports You can relax and enjoy either outdoor or indoor seating areas as you listen to your captain’s historical commentary that traces the Gold Rush, Pony Express, and present day.
Very close to the hotel we stayed at. The sundial only works in the summer. Will come back!Very scenic and interesting!! Theres plenty of walking trails, beautiful views of the Sacramento River, and who wouldnt want to see a bridge that can tell you the time? Make sure you see it during the day as well as at night. Redding, Calif., plays host to one of the most amazing examples of a bridge as art in the world. If you're looking for an outdoor activity and get the wiggles out of your kids, pets, spouse or let's be real, yourself, come and walk around. The Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay crosses the Sacramento River in the heart of Redding, California.
We stayed in Redding because it's a gateway city to nearby attractions and the most affordable place to stay in the area.Very unique and interesting bridge to visit if you are in the Redding area. Very unusual structure and cost $24M despite it being a lot smaller than I thought and pedestrian only. It’s covered in ash and debris, but is undamaged. This is a great place to visit and go for a nice walk!
This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalised advertising. Designed by Santiago Calatrava and opened on July 4, 2004, Sundial Bridge is a cantilever spar cable-stayed bridge that carries bicycles and pedestrians over Sacramento River in Redding, California. Be aware that there are homeless people who do sleep along the way.Super cool Bridge. Tour Buses Contact the business for more information about recent service changes. It's on woosah level!! Last time I mentioned to people we were going to Redding, they suggested stopping to see the Sundial Bridge so we decided it was time to see it. Published: July 20, 2006 -- 15:57 GMT (08:57 PDT) Caption by: Bill Detwiler. Spontaneous adventure to Sundial bridge with our bikes.
And now I got a chance to go walk on the Sundial Bridge of Redding Ca which was my very 1st time ever!!! Parking was easy to find and close to the entrance.