Things to do in Lassen & Around
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Lassen Peak
Lassen Peak, the world's largest plug-dome volcano, rises 2000ft over the surrounding landscape to 10,457ft above sea level. Classified as an active volcano, its most recent eruption took place in 1915 when it blew a giant cloud of smoke, steam and ash 7 miles into the atmosphere. The national park was created the following year to protect the newly formed landscape. Some areas destroyed by the blast, including the aptly named Devastated Area, northeast of the peak, are recovering impressively.
Hwy 89, the road through the park, wraps around Lassen Peak on three sides and provides access to the geothermal areas, lakes, picnic areas and hiking trails. It's only possible to…
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Sundial Bridge
Resembling a run-aground (and wildly off-course) cruise ship, shimmering-white Sundial Bridge spans the river vista. Completed in 2004, this impressive glass-deck pedestrian overpass connects Turtle Bay Exploration Park to the north bank of the Sacramento. Designed by renowned Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, the bridge/sundial now attracts visitors from around the world who come to marvel at this unique feat of engineering artistry.
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Jack's Grill
This funky little old-time place is popular with locals (and curious visitors who wonder what all the fuss is about). All the fuss is about steak - big, thick, charbroiled chunks of it. Regulars start lining up for dinner at 16:00, when cocktail hour begins. There are no reservations, so it easily takes an hour for seating… hey, no wait at the bar.
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Mi Pueblito
At the corner of Larkspur south of downtown, and hidden among the many chain giants, this bright, friendly, family-run restaurant serves fresh and authentic Mexican food. The huarraches (a sort of cornmeal turnover stuffed with beans, onions and cheese) are very good; the burritos are fat and juicy.
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Redding Aquatic Center
West in Caldwell Park is the Redding Aquatic Center. This hugely popular center has an Olympic-size pool, another vast recreation pool and a 160ft-long water slide. The opening hours are subject to change.
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Señor Rosas
Run by a couple of gringos, this taco joint isn't authentic, but it's genuinely delicioso. Ingredients are fresh and organic and there are more than a couple of veggie choices on the menu.
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Carnegie's
This hip and homey split-level pubby place serves the healthiest food in town (eg big fresh salads, homemade soup). There's a good selection of beer and wine too. Friday nights get a little rowdy.
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Rene Joule Patisserie
Across from the Cascade Theater, this laidback little café is an excellent choice for breakfast, whether it be gourmet coffee and an oven-fresh muffin or the featured morning egg dish.
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Chu's Too
Though billed as Chinese, more than half the menu is Japanese. Along with all the sweet-and-sour standards there's an impressive fresh-caught array of sushi offerings.
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Breaking New Grounds
With a sort of relaxed yet formal living-room feel, this wi-fi café attracts a cross-section of local folks. Live acoustic music is featured Friday nights.
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Thai Cafe
This is the best of the few Thai places. The menu is extensive and the food very good. The seafood mains (so far from the sea) are surprisingly fresh.
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Cascade Theater
Try to catch some live music downtown at the refurbished 1935 art deco Cascade Theater. If nothing else, take a peek inside; this is a neon-lit gem.
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Park Headquarters
About a mile west of the tiny town of Mineral, it's the nearest stop for refueling and supplies.
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Café at Turtle Bay
The Café at Turtle Bay serves excellent gourmet coffee and great light meals.
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Turtle Bay Exploration Park
A kid-friendly science center.
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