Redding, CA is a city located in Northern California near the Sacramento River. Known for its beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities, Redding has become an increasingly popular destination for people looking to take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. From whitewater rafting on the river to exploring the Shasta-Trinity National Forest’s many hiking trails, there is something for everyone in Redding. Those looking to relax can enjoy some of its many hot springs or spend time at one of its parks or museums.
Reviews of Redding have been overwhelmingly positive, with visitors praising it for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty. Visitors are also impressed with the variety of activities offered in this small city, including ample opportunities to explore nature as well as cultural attractions such as museums and galleries. The locals are friendly and welcoming while providing insight into all that Redding has to offer. All in all, Redding is definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a peaceful escape from reality.
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I LOVE Redding!!! - 4/10/2011
Redding is not only beautiful, full of lakes, rivers, streams and snow capped mountains like Shasta and Lassen. The people are very friendly. I've lived here for 30 years and have traveled quite a bit, and I'm always happy to get back to Redding!
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One of the prettiest places for outdoor recreation - 10/24/2010
Redding is one of the prettiest places in California. We are surrounded by mountains and we have miles and miles of hiking, biking and walking trails. We also have lakes and rivers to play on. It's very hot here in the summer and having the mountains and lakes to escape to is a
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STAY AWAY FROM REDDING - 6/29/2010
Ok, orignally moved to Hayward, California from Cincinnati, Ohio...MISTAKE #1. MISTAKE #2 deciding to move out of the city to have an easier life like the one I used to have in Cincinnati. Redding is beautiful but once you get to know it, its a nightmare. Meth heads ARE EVERYWHERE, the cops are lazy and dont want to help you ( i would know because I had the wonderful problem of dealing with a meth head/drunk/insane person threatening my life and constantly trying to fight my boyfriend). I called the police on three different occasions on this druggie and the cops solution? Move. Literally every person I happen to come in contact with was either homeless and on drugs, on welfare and on drugs, or just on drugs. I, personally was accused of being high on meth as well, which is almost comical, but at the same time is not. Because the town is crawling with meth heads everyone assumes you too are on meth. On top of the drug problem, the homeless problem, the crap job market and the rude
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Nice place to live and raise a family - 1/15/2010
I lived in Redding for 15 years and raised my children there also. It is a nice community and even though it is growing, it has a small town feel, so be careful who you talk about as most people are related and/or know each other. But all in all it is a great place to live. Sorry I had to leave but it is the only place in California I would return to if I was to move back to the west coast. Lovely people, places, things to do, and even the weather is not bad in the heat of the Summer.
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Economy and Culture - 1/7/2010
If you need employment, there are no actual industries in Redding - mostly small business, retail, 2 hospitals, medical offices and a very small percentage of government employees. Redding is behind the rest of the large cities in California by at least 15 years. Elected officials have not brought in a 4 year college or encouraged industry to stay to provide jobs. It may be a good place to raise kids or retire but a real struggle to make a living here. The population is not diverse culturally and is quite provincial with strong conservative political views and traditional American family values. The summers are incredibly hot - temps often reaching 105+ for most of the summer thus heating and cooling utility bills will run fairly
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weatehr - 9/15/2009
I dont live there but ive been there and the heat is
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The little things are worth it - 6/21/2009
I grew up in Redding, I moved to los angeles 4 years ago. I miss it so much. I just got married and my spouce and i want to move back but with the job market the way it is we are finding it hard to take that leap. but in LA you dont have trees and trails no rain at all( you relize how you like the rain when there isnt any ever) I miss the lake yeah we have the ocean GROSS!! the beach is dirty and people dont care about there trash. you cant walk down the street with out watching you back, and so much more thing you cant do in LA that you can in redding its worth giving up a few things that LA has that redding doent to be
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Lakehead California Economic , population statisti - 10/10/2008
Although the city section of this Web Page dosen't have lakehead california on it , Redding California is the closest large city so I put it in order to continue this.
I am writing this in regards to LAKEHEAD , CALIFORNIA . Your webpage comes back with a population that is wrong, job rate is wrong, basically other than lakehead is in california everything is incorrect.
Lakehead California is in dire straits. Even the childrens school closed last year becasue there are not enough children there to keep it open. Lakehead California is on the Federal Census Bureau watch list because of it's 50% drop in population over the past ten years. There are not 1500 people living there.
Almost every buisness on Main Street is in financial trouble and/or up for sale. Nothing in the Lakehead area has improved in the past 40 to 50 years. Everything except Lakehead Lodge (which got painted and semi remodeled by an individual that did the best he could) is run down and very un
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Living in Redding - 8/16/2008
Well, if you like a growing city then Redding is the place for you. Me personally, I'm not wild about it. Redding has lots of outdoor activities available. Kayaking on our beautiful lakes, skiing/snowboarding on beautiful Mt. Shasta, boating, hiking, horseback riding, etc. And that is what has brought so many people here. As a result of so many people coming here the crime has gone up dramatically (in my opinion), people are not as friendly anymore (city people bringing their attitudes with them), it's crowded everywhere you go, and jobs are hard to come by/keep. It's kind of a country setting, which is nice if you're into that kind of thing (wholesome way of life). This is all just the opinion of someone who has been here their whole life of course. You may love Redding!
...don't underestimate the summers here either.. they are HOT HOT HOT!!!
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