Castle Crags State Park
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This park experiences heavy crowds, especially on weekends.
Check out the similar parks below for a better experience
Very crowded, parking fills up early
Best: Visit in off-season or try alternatives
Spectacular 6,000-foot granite spires tower over the Sacramento River canyon, creating one of Northern California's most dramatic landscapes. The Crags Trail climbs through forest to the base of these ancient plutonic formations, offering views of Mount Shasta. The park's 4,300 acres encompass diverse forests from oak woodland to subalpine fir. Excellent rock climbing, fishing in the Sacramento River, and swimming make this a multi-season destination. A geologic wonder between Redding and Mount Shasta.
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Sugar Pine Point State Park
Lake Tahoe's largest state park with 2 miles of pristine lakefront and historic Ehrman Mansion.
Why go: Similar alpine terrain, forest, hiking experience
Around 187 miles away
