1. Lassen Volcanic
National Park
We know — it seems odd for a national park to
appear on a list of unique things to do in northern California. However, Lassen Volcanic is
actually one of the most underrated parks in the entire country. It’s often
compared to Iceland, with lava rocks, hissing steam vents, bubbling sulphuric
mud pits, and 10,457-foot-tall Lassen Peak.
2. Ancient
Bristlecone Pine Forest
Near the town of Bishop at over 10,000 feet in
elevation, you’ll find Northern California nature at its finest: an eerily
beautiful forest of gnarled trees. These aren’t just any trees, though —
they’re among the oldest living organisms on the planet. Many are over 4,000
years old!
3. Trees of Mystery
There are many places to see California’s famous redwoods, but how
many of them also have 50-foot-tall statues of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue
Ox? This alone would be worthy of a spot on any Northern California bucket
list, but the redwoods at Trees of Mystery are
equally fantastic. Walk the tree canopies on a suspension bridge, hike the
trails, or ride through the treetops in a gondola.
4. Paddling the
Russian River, Sonoma County
Wine Country is hardly an off-the-beaten-path
destination, but most visitors don’t experience it like this. Head to the
Guerneville stretch of the Russian River, where you can kayak or go
paddleboarding among the vineyards. If you don’t have your own, several
outfitters rent equipment or offer guided trips.
5. McArthur-Burney
Falls
It’s fair to say that the “eighth wonder of the
world” should be on your Northern California bucket list. The 129-foot waterfall near Redding seems to come out of
nowhere in a remote part of the state. Take the short path to the overlook,
then head down to the base of the falls.
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Posted by: Cruise America & Canada RV Rentals Inc
Posted on: 01/05/2026