The Far North Travel Guide
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Fodor's Northern California 2013
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The wondrous landscape of California's northeastern corner, relatively unmarred by development, congestion, and traffic, is the product of volcanic activity. At the southern end of the Cascade Range, Lassen Volcanic National Park is the best place to witness the Far North's fascinating geology. Beyond the sulfur vents and bubbling mud pots, the park owes much of its beauty to 10,457-foot Mt. Lassen and 50 wilderness lakes.
The Far North Hotels
Aside from the large chain hotels and motels in Redding and Chico, most accommodations in the Far North blend rusticity, simplicity, and coziness. Rooms...read more
The Far North Restaurants
Redding, the urban center of the Far North, and college-town Chico have the greatest selection of restaurants. Cafés and simple eateries are the...read more
Things To Do in The Far North
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
Travel Deals in The Far North
- Chico Savings! Book 3 Nts in Aug at Super 8 Chico Fr $78+/Nt Expedia
- Save at 3-Star Residence Inn Chico: $155 & Up in Aug Expedia
- $22.30 & up : Economy rentals in Chico Hotwire
- Book Now & Save! Redding Fr $118+/Nt — $118 Travelocity
- $23.58 & up : Compact rentals in Chico — $24 Hotwire
The Far North Experiences
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Mother Nature's wonders: California's Far North has more rivers, streams, lakes, forests, and mountains than you'll ever have time to explore... Read more
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You don't need wings to catch the Pacific Flyway. All it takes is a car, a good map, and high-powered binoculars to follow the flight path of... Read more
News & Features
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News, Airlines
US Airways launched a new app for passengers this week, letting them book flights, find airport maps,... Read more
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Trip Ideas
From backpackers to businessmen, luxury seekers to religious pilgrims, all kinds of travelers are draw... Read more
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Trip Ideas
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