Located in Shasta County up in the northern part of the state, Redding, officially known as the City of Redding, is the biggest city in California's Shasta Cascade region and one of the largest cities in the Sacramento Valley. Known as 'The Jewel of Northern California', this city is considered something of a hidden gem by the tourists and travelers who have been lucky enough to visit. Founded by a pioneer named Pierson B. Reading, the city currently stretches out to cover a little over 61 square miles and has a population of more than 91,000 people.

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Redding has an interesting history, mostly surrounding copper and iron mining, and enjoys lots of sunshine and warm temperatures for large parts of the year. It's home to some stunning architecture, most notably seen at the Cascade Theatre and Carnegie Library, as well as some interesting museums and fascinating examples of open air art like the Sundial Bridge at Turtle Bay and the Sculpture Park at City Hall.

Other interesting sites in the Redding area include the highly popular Whiskeytown Lake and surrounding Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, a wonderful place to spend some time for people of all ages. Overall, Redding, CA is a great place to visit, especially if you're doing a road trip or RV journey all around Northern California, and there are lots of highly rated RV parks and campgrounds to be found in and around the city itself. See below for full details and contact info for all of the best RV parks in Redding.

- Premier RV Resorts - 280 Boulder Dr, Redding, CA 96003, Phone: 530-246-0101

Boasting various locations in the Western United States, Premier RV Resorts is one of the top names to trust if you're staying in the city of Redding, CA. Situated in a prime, quiet spot, not too far from the center of the city and all of its restaurants, shops, and attractions, Premier RV Resorts really stands out for the quality of its customer service and the excellence of its facilities. The people behind this particular RV park have really gone above and beyond the call of duty, making extra special efforts to ensure that every guest has the best possible time. With a perfect 10-10-10 Good Sam rating, you know you'll have a great time at this Redding RV Park.

Premier RV Resorts in Redding features big rig friendly sites to cater to all shapes and models of motor home. The sites are fitted with cable TV, 20/30/50-amp power, free Wi-Fi, and even free newspaper deliveries each morning in addition to the standard utilities you would expect. The RV park itself also has a long list of fun features like a DVD library, a regular library, two dog parks, a swimming pool, a full concierge service, volleyball courts, a fire pit, a play area for young children, spotless bathrooms, excellent showers, coin operated laundry machines, a gift shop selling essential items and souvenirs, and shady spots provided by the many trees growing all over the park.

- Sacramento River RV Park - 6596 Riverland Dr, Redding, CA 96002, Phone: 530-365-6402

A very warm welcome will be waiting to greet you and your fellow travelers at Sacramento River RV Park, one of the top rated RV parks in all of Redding. Situated towards the southern side of the city, this aptly named RV park is located right on the banks of the famous Sacramento River. It's about a 4-mile drive from the center of Redding, so you can be in the city and enjoying the various attractions and sites of interest in a matter of minutes, able to retreat to a comfortable, quiet, relaxing location in the evenings.

Sacramento River RV Park is located on 45 acres of land, offering direct access out onto the river for kayaking, fishing, and other fun activities that people of all ages can enjoy. Definitely one of the better campgrounds and RV parks in the area, the Sacramento River RV Park offers spacious, pull-thru sites, full utilities, a swimming pool, tennis court, shady spots, a boat ramp, and more. It also provides wireless internet to all guests, as well as hot showers, private restrooms, a fishing pond, a disc golf course, a pet zone, and a horseshoe pit. You'll find everything you need at this RV park, with daily rates starting at just $38.

- Mountain Gate RV Park and Cottages - 14161 Holiday Rd, Redding, CA 96003, Phone: 530-275-4600

If you're heading to Redding to be surrounded by nothing but peace and quiet, escaping from the hustle and bustle of city life and feeling at one with nature, you'll fall in love with Mountain Gate RV Park and Cottages. Situated in a breathtaking spot of land, surrounded by forest and mountain views, this RV park really stands out for the sheer aesthetic beauty of its location. It's also a fully safe and secure park in which you and your fellow RV travelers can feel totally at ease at all times.

With low rates and discounts offered to AAA and Good Sam Club members, Mountain Gate RV Park is a good option for people looking to keep their costs down too, and it's conveniently located near several major sites of interest like Mount Shasta, Lake Shasta, Turtle Bay, Whiskeytown Lake, and the Lake Shasta Caverns, so if you're interested in getting out and about and making the most of each day, you'll find a lot to do only a short drive from this RV park The park itself offers high speed Wi-Fi internet, over 100 sites, paved roads, 20/30/50-amp service, pull-thru spaces, a convenience store selling many useful items, clean showers and restrooms, a pet park, a clubhouse for fun and games, a swimming pool, a communal fire pit, constant site management, coffee and breakfast snacks served each morning, and a hot tub.

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