Turtle Bay Exploration Park, Science museum and zoo in Redding, United States.
Turtle Bay Exploration Park spans multiple areas with exhibits dedicated to wildlife, science, regional history, and botanical gardens along the Sacramento River.
The park established its educational programs in the 1950s, expanding over decades to include a museum, arboretum, and the Sundial Bridge crossing.
Native American artifacts and regional art collections showcase Northern California's heritage through permanent exhibitions and seasonal displays in the museum.
The park maintains operating hours from Tuesday through Sunday, with guided tours available for both the museum collections and botanical gardens sections.
The McConnell Arboretum features Mediterranean climate plants across 200 acres, connected to the main campus by the glass-decked Sundial Bridge.
Location: Redding
GPS coordinates: 40.58878,-122.37548
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
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