We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

800 Auditorium Drive, Redding, CA 96099-2360
800-887-8532, 530-243-8850
Website
Update attraction details
Ranked #7 of 20 attractions in Redding
Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas, Science Museums
Owner description: 300 Acres of Fun! A hands-on natural science museum, arboretum & botanical gardens, live animals, summer wildlife show, year-round Parrot Playhouse... more » Owner description: 300 Acres of Fun! A hands-on natural science museum, arboretum & botanical gardens, live animals, summer wildlife show, year-round Parrot Playhouse (lorikeet aviary), walking trails, forestry center and ecology exhibits are all part of our expansive environmental and cultural museum complex. « less
Write a Review

94 reviews from our community

Visitor rating
    42
    30
    14
    3
    5
Date Rating
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

I live in Redding, so I always have a year pass. It is very educational for both kids and adults. They have exhibits that change through out the year. They have wild animals on the grounds that can no longer live in the wild because of damage to them. They put on an animal show, they have a huge avery... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Chico, California
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Wow went with the grandchildren. This is a must see place full of different things to see and do. Be prepared a bit expensive for a family, I was surprised .

Was this review helpful? Yes
Eureka, California
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2013

I've wanted to visit here for a few years and finally did this weekend. I really liked the fish tanks and animals on display. The play area in the Paul Bunyon Camp looks great. I wish the kids would have been on this trip to enjoy the park.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by PapaBear71 for Redding
Grass Valley, California
Senior Contributor
22 reviews 22 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

This was our second visit to Turtle Bay Exploration Park. The first was a hot summer day where we just viewed the bridge and gardens. This time we spent more time on a comfortable spring day. Walked the gardens and enjoyed the museum displays.

Was this review helpful? Yes
N. CA
Senior Contributor
21 reviews 21 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 16, 2013

Always a pleasure to visit this ever changing center. Has so much to offer, every visit you see something new. All ages enjoy visiting the different area of the Center and the attactions close by.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 8 more reviews by tailsoftravel for Redding
SFO
Senior Contributor
40 reviews 40 reviews
15 attraction reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2013

This place is amazing for short trails or hanging around on the wonderful architectural marvel - the sundial bridge.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 3 more reviews by amkibu for Redding
Redding, California
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
4 attraction reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

Take the Kids, enjoy the day, see the wild life, the Butterflys and the birds. Great place to spend the day with the kids or Grandkids. See the Bridge, the River and the Flower Garden at the same time. http:www.Genealogy-101.Com

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by Susan9999_9 for Redding
Contributor
11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 12, 2013

The entire Turtle Bay complex is always enjoyable even when the museum isn't open. The River Trail passes through here, the Sundial Bridge is amazing, and the trail that runs alongside Hwy 44 provides views of bald eagles and their nest (so close to the freeway!). The museum always has great temporary exhibits along with permanent displays. I have always... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Ashland, Oregon
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 1, 2013

We lucked into an Ansel Adams exhibit that was quite simply fantastic. We got a AAA discount on the entry fee and it would have been worth the regular fee @ twice the price. The other parts of the normal exhibits we very interesting and well presented. I particularly enjoyed the large tank of salmon & rainbow trout (fish native... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 6 more reviews by kevinlortie for Redding
Antioch, California
Senior Contributor
26 reviews 26 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2012

Fantastic park for all ages. They changes exhibits frequently. On our recent visit they had a nice Ansel Adams exhibit. The museum has a lot of local history displays and hands on interactive features. Be sure and see the fish feeding frenzy at 10:30 and the lorakeet bird feeding was fun as well.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Ann B for Redding

Travelers who viewed Turtle Bay Exploration Park also viewed

 

Been to Turtle Bay Exploration Park? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Turtle Bay Exploration Park, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing