Sundial Bridge
Sundial Bridge
4.5
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Scheduled for completion in Summer 2004, this unusually designed bridge, functioning as a sundial at one end and conveying a sense of weightlessness, connects the north and south campuses of Turtle Bay Exploration Park.
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Miss Rae
Carson City, NV3 contributions
Dec 2019
It certainly is pretty to look at, it is fun to walk and venture along it and the adjoining trails. My little girl and I have made wonderful memories there. There are some issues of the city that can cause a negative reflection of the area ( i.e. homeless, bad elements and such), but it is like that all over places. I love the events that take place there (i.e. lighting the bridge different colors) and have enjoyed photographing it. I personally find spiders to be beautiful and fascinating and love that the bridge provides a place for them. The bridge is pretty, and the nature around it is lovely.
Written 23 March 2020
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Charlie Outlier
Maui, HI33 contributions
Sept 2020
Amazing views from the bridge, cool breeze and fish swimming in the river.
Sundial Bridge spans over the Sacramento River and offers a unique walk across a glass bridge. Plenty of paved walking and bike trails to enjoy and lots of picnic benches with fantastic views.
Sundial Bridge spans over the Sacramento River and offers a unique walk across a glass bridge. Plenty of paved walking and bike trails to enjoy and lots of picnic benches with fantastic views.
Written 29 September 2020
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kevan j
Norman, OK1,503 contributions
June 2023
This is an interesting bridge/work of art, and it is clearly worth checking it out if you're in Redding. Parking was nearby and readily available. It was inexpensive to visit and see and experience (i.e., free). It is also a great example of the silly mixed up values we have in the "art" community. This is essentially a high-priced decoration in a park that oversees the Sacramento River. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy it. I did enjoy walking across the bridge and back. Very nice park.
Written 4 June 2023
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magnoliaeleven
Lewisville, NC4,395 contributions
Apr 2021
The Sundial bridge is located within the Turtle Bay Exploration Park. There is a museum, forestry & wildlife center, arboretum and botanical gardens.
My wife had read something about the bridge and wanted to see it. She also knows I am into architecture and engineering projects.
We parked in the lot nearby and took the short walk to the bridge which spans the Sacramento River. It is a cable stayed bridge with cables extending from only one side of the bank. It spans the river without any supports in the river, only on each side.
It was a nice evening and the bridge is definitely different and cool looking. It also provides access for people to explore other paths.
The glass floor is frosted and does not provide a "see-through" experience to the river below.
Overall if you are in the area we would recommend you check it out. If time allows you can also explore the trails nearby.
My wife had read something about the bridge and wanted to see it. She also knows I am into architecture and engineering projects.
We parked in the lot nearby and took the short walk to the bridge which spans the Sacramento River. It is a cable stayed bridge with cables extending from only one side of the bank. It spans the river without any supports in the river, only on each side.
It was a nice evening and the bridge is definitely different and cool looking. It also provides access for people to explore other paths.
The glass floor is frosted and does not provide a "see-through" experience to the river below.
Overall if you are in the area we would recommend you check it out. If time allows you can also explore the trails nearby.
Written 24 May 2021
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Tour49
The Villages, FL123 contributions
June 2021 • Couples
I’m a big fan of Calatrava’s architecture so loved this. We could have used more time as there are a lot of hiking trails in the area and we just scratched the surface. It did look like the sundial component would work best on June 21.
Written 31 May 2021
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Galeda
Kansas City, MO436 contributions
Apr 2022
NOTE: I'm posting this review under both "Sundial Bridge" and "Turtle Bay Exploration Park", since my comments encompass both.
My siblings and I met in Redding for a family reunion, and before heading out to the coast, we spent the morning at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. What a lovely place! Lots of easy-to-walk, well-groomed nature trails; beautiful foliage; stunning fountains and other creative works; and the bridge itself, which is a marvelous work of art as well as architecture. This portion of the Sacramento River is very pretty, and there’s always wildlife to be seen. It’s a great place to spend a couple of hours, walking and seeing the local flora and fauna.
My siblings and I met in Redding for a family reunion, and before heading out to the coast, we spent the morning at Turtle Bay Exploration Park. What a lovely place! Lots of easy-to-walk, well-groomed nature trails; beautiful foliage; stunning fountains and other creative works; and the bridge itself, which is a marvelous work of art as well as architecture. This portion of the Sacramento River is very pretty, and there’s always wildlife to be seen. It’s a great place to spend a couple of hours, walking and seeing the local flora and fauna.
Written 26 May 2022
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claussie
Hamburg557 contributions
June 2022 • Couples
The Sundial Bridge in downtown Redding is a pedestrian bridge and public art installation which crosses the Sacramento River, linking the north and south parts of the Turtle Bay Exploration Park.
Built in 2004. 700 feet long. It is a working sun dial but you can see that only four hours a day, around noon. Built of steel, glass and granite.
The bridge floor i.e. the deck has translucent glass panels but there are not very clear and transparent.
If you happen to be in Redding you could pay a visit. But it is not a must-see.
Built in 2004. 700 feet long. It is a working sun dial but you can see that only four hours a day, around noon. Built of steel, glass and granite.
The bridge floor i.e. the deck has translucent glass panels but there are not very clear and transparent.
If you happen to be in Redding you could pay a visit. But it is not a must-see.
Written 13 August 2022
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Susan H
Tacoma, WA4,094 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
This is a unique structure and I enjoyed walking across it. It was fun to watch the fishing boats below and the geese with there heads in the water looking for food and their butts in the air. Great peaceful walk over a beautiful river.
Written 20 September 2022
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SeattleReebs
Seattle, WA1,034 contributions
Sept 2022
If you are afraid of spiders don't walk on this bridge. They are EVERYWHERE. However, they leave you alone, so if you aren't afraid, have a great visit to a unique architectural feature.
The bridge is beautiful. We had a pic nic near by and then walked across and back. Totally free parking and free use of the park, so a nice pit stop if you are on the I5 corridor on your way elsewhere.
The bridge is beautiful. We had a pic nic near by and then walked across and back. Totally free parking and free use of the park, so a nice pit stop if you are on the I5 corridor on your way elsewhere.
Written 14 September 2022
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Timothy Y
Redwood City, CA2,168 contributions
July 2022
I've been here 5 times but the last trip was the first time I came at night. It was amazing. We went around 9:30pm and there was barely any people. The bridge was lit up beautifully. This is a bucket list bridge to visit especially at night.
Written 29 July 2022
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Written 4 August 2017
Assuming you have a picture of your dog on the bridge, go to the section on Trip Advisor where you can review the Sundial Bridge and you can download a picture from your computer/phone. You will see towards the bottom of the review where you can click on to download the picture. If this is what you are asking, hope this helps.
Written 5 August 2017
Yes, I saw people walking their dogs. However, be aware that Redding gets very hot! The glass-top bridge temperatures are too hot for dogs feet. (Think of what it would be like to walk barefoot on a hot stove!!!) Please do not take your large dog on days where the temperature is above 85 degrees (the glass gets to be 100+). If you have a smaller dog, they will have to be carried. Whatever you do, DO NOT leave a dog in a hot car for any amount of time!!!!
Written 5 August 2017
mbeall202
Kelseyville, California
I'm a little confused, the attraction representative says all four answers are correct then states they are open 7 days a week 9-5. They answers state museum only open wed-spun. Which is it?
Written 19 July 2015
Sundial Bridge is not part of Turtle Bay Exploration Park. you can walk on the bridge anytime. There is no charge and at night the bridge is lit from under the bridge and the walk area is well lit and patrolled.
Written 23 July 2015
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