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The Sundial Pedestrian Bridge

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Mike

At night, the Sundial Pedestrian Bridge over the Sacramento River in Redding, California, is an architectural beauty that features captivating lighting. In daytime the bridge, which opened in 2004, is a big clock. Yes, the Sundial Pedestrian Bridge actually keeps time. That’s what sundials do, but you never expect it of a footbridge that serves the purpose of a bridge. Part of the fun is walking across its glass bottom.

Loads of outdoors activities in Redding. Don’t miss taking a stroll over the Sundial Bridge — and under it — and sitting on the banks of the river. Careful. The Sacramento River’s currents move swiftly here.

There are plenty of restaurants and hotels nearby, including one (pricey but nice) steps from the bridge. There are cheaper options a short drive away.

The sundial accurately showed it was 1 p.m.
On this day the time is spot on
The right time
Under the bridge at night, sky view
An evening view from the paved path
At night , the bridge cycles through various colors. The illumination is impressive.
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Some info about the bridge
Love this spot! Had it all to myself today (a Monday), but it’s usually busy, especially on weekends
The bridge itself is also normally super crowded, but not on a Monday
Under the bridge, next to the rushing river
Nice spot to get your feet wet

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Salmon Street Springs

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mike

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Also known as the Salmon Street Fountain — at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon, U.S.A. Dedicated in 1988, its three water patterns are controlled by a computer. And in Portland it’s pure summer. When temperatures rise, children (and some adults) can be seen frolicking in the waters to cool off.

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I Hear A Freight Train, Ah Coming…

Posted on August 5, 2022 by Mike
A front row seathttps://youtu.be/hIiw8rwnATI

In cities across the United States, passenger and freight trains crisscross local roads, at all hours of the day in some places. While spending a part of my summer in Portland, Oregon, I’ve chosen an Airbnb in a section of town with its share of trains. Known as the Pearl District, it’s a section of town teeming with shops, restaurants, bars and generally venues that focus on relaxation and fun, day or night.

The Pearl is also heaven for trainspotters. Wait a few minutes and a train — particularly a freight train — will happen by. I absolutely love trains. I could sit and watch them all day — but better to be on them on my way to somewhere than to be sitting in my car waiting for them to allow me to continue on my way. 😁

The Steel Bridge in Portland, Oregon, on which trains cross the Willamette River.

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