Halfway between Sacramento and the Oregon border lies the scenic Tehama County, offering the ultimate in peaceful, leisurely living. The county is in the center of widespread recreational areas which provide various activities such as scenic tours, golfing, boating, hiking, camping, biking, hunting and fishing. The county seat is Red Bluff. The Sacramento River flows through the mid-portion of the county and is known as one of the largest salmon spawning rivers not only in the country but in the world as well. With over 300 miles of trails and Lassen Volcanic National Park only forty-five miles to the east, Tehama County offers unlimited recreational opportunities to its residents and visitors. Five national protected areas are partially within the county’s boundaries, including Mendocino National Forest, Sacramento River National Wildlife Refuge and Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Its friendly communities, small-town feel and great schools make Tehama County an attractive place to live in and study.
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