Put on some red, white, and blue and head out to see the fireworks! We've compiled a list of some of the
best spots to view fireworks in California. We know cities all over California will be showing off their best and brightest fireworks. Hopefully we've included a city near you!
California Firework Viewing Hot Spots
See some of the best fireworks in Northern California from the Mt. Shasta Resort (a $2 fee) or sit on the beach at the Lake Siskiyou Campground.

From mtshastafireworks.com
Eureka
Directed over Arcata Bay, the best place to view these fireworks is from the Eureka boardwalk area.

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Redding
View the fireworks show from Caldwell Park.

Flickr by Joey Gannon
Sacramento
A great show at the
CalExpo Miller Lite Grandstand (Fairgrounds). Admission is free though parking is $10.

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These fireworks can be viewed (for free) from a spot on the beach overlooking the lake (suggested that you can park and walk to the beach).

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Vallejo
Spend some time at
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and see some amazing fireworks.

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San Francisco
There are many firework shows in San Francisco, but some of the best places mentioned for firework viewing are:
- Pier 39 in (watch from Embarcadero or Fort Mason)
- Indian Rock
- Marine Headlands
- For Miley
- Sausalito's show (just north of the Golden Gate Bridge on Richardson Bay)

Flickr by David Yu
Santa Cruz
Apparently, Santa Cruz puts on quite the explosive Firework show with illegal fireworks!

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Santa Barbara
Set off from West Beach, these fireworks last almost 20 minutes and are said to be an amazing show.

Flickr by Angela Sevin
Pismo Beach
View from Oceano Dunes and come prepared to camp for the best spot available.

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Clovis
Join the Freedom Fest and see fireworks from the Buchanan High School in Clovis ($5 fee).

From E.A. Creative Photography
Los Angeles
Hollywood Bowl Fireworks Spectacular with Steve Marin and The Steep Canyon Rangers. A night you won't soon forget.
Grand Park at the LA Civic Center offers the biggest rooftop firework show in LA.

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Come to the Santa Monica College Corsair Field on the Westside and enjoy exhibits and entertainment with amazing fireworks to end your night with a BANG!

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Set off from a barge in the bay, these fireworks over the water are a beautiful sight.

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Pasadena Americafest at the Rose Bowl - fireworks begin at 9pm.

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Seen from Redondo Beach Pier, the fireworks are complete with themed music.

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Long Beach
Hop aboard the
Queen Mary for an All-American 4th of July display you won't forget ($39.99 admission).

Flickr by Chris Parker
The beautiful city of San Diego boasts many locations to view fireworks:
- Marina District
- North Embarcadero
- Shelter Island
- Harbor Island
- Seaport Village/South Embarcadero
- Coronado Ferry Landing

Flickr by Nathan Rupert
Where's your hot spot for firework viewing in California?
Cover photo from
Flickr by Jeff Turner Source:
Travel Tips,
About.com,
USA Today,
AMP Radio
Park at River Walk, Bakersfield
Love cali
Pismo beach
Big bear lake
Bridgeport, .CA. Good, long, and proffessional show.