Mount Shasta, California
Mount Shasta is located about an hour south of the Oregon border and just four hours north of the Bay Area. It’s known for being a natural escape for all kinds of outdoor enthusiasts and recreationalists from around the world.
A small town for big adventures
In the warm months, Mount Shasta attracts hikers, bikers, rock climbers, anglers, kayakers, SUPers, golfers, and campers. In the cold season, it’s the place for downhill, backcountry, and cross-country skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, snowmobiling, and mountaineering.
Home to a namesake picturesque peak
14, 179 feet. That’s the height of Mount Shasta—the second-highest peak in the Cascade Mountain Range. You can plan a climb to the summit or pick up lift tickets at Mt. Shasta Ski Park and explore 32 trails covering 425 acres of skiable terrain. In the summer, enjoy mountain biking, live music, disc golf, and scenic lift rides at the ski park as well.
Where locals and visitors meet
With a year-round population of about 3,400, Mount Shasta is part of Siskiyou County in Northern California. The city sees almost 26,000 visitors yearly, making tourism the major industry and largest contributor to local economy. There’s no shortage of gathering spots for friends—old and new.
Resident Perspectives
“Mount Shasta is not just a hidden gem of California, but also of the West Coast and Cascade range. The relief of the water at Castle Lake in the summer, the variety of trails both in difficulty and views, the remoteness, and the opportunity to spend winter in the snow or on the trails has sold our hearts on Mount Shasta and its community.”
—Delaney & Nick, Mount Shasta Transplants
“Being an outdoor enthusiast, I truly appreciate everything MSTA is doing to make this community a vibrant, inspiring place to live and play.”
—Sean Doyle, Mount Shasta Local
“My first extended stay in the area was a result of an interest in photography and the great outdoors. I fell in love with the vast surroundings—and seeds were planted that grew into roots in the community. When giving birth to a baby girl, we named her Shasta Grace, a reflection of the strength and visual beauty of the mountain that stands watch over the community.”
—Audra Beylik, Former Mayor
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