Shasta County
About this place
Shasta County, California offers some of the best experiences for enjoying the great outdoors. From scenic trails to top attractions, there is something for everyone. Enjoy a day of outdoor adventure with activities like hiking, biking, kayaking, and fishing. Visit popular attractions such as Mount Shasta, Whiskeytown Lake, and Castle Crags State Area. For those looking for a more leisurely experience, take a stroll through the Shasta State Historic area or explore the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. There is something for everyone in Shasta County, California.
Top Hiking Spots in and near Shasta County, California, United States
Lassen Peak Trail
4.5
· 6 reviews
One of my personal favorites and a hidden gem of California that keeps circling my mind is the Lassen Peak Trail. Don't let the trail map (2.5 miles one way) deceive you and make you think this is a short trail. The elevation gain is is 2000 feet from the parking lot to the end of the peak. The air ...
South Summit Lake Campground
This hike is one of my favorites for when I only have a weekend to get my nature fix. To start off, visit either the Loomis Museum, Loomis Ranger Station, Butte Lake Ranger Station, Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center, Warner Valley Ranger Station, or Juniper Lake Ranger Station and pick up a wilderness...
Bumpass Hell Parking Area
4.7
· 3 reviews
Due to hazardous snow and ice, Bumpass Hell Trail closes during the spring and may not open until July. From the Bumpass Hell Parking Area, the trail traverses the rocky slopes of Bumpass Mountain. The trail slowly ascends 200 feet with views of the valley to the west and Lassen Peak to the north. A...
Shasta County, CA
Deep in the Lassen National Forest is the beautiful and surprisingly one of the least visited National Parks, Lassen Volcanic National Park. On the north entrance of the park, you will find the beautiful Manzanita Lake Cabins and Campground with the gorgeous blue lake in the foreground. Getting ther...
Shasta County, CA
4.0
· 1 reviews
Lassen Volcanic National Park is a wonderland of lush pine forests, arid rocky terrain, boiling lakes, snow-capped peaks, and extremely diverse wildlife. I recommend at least a week to explore this underrated national park, but if you are only driving through, you can still enjoy some of the wonder!...
Shasta County, CA
4.7
· 3 reviews
Head to the Peltier Bridge Campground after entering Whiskeytown National Recreation Area and then go 1.1 miles along the road through the campground until you reach the trailhead for Kanaka Peak. The road from the campground is open from late spring to late fall, otherwise hikers will need to park ...
Shasta County, CA
Starting from the Kanaka Peak Trailhead , follow the Kanaka Peak Trail all the way, continuing on past the Peltier Trail Junction and the Kanaka Cutoff Trail Junction until the trail begins to head east (about 2-2.5 miles from the trailhead) and there is a gently sloping hill on your right that is c...
Shasta County, CA
4.0
· 1 reviews
Kings Creek Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Old Station, California.
Shasta County, CA
2.0
· 1 reviews
Devastated Area Interpretive Trail is a loop trail that is good for all skill levels located near Old Station, California.
Shasta County, CA
5.0
· 1 reviews
This route is perfect for those with some mountaineering skill looking to challenge themselves on either a long day climb (10-12 hours) of one of California’s most iconic peaks. 1: The approach (1500 feet of elevation gain) For the best chance of summiting, start very early, around 2-4 am. Most appr...