3 days in Mount Shasta Itinerary

Mount Shasta is a city in Siskiyou County, California, at about 3600ft above sea level on the flanks of Mount Shasta, a prominent northern California landmark. You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Lake Siskiyou and McCloud Falls. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Mount Shasta: Large Junk Art Sculptures (in Cassel) and McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park (in Burney). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the geological forces at Mount Shasta, walk around Mount Shasta City Park, take in the dramatic scenery at Hedge Creek Falls, and identify plant and animal life at Mount Shasta Fish Hatchery.

To find traveler tips, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Mount Shasta journey planning site.

In August, plan for daily highs up to 89°F, and evening lows to 51°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Fri) so you can travel back home.