Explore Shasta County
Here are some of the top things to do in Shasta County. (Hint: we live outdoors)
Shasta Lake
A top fishing destination in the United States. Shasta Lake is well-known for its abundant recreation and fishing, houseboats, water skiing, beaches, hiking trails, the Caverns, and much more. Shasta Lake is a perfect spot to spend a month-long vacation.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Lakeshore Inn Resort – Lakehead
Camp Shasta – Lakehead
Lake Shasta Caverns
Get your steps in and explore inner Earth at the Lake Shasta Caverns, a National Natural Landmark that attracts many thousands of visitors each year. You’ll enjoy a short boat ride across Shasta Lake to get there and an amazing one-hour guided tour. The Lake Shasta Caverns are a must-see.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Lakeshore Inn Resort – Lakehead
Camp Shasta – Lakehead
Lassen Volcanic National Park
It is one of the most beautiful and underrated national parks in America. Spend one, two, or five days here exploring the forest, the active volcanoes, trails, and lakes, and you’ll never be bored. You can hike Mt. Lassen Peak by trail. Beware of wildlife and check conditions before you go.
1hr east of Redding.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Pioneer Hillside Pizza – Shingletown
Reed’s Grill – Shingletown
Burney Falls
Shasta County has many fantastic waterfalls, and the McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park is home to the stunning 129ft Burney Falls. Attracting many thousands of visitors every year, this is a must-see bucket list item.
*Note: the trail down to Burney Falls is closed for repair until further notice – check website for updates.
2 hours east of Redding.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Chatty Kathy’s – Burney
River Rock Bar & Grill – Burney
Sundial Bridge
Located in the heart of Redding, the Sundial Bridge connects the north and south banks of the Sacramento River and is a stunning work of art by Santiago Calatrava. It is a glass-bottom pedestrian bridge and a working sundial, one day of the year.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Shasta Dam
at 602 feet, the Shasta Dam is the eighth tallest dam in the United States, and is set in a stunning environment with a view of the Three Shastas: Mt. Shasta, Shasta Lake, and Shasta Dam. Easy access and regular guided tours.
35 minutes north of Redding.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Heritage Coffeehouse – Shasta Lake City
Oriental Express – Shasta Lake City
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
One of our favorite cool-down spots during the hot summer, Whiskeytown Lake is a spectacular spot. Its beaches, marinas, trails, island, waterfalls, hidden coves, and incredible fishing make it an easy bucket-list item.
20 minutes west of Redding.
Recommended places to eat nearby:
Shorty’s Eatery – Old Shasta
Whiskeytown BBQ – Redding