Recreation in and around Mt. Shasta
Water Sports
Boating
Fishing boats are allowed on most lakes. Check with Fish and Wildlife for special restrictions. Speedboats are allowed on the McCloud Reservoir and Lake Shastina.
Canoeing
Castle Lake is a favorite canoeing lake for locals. It is fun to paddle up to the falls area along the rocky cliff across the lake from the parking area and boat launch. At the Tulelake National Wildlife Refuge canoeing is allowed in designated areas between July 1st and Sept. 30th. The canoe trail consists of approximately 2 miles of marked, quiet water channels within a 2,500 acre hardstem bulrush and cattail marsh. Wildlife viewing opportunities area excellent, especially during the morning and evening hours.
Swimming
Many lakes and rivers throughout Siskiyou County have undeveloped access for swimming. The water is icy cold and refreshing on a warm summer day. There is a developed swimming beach at Lake Siskiyou in the campground and at Lake Shastina, north of Weed.
Water-skiing
Permitted on Lake Shastina, McCloud Reservoir. These lakes are all uncrowded and picturesque, with camping and services nearby.
Windsurfing
Popular on Lake Siskiyou and Lake Shastina, best in the spring and the fall. At Lake Siskiyou, the best access is within the Lake Siskiyou Campground. Lake Shastina several miles north of Weed is a favorite spot for short-board windsurfers, who launch from the public access area.
Related Businesses
Shasta Base Camp
316 Chestnut St., Mt. Shasta, CA 96067
530-926-2359
The core of mountain culture and the beginning of every adventure. Shasta Base Camp... mountaineering, and backcountry supply shop in Mount Shasta, CA. Information available on backcountry locations and conditions on Mount Shasta and in Siskiyou County.
The Fun Factory
Deer Mountain Snowmobile Park, Weed, CA
530-926-7070
The Fun Factory Snowmobile Rentals and Tours is located at the the Deer Mountain Snowmobile Park, 16.2 miles North of Weed on hwy 97. In business since 1996 the Fun Factory offers guided and unguided snowmobile rentals and tours through its 280 miles+ snowmobile trail system and 100's of miles of various terrain for all skill levels. Your kids are welcome too! Each snowmobile rental includes a 30 min. snowmobile training session and a helmet. For an hour, half day or a full day... an adventure awaits you and yours when you visit The Fun Factory Snowmobile Rentals and Tours on Mt Shasta. Ask about our to-go rentals, large group tours and special event rides including full moon rides, club rides and off site rentals too. The Fun Factory snowmobile rentals and Tours... We Rent Excitement! Visit our web site for photos, renter correspondence, maps, rate info and MORE !