Eventually, the Great Shasta Rail Trail will provide 80 miles of non-motorized terrain between the towns of McCloud and Burney. The trail will wind through historically and environmentally notable terrain and will be open year-round, allowing for hiking, biking, running and horseback riding but also cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Currently, there are two open sections: … [Read more...]
#83 – Town of McCloud
On the southern slope of Mt. Shasta, the quaint town of McCloud has everything needed to keep the traveler well fed, well accommodated and entertained. Though popular in the winter months when there’s easy access to skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and snowmobiling, there are also four golf courses and plenty of hiking, swimming, fishing, backpacking, mountaineering, kayaking, … [Read more...]
#73 – Ice Skating
Kids love to skate. Whirling, twirling, gliding effortlessly across the ice...watching their parents fall down. If you’re visiting Mt. Shasta in the winter months, there’s clearly loads to do, but did you know that they also have the only National Hockey League (NHL) regulation-sized outdoor rink in all of California? With Shasta Peak looming in the distance, Siskiyou Ice Rink … [Read more...]
#74 – Cross Country Skiing & Snowshoeing
If you love hiking and biking in the mountains during the summer months, then cross-country skiing or snowshoeing could be just your thing in the winter. There’s nothing like the feeling of gliding past snow-covered trees and peaks on Nordic tracks or hiking into remoteness on snowshoes. Siskiyou County has abundant public lands that offer snowshoers and cross-country skiers … [Read more...]
#77 – Hiking & Backpacking on Mt. Shasta
No matter your hiking level, Mt. Shasta provides stunning panoramic views. You can hike for as little as 15 minutes or spend all day rambling as far as you please. It’s even possible to pitch a tent for the night. Of course, the higher you climb on the mountain, the more breathtaking the views. Depending on which trail you choose, you’ll meander by creeks, waterfalls, evergreen … [Read more...]