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    4.7 (17 reviews)

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    Trekking from castle lake up to heart lake
    Mandy L.

    Still as amazing as ever! There are some serious nature loving vibes out there on the mountain. We rented snow shoes and hiked the short trek up to celebrate our anniversary and enjoy this view of Shasta once again. The weather was perfect for an adventure in the snow! Brisk temp (30ish degrees) to start but when you are working up that mountain it's blessedly cool to keep you comfortable. People hike without snow shoes but honestly why? They are like $20 for the day and if you don't have them you are sinking down at least a foot in some places. I am a pretty avid hiker and some of the incline was tough for sure but man is that view worth it all. With the snow shoes it made me work harder in those steep sections but overall moderate hike with killer views that you'd normally have to hike for like 6+ miles to get! Heart lake is totally frozen over as well as castle lake. I'm not brave (or stupid) enough to test the ice and see how frozen it is but people definitely have since we could see foot tracks all over the frozen lakes. To each their own I guess, lol.

    Castle Lake frozen over
    Joey W.

    We wanted to walk around the lake and to our surprise, it was completely frozen over. We saw people sledding and building snowmen over the frozen lake so we just walked around. This place wasn't really crowded so that was really nice. You could barely hear the other people on the other side of the lake. It was my first time walking on a frozen lake! One of my friends decided to explore one of the edges of the lake and must have walked on a weak spot because she fell through, so be careful!!

    Anna L.

    What an unexpected gem! Over the July 4th wkd, we drove to see MacArthur Burney Falls, camped in Mount Shasta and then drove down to Castle Lake for a 2 mile hike to Heart Lake. There weren't any bathrooms we could find close to the entrance, but plenty of people who brought their inflatables, kayaks, paddle boards, lounge chairs, mats and bbq essentials. Surprisingly there was a patch of snow off the side of a mountain! Given that it was a 100+ degree day, we were so excited to play in it. After our hike, I really regretted not thinking of bringing a bathing suit. The water looked perfect!

    Andrew M.

    Hidden Gem. incredible Views. Easy Access. Drone Heaven. This place offers an amazing, easy to handle hike that rewards the adventurous with breathtaking views and a cool, mild summer temperature. There are some campsites here for the dedicated campers, although water is not available at the sites and the restrooms can be quite a hike from some of the specific sites. The trails around this small alpine lake are easily traversable, almost devoid of any major obstacles. There's a healthy mosquito presence, so don't forget to pack the big spray here! If you're a drone enthusiast, Castle Lake offers some chances to get that amazing view from your drone platform. If you hike far enough, you'll find some spots that are safe to launch from, including a small boat dock near the UC Davis research outpost near the north end of the lake.

    Path to the lake
    R B.

    I was so impressed with this lake. It's so picturesque, and serene. It almost seems kind of hidden, (although it's easy to find) and there wasn't a lot of people here either. (At least during the week) The trees come right down to the water, and the water seems so clear, and smooth. There were a few people kyaking, and one person paddle boarding. Definitely a place I want to return to and spend more time. There were a few picnic tables available and lots of shade to escape the heat.

    M S.

    Another hidden gem in Mount Shasta. Very sad that so little people visit and there aren't many reviews. If you come in the winter like us the lake is frozen solid, even this winter which is considered warm and lacked snow. This part of the mountain was freezing cold. Some of the ice near the shore wasn't super frozen but most of the lake was solid. People were on the other side of the lake climbing. It was a long ish way and I was cold / tired so I didn't walk there. There's supposedly a frozen waterfall on the other side. I've never seen a frozen lake before so this was truly a fascinating experience. It was a truly serene winter wonderland feel - not crowded either so you won't hear much other than nature. No bears or anything like that since they're all hibernating this time of the year

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    Jackie M.

    Soooo beautiful. This is a yearly vacation spot for us. The lake doesn't allow motor boats, there are plenty of shallow spots for little kids to play. There is a bunch of hiking trails. I highly recommend.

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    A beautiful place to go! 100 percent recommend! The lake is close! Better then Lake Siskiyou camp resort they aren't the best!

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    Lake Siskiyou - Shasta views

    Lake Siskiyou

    3.5(27 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    What a gorgeous place to spend time relaxing with an incredible view of Shasta. We were able to…read morefind parking at one of the public access lots, which is free, and then took a short wander down to the lakeshore to take in the majestic beauty. Highly recommend pulling off the interstate for a rest stop here to stretch your legs and breathe in the crisp air!

    I stopped by Lake Siskiyou twice during my recent trip to the Mt Shasta area. Once was to sit by…read morethe water and relax, following a long hike earlier in the day and have lunch at the nearby resorts bar & grill (separate review for that.) The second visit was to hike the trail along the lake. For the beach time, it was a week day and it too crowded. I was able to snag a bench near the resort's public beach and enjoy the iconic views of Mt Shasta. As for the lakeside trail, it goes all the way around and is approximately 7 miles. I was short on time, so did a 3 mile out and back. Along the way, there are forested paths, Mt Shasta views and meadows to enjoy. The trail wasn't well signed and I lost it at some points. Since I was only doing a small section of it, I just followed the lakeshore best I could on my out and back. Early morning, it was a peaceful place. I'd love to come back and see about kayaking the lake or doing the entire trail. Lovely spot and a nice way to unwind near Shasta

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    Lake Siskiyou
    Lake Siskiyou - Great swimming spot, drops off fairly quickly and is deep and cold!

    Great swimming spot, drops off fairly quickly and is deep and cold!

    Lake Siskiyou - View on the way out

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    Abrams Lake Rv Park - This is a photo of the post that is currently on the Washer/Dryer units.  Honestly its despicable to give residence this message.

    Abrams Lake Rv Park

    2.8(6 reviews)
    2.5 mi

    This property is run by a Renee *, as I don't know her last name, and thus far, i'm still…read moresearching/researching the legal owners, but she is NOT a good manager. She runs this property like Nazi, which is fine If you don't care about the residence. Apparently the legal owners don't care, or just want to remain in hiding, but anyway its sliced, the current management does not care about its residence who live in the park. Most of them are fearful about speaking out, because universally they fear retaliation, which is a valid concern given her pissy attitude, especially for those who own Mobiles in the park, but I can share this: The manager, Renee, doesn't give a flying fuck about the residence. She runs it like a true Nazi dictator. I am an RVer who is only here on a temp basis, as I refuse to remain under her 'regime'. I am a retired property manager, and I can say I would have NEVER allowed, her hate, or her Nazi tactics at any property EVER! Abrams RV park is a nice place, its beautiful area, but the fact is, it could be run Sooooooooo much better, however, as it stands now, the bathrooms are an embarrassment, the laundry included. I'll attach photos as evidence of what I am saying. Now we are still here in the park, and I fully expect her to retaliate against us in any way she can, but honestly, i'd prefer she owns up to her hate, and recognizes it for what it is, and makes changes, not just for those who live her, but for herself as well. She clearly feels emboldened to continue her tactics, without regard for those how live in the park. Of course I will continue my title search to find who owns the park and will certainly share all this with them. Bottom line is simple: The Abrams RV park could be soooooo much better, and done so with very little costs to the owners, it would just take a better effort put forth by the managers.

    By far the best RV park around. You can't beat the view, the serenity of the trees or the…read moremanagement. The sites are large and even though they are gravel, the water pressure is great not to mention some of the best tasting water on earth. Don't let the limited WiFi deter you, it's a great place.

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    Abrams Lake Rv Park - Door to the bathroom, which doesn't even close.

    Door to the bathroom, which doesn't even close.

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    Abrams Lake Rv Park - January 2021 snowstorm

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    Mount Shasta Resort - 18th Grren

    Mount Shasta Resort

    3.8(202 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$
    29 years in business
    Family-owned & operated

    Our family had a wedding here three weeks ago and this is a perfect location. If you have a lot of…read moreguests who plan on either visiting from out of town or just enjoying the whole family aspect of everybody being together. The location is perfect for this scenario. The wedding was hosted across the street at the golf course and my suggestion to the person who organizes both of these venues. I think you should offer golf cart transportation between the resort and the golf course. That would prevent a lot of people from taking the chance and driving that short distance while intoxicated. I noticed this first hand on several of our party goers. We had a beautiful cabin that was not on the lake, but close enough to appreciate the beauty of the surroundings. I see a lot of reviews had a problem with cleanliness and honestly, we did walk in to a musty smelling cabin and dead, flying things all in the bathroom, but after doing a black light inspection of the mattress, I was reasonably assured that bedbugs would not be an issue. To me that's a big one. I highly recommend this location if you're planning a wedding at the golf course.

    The location has potential, but our stay was highly disappointing…read more First and foremost, the checkout policy requires guests to wash all dishes prior to checking out. This is a major sanitation concern. IF the property thoroughly cleans and sanitizes the kitchenware between stays, this chore is an unnecessary burden on paying guests. If they do not reclean them, then the health and safety of incoming guests relies entirely on the honor system and the cleaning habits of previous occupants. It is incredibly unsettling to think the dishes we used may not have been professionally washed or sanitized. The cabin itself clearly got a "landlord special" French doors were stuck and wouldnt open. Had to call maintenance to get them fixed. The refrigerator and cabinet drawers overlap so tightly that opening the fridge makes the drawers to open, and vice versa. The fridge door is already dented, clearly from this problem. The blinds are old, broken, and don't close all the way. So we had to wake up with the sun every morning, spiderwebs in the ceiling corners throughout the cabin. For the price charged to stay here, guests should at least be guaranteed professional cleanliness. Unfortunately, this property missed the mark on all counts.

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    Mount Shasta Resort
    Mount Shasta Resort
    Mount Shasta Resort

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    Reynolds Resorts - Lake Siskiyou

    Reynolds Resorts - Lake Siskiyou

    2.1(35 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    Had a good time, going to local hikes elsewhere, the campground and beach area are whatever. Full…read moreof 'rules' of things you're not allowed to do. Beach/ parking close at 8. Bathrooms, I had to complain, are filthy. On that point alone I write this warning review. I went to the forest and bathed in rivers and lakes. Campground workers said they were recently cleaned:

    I've been coming here with my family for 15 years and spend a lot of money every year in multiple…read morestays. The last few years it just hasn't been the same. Poor security multiple fights, violent public intoxication, and overly roudy campsites, that necessitated a heavy sheriff's presence. This year has been the worst experience ever. They don't have enough staff for safety, maintenance, cleaning, the store, or the registration/reservation desk. I spoke with Julie, the manager. She said they have been having a lot of trouble keeping people employed during this crazy time. Paired with that, the whole park is at MAXIMUM CAPACITY. I completely understand keeping staff right now is beyond their control but why would they continue to book out the ENTIRE park!! They are increasing their profit margins at my expense and awful experience. I'm the one paying the same price I always do for a dirty, unsafe for families, subpar tent and cabin maintenance. We made the best of it by exploring McCloud, and parts of the lake outside of the park. Basically stayed away except to sleep. Please see attached pics.  The toilet was like this going on 3 days. Garbage going on 2 days. Stopped overflowing because there was no more soap or paper towels. Bloody feminine products hanging out of the receptacle. Fire pit upon arrival. (I asked nicely upon online reservation to have trash and fire pit clean upon check in because it was my experience during 5 night cabin stay 4 week prior)

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    Reynolds Resorts - Lake Siskiyou
    Reynolds Resorts - Lake Siskiyou
    Reynolds Resorts - Lake Siskiyou - A great pre July 4th weekend. The water was amazing!! No bad days at the lake‍

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    A great pre July 4th weekend. The water was amazing!! No bad days at the lake‍

    Lake Siskiyou - Our pup soaking up the sun in the steps.

    Lake Siskiyou

    2.7(30 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    I should have looked this place up before coming. It's filthy and not kept up well. The bathrooms…read moreare disgusting and the quiet hours aren't enforced. Large groups of kids come here during the summer and destroy the bathrooms. It's wetter outside of the showers than inside. I also have this mystery smell on my skin after swimming in the lake. At least it's pretty here.

    Dock workers need their boat license so they know the rules and laws. The staff doesn't enforce…read moresimple rules/laws that make the flow of traffic and people smooth. They're nice but make it hard to like them, rules are in place for a reason No parking. Yeah right Boat turnaround , good luck idiots always getting ready in that area or just parked there. Walking trail.. nope middle of the street The lake is getting trashed and when it's full people go to north shore and are ruining that part as well, because Redding people think no camping area don't apply to them, I ran into countless Redding couples kayaking saying how they are camping/sleeping in their trucks at the shore and fishing with out a license because no rules are enforced at all this lake it's become a huge joke ran by incompetence people who live in trailers that a simple fact not a diss Just open your eyes they ruined Shasta lake don't let it happen to siskyou. Also Redding people are like a parasites they find something nice and destroy it's Hey it's 15min dock time, you have people fishing and acting like you're In the way!!!! Straight up had people working on their engines with the car and trailer still in the water!!!!! I think the dock workers should have there boat license so they know the rules When acquiring your boat license there are actual laws that state what's above is not allowed and can cause problems when the dock is need for what its Intended purpose is for, loading and unloading boats!!! not paddle board!!! The incompetency is so irritating people think I'll just be real quick, no your so stupid that it effects everyone else trying to do things properly. Do better lake siskyou follow your own rules and know the law.

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    Lake Siskiyou
    Lake Siskiyou
    Lake Siskiyou

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    Lake Siskiyou Trail - Spectacular views from the trail.

    Lake Siskiyou Trail

    4.8(6 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    Very well maintained trail along the perimeter of Lake Siskiyou. Decent amount of free parking near…read morethe trailhead/lakefront with bathrooms and trash cans. Tons of folks with boating equipment and stuff to hang out by the lake front and relax, fish, or have a picnic. The trail itself is a loop and you can turn around at any point. Not terribly strenuous and almost all flat - great for little ones/carrying a baby. There is a developed camp and a beach on the other side of the lake. If you're interested in a little bit more seclusion, there is plenty of space to spread out and relax, looking up at the base of Mt Shasha!

    This spot was utterly incredibly! Came here with my family as it is my brothers birthday and we…read morethought a Mount Shasta trip would be a nice easy fun get away from the rigors of Los Angeles and the concrete jungle. We stopped by after eating around the area (recommend the smokehouse or bbq, stay away from the Mexican food at all costs!!) So we went to cable beach and got off and walked around and went to the lake to skip rocks and hang out as we unfortunately forgot our bathing suits. The view was so incredible, and perfect I couldn't even believe the how breathtaking it was at sunset . We skipped many rocks and even made it into a competition which I won, then I went off and found a great stump to take pictures on and unfortunately I slipped and fell on the rocks. Caution! Many rocks here so take water shoes or something with a thick bottom! Although it was pretty funny I'm still hurting haha. We saw boats on the lake and some people off to the side having a picnic and taking a dip in the lovely, warm water. All in all this was an incredible place to stop by and visit! I highly, highly, highly, HIGHLYYY recommend coming here!

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    Lake Siskiyou Trail - Great "Kodak moment" of Mount Shasta from the trail.

    Great "Kodak moment" of Mount Shasta from the trail.

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    Lake Siskiyou Trail - There were quite a few people out on small boats and kayaks or simply fishing from the shore.

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    There were quite a few people out on small boats and kayaks or simply fishing from the shore.

    River Dancers Rafting - River Rafting

    River Dancers Rafting

    5.0(25 reviews)
    0.4 mi

    While I didn't actually take a trip with them. I am a private boater that was on the Klamath River…read moreat the same time. I've crossed paths with many guide companies in my years behind the oars and it isn't always a pleasant experience. From the put in where the guides helped me move my 15' raft and gave me verbal beta on the notorious Dragons Tooth rapid to the actual rapid itself they were polite and helpful. We didn't see them for 2 days on the river until the scout for Dragons Tooth. Being just a single boat with two people I graciously accepted Aaron's offer to keep an eye on us through the scary rapid. Imagine my surprise as we emerged from the chaotic maelstrom to 6 guides working safety and 45 cheering clients. It was truly a surreal river experience. A big part of a great guide service is how they treat their customers and other boaters. If you want to be on the river with a self important grump, there are plenty of them out there. If your desire is to run a classic river with a truly nice, excited, and competent group of guides River Dancers is your outfit.

    Rafted the Klamath River with a friend and Aaron as our guide this weekend. Aaron was very…read moreknowledgeable about the history of the river, the vegetation, and the people significant to the development of the river. We were very impressed with Aaron! Had a blast rafting down the river with the beautiful surrounding scenery, the quiet waters mixed in with rapids - so much fun! What a great finish to our vacation in Mt. Shasta. Thank you, Aaron!

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    River Dancers Rafting - Cooling off

    Cooling off

    River Dancers Rafting - Loving this day!

    Loving this day!

    River Dancers Rafting - Rafting with Aaron!

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    Rafting with Aaron!

    Castle Lake Campground - campgrounds - Updated July 2026

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