Mount Shasta is an incredibly beautiful mountain and volcano. If your driving between Seattle and…read moreLos Angeles you can't miss it from the highway. There are probably a couple different cities that you can enjoy Mount Shasta from but my favorite city is Weed. They have hotels and gift shops and is a cute little town with everything you need. There are two exits for Weed off the highway. One exit is the 'old town' part that is more cute and the other exit is the newer part. I think staying a night here is a perfect thing to do as the scenery is so pleasant. It really is a destination. So often to see natural beauty like this you have to sacrifice comforts of city living. Not with Mount Shasta - its a town that has it all and is just steps away from a little nature walk with an incredible backdrop. It is a real sight to see when you have this regular old Shell Gas station or even Grocery Outlet where the backdrop is the volcano. I don't think you can ever get tired of the harmony here of man made combined with nature.

Incredible volcano and mountain…read more Really recommend spending some time around the nature in this area, even if you won't be committing a summit climb. I went up this past weekend with the attempt to summit Shasta and had a really nice time. The town of Mt. Shasta has a few restaurants and some decent accomodations for sleeping (slept in Loge with our group which was great)... As for the hike, we went up and started at Bunny Flats and camped at Helen Lake for the night and then going for the summit via the Avalanche Gulch route. It was a beautiful and trying hike...definitely be familiar with the risks and have the proper skills to manage them if attempting. All in all; Mount Shasta is majestic and magical. Spend some time here!

Great resort & restaurant!…read more I stayed at Mt. Shasta Resort in 2015 when I attended a Crones Counsel gathering there. We all loved the cabin with Lake Siskiyou in the back yard. It was roomy, clean, quiet & comfortable. Three of us shared a 2-bedroom cabin. In 2017 I moved to Weed, and started coming to the restaurant at the resort for special lunches and dinners. The wait staff in the dining room is superb. They always make us feel like family. I sat on the outside deck for lunch last summer, but the wait staff out there was not at all the same. Food was slow coming and the everything was cold when it arrived. At my request, the fries were replaced with hot fries, but we had almost finished our lunch by the time they came. The food in the restaurant has been great without exception. I always ordered the Pork Ragu for dinner until they took it off the menu. I haven't been back for dinner. When I first started eating at the restaurant, one of the waiters told me about their rewards club for locals that I joined. They send me a certificate for $10 off when I have spent a certain amount. I think it's $200 which adds up fast. They also gift me a bottle of champagne every so often. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to use all the coupons quickly enough before they expire.

I stayed here this past weekend thinking it was going to be a great trip and it was a NIGHTMARE…read morefirst off when we checked in they put us in an ALREADY BOOKED ROOM we finally got that figured out and we got our own room nice right? well no the bed was crusty everything had a layer of dust I found dead cockroaches in my bed on the windowseal there was a bunch of ants in the bathroom and it was very drafty in the building the next morning i was standing outside enjoying the fresh air which was rudely interrupted by what seems to be the manager yelling at the top of her lungs at the poor housekeepers calling them names and being very unprofessional it doesn't matter how much this hotel is a night this is VERY BASIC stuff that needs to be addressed before this resort runs itself into the ground

My husband and I fell in love with their local craft beer, made with fresh Shasta spring water‼…read more The jalapeño beer, in particular, was absolutely amazing! We were blown away to learn they use 40 pounds of jalapeños in each batch‼ The brewer clearly knows his craft, capturing the perfect jalapeño aroma without it being overpowering. It's so flavorful and super delicious! The staff were all incredibly friendly and kind, and we truly appreciated how dog-friendly the place was. The pricing is very reasonable too, which probably explains why it's such a local favorite. We'll definitely be coming back!

Jalapeño beer is a must try! Also really liked their hazy ipa. Food options were also great and…read moredidn't look too appetizing but actually exceeded our expectations.

We have stayed with Kris and David (and their adorable little senior dog, Cork) four times over the…read morelast few years. We make it a point to stay at Mt Shasta Ranch when we drive to the Bay Area from Seattle. Each and every time we have been warmly welcomed with fresh homemade cookies, coffee and tea, as well as wine in the afternoon. They are kind, hardworking people living their dream of offering a top notch bed and breakfast in their lovely home. I especially enjoy sundown on the front veranda with blankets, our beverage of choice, a wonderful view of Mount Shasta and the beautiful countryside. The mansion, built in 1923, is well kept and spotless. There is a large dining room with a billiard table and many windows where one can read and watch finches and other birds at the bird feeders. There's also a cozy living room with a fireplace and a lovely wood fire when it is chilly outside. Each time they have offered our choice of rooms when available and been treated like family. The bedrooms, each one tastefully decorated with antiques, feature comfortable beds and thoughtfully curated amenities. There are two separate lodges for families behind the house itself. I also appreciated seeing a pair of horses in the pasture next door. Kris and David are always happy to recommend local restaurants, hikes and other activities. But most of all the this B&B is a quiet and peaceful respite. I know they also host various groups for retreats. We have especially enjoyed meeting other guests at the Mt Shasta Ranch as well. Lastly, a highlight of our stay is Kris's gourmet breakfasts, delicious and varied, served by David who is charming and accommodating. This place is an absolute gem. We highly recommend it.

Wow! What a time at Mt Shasta Ranch Bed and Breakfast. Kris and David showed so much hospitality…read moreduring the couple of days I spent there with my family. Wonderful cooking, great recommendations on hikes, and overall an awesome time. Can't recommend them enough!

An inactive volcano, Mount Shasta is the fifth-highest mountain in the Golden State. 14,179 feet…read moretall it dominates the landscape of this area of Northern California. I'm from North Carolina, which boasts the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi (Mount Mitchell, 6684 feet). Allegedly, the volcano was last active in 1250 AD. No Yelp then to prove it one way or the other. There is a fabulous vista point not far away on I-5. I'd love to catch it at sunrise but alas, I'm heading south this afternoon and can't stay to get closer to Mount Shasta. Instead, I'll just have to be satisfied with the great views of the mountain from the highway. [Review 20958 overall - 488 in California - 1943 of 2023.]

Driving past Mount Shasta on I-5 you just can't miss this natural piece of beauty. Its 100 degrees…read moreand somehow the mountain still appears snow capped in late summer. Most of the surrounding area is very flat and then all of a sudden your attention is fully grabbed by is presence. An unplanned stop and slight detour isn't a hard decision to make. I pull over and stop. Open the trunk and pull out a little bottle of apple cider I packed for the trip to Seattle. I sip the near burning hot cider and it reminds me of the holidays - the only time I would have such a beverage. Apparently my Black Opel paint made the back trunk into an oven of sorts. I gaze at what appears to be a snow capped mountain volcano. It takes a moment to realize the altitude difference of the top of the mountain and where I'm standing - apparently 14,162 feet. I take a small hike or nature walk. I pick up some rocks that had a huge volume and very little weight. Apparently lava that dried up when it was near the surface and under no pressure. I think most of the time in life some of the most enjoyable moments and events are unplanned. Maybe schedules and windows of time and reservations are overrated.

I spent the past four nights here, and it was very quiet, dark, and peaceful…read more Quiet with the caveat that there was a TON of train noise. But if you like white noise, that might be a plus. This was the darkest campground I've ever camped at so far. The view of the stars was great. The cold was on another level. I wouldn't recommend tent camping unless you really know what you're doing. Theoretically, this campground has free showers, but they are closed for the season. I couldn't help but notice that the windows have been broken into and boarded back up. There was theoretically potable water, but it tasted a little funky. Most of the pumps were broken, which made it seem like maybe the rest are about to be determined to be broken soon. There was an electric outlet in the bathroom with a sign warning not to leave personal items. In site 25, which is reserved for PCT hikers, I found another sign warning that items are frequently stolen from the bathrooms, and to use the outlets hidden in the amphitheater instead. (There is also a Starbucks about fifteen minutes away in Shasta.) A trail behind site 25 leads to the PCT, but the trail was currently full of fallen trees and hazards. Another trail near Vista Point turned out to be a safer route to the PCT. A 2 mile trail leads from the campground to Vista Point, where you can either keep hiking, or take in the panoramic views of Mt. Shasta, Castle Crags, and the Gray Rocks. I chose site 38 to camp in, which was at the end of the line of sites that are currently open. The first two nights, I paid with the self serve envelope. The rest I purchased from the Ranger Station. Camping was only $25/night, half off with qualifying passes. So it only cost me $50 to stay here 4 nights. The spaces on the main road were huge, and very well spaced. There was a camp host on duty on site 20, and maintenance came through every day to clean the restrooms and empty the trash. I didn't see much wildlife except for a lot of birds. Wildflowers were just beginning to bloom on the trails. There isn't much to do near the campground, but I found this to be a great place to have some relative peace and quiet for a few days.

We opt to hike up to the Castle Dome. It's a gorgeous hike especially the snow cap view of…read moreMr.Shasta and the fall foilage! A must hike

I pointed out that all their coca-colas expired in 2024 (it's June 2025 now) and they just told me…read moreto put it back. yoo-hoos also expired and chunky-looking.

Oh my gosh, if you haven't tried their breakfast burritos, you're missing out, they look small, but…read morethey are packed full, I have yet to finish one, yummy goodness

Awesome hike from the upper parking lot to the base of Castle Crag Dome! The first part of the…read morehike is a tree covered dirt path with a steady incline. The last mile or so is switchback style over very rocky rough terrain. It is a gorgeous view of the canyon and up to Mt Shasta at the top!

Located in Castle Crags State Park, the Dome is one of the area's most prominent features…read more You can summit it via hiking, or there are numerous technical rock routes. Unfortunately for punters like me, the easiest line is 5.8, and the grades rise dramatically from there. Maybe some day when I'm stronger!

Beware of this real estate broker. His real name is Johann…read moreUlrich, not John Ulrich. California Department of Real Estate Regulations requires that a real estate license must represent his or her full legal name at the point of first contact. For years I have informed Johann Ulrich that I am on the United States' federal "DO NOT MAIL" list and not to send me unsolicited mail. For years, he has still sent me this mail. His most recent postcard represents six sold properties. The total accrued sales was $358,000. or about $60,000 per sale. This in itself should be a "red flag". If you are searching for property, you should consider that you caused your own fraud if you are injured in the purchase or sale of a property, because, in reading this, you knew that he has serious mental health issues. No rational, reasonable, person would do what he is doing. California law allows $1,500 for each unsolicted mail where the given person is on the "DO NOT MAIL" list. After six notices to him over the course of eight years, he still send them. Is there a substance abuse issue here, as I can find no other basis for him to proceed after all of my warnings to him.

John has done a fabulous job representing me as the seller. He has advised me of my options and has…read moresuggested things that increased the value of my property. Without a doubt I would recommend John!