Located at the unspoiled northern end of California, Siskiyou County boasts unbeatable scenery ranging from beautiful pine forests to barren lava beds, from verdant farmlands to unspoiled wilderness.

The City of Mt. Shasta, on the western flank of the mountain by the same name, is the hub of a four-city region of south Siskiyou County consisting of Weed, Mt. Shasta, Dunsmuir and McCloud. The crystal clear alpine lakes and amazing mountain vistas make Mount Shasta a natural choice for fun and relaxation. A natural playground in the great outdoors, Mount Shasta draws many enthusiasts to the area, for its central location for many backcountry areas. The Mt. Shasta wilderness area and Bunny Flat are just miles out of town, as is the Castle Lake area, which is a favorite for ice skating, ice fishing, snowshoeing and backcountry skiing during late winter months. To walk the streets of Mt. Shasta is to take in a breath of small town USA. The shopkeepers are friendly, passersby greet other strollers with a friendly nod and a smile, and the general pace of life here is unhurried. Mt. Shasta's downtown area is home to many fine restaurants, art and photography galleries, museums and quality shops.

Overlooking the city, indeed filling the city's eastern view, is the 14,162' bulk of Mt. Shasta. A great deal has been written about the mountain and its legends, the lenticular cloud cap that it so often wears, and its folklore.

Please visit: http://www.siskiyous.edu/shasta/fol for more information on local folklore stories written by students at the College of the Siskiyou’s Community College, located in Weed, California.

Visit the Mt. Shasta Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Dunsmuir, located in the upper valley of the Sacramento River Canyon, and in the Shadow of Mt. Shasta, was once a major stop on the Southern Pacific Railroad, and is famous for having the "Best Water on Earth." It is also noted for its excellent fishing along the Sacramento River as well as its quaint shops, river center, dining and galleries.

Visit the Dunsmuir Chamber for more information.

McCloud is a classic mill town. Exceptional dining, in homey restaurants and aboard the luxurious Shasta Sunset Dinner Train on the McCloud Railway, beckons both tourist and local alike. The McCloud Heritage Museum recalls the haunting call of the mill whistle and a time when big lumber ruled the economy. Quaint local shops and a candy store host the main street that is know for its Victorian appeal. Capturing amazing views of Mount Shasta, McCloud is situated in a valley that is a preserved, natural alpine area.

Visit the McCloud Chamber of Commerce for more information.

Weed, named for pioneer lumberman Abner Weed, is situated at the southern end of the Alcan Highway. Home to College of the Siskiyous, fresh air and friendliness, Weed is also a town steeped in lumber history. Although most of the mills are long gone from the landscape, Weed's lumber heritage is still very much a part of the town's ambiance. The Kenneth Ford Theater at College of the Siskiyous is a venue for many plays and concerts throughout the year.

Visit the Weed Chamber of Commerce for more information.

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