Mount Shasta - Wikipedia
WEBMount Shasta (/ ˈ ʃ æ s t ə / SHASS-tə; Shasta: Waka-nunee-Tuki-wuki; Karuk: Úytaahkoo) is a potentially active volcano at the southern end of the Cascade Range in Siskiyou County, California. At an elevation of 14,179 ft (4,322 m), it is the second-highest peak in the Cascades and the fifth-highest in the state .
Mount Shasta - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBMount Shasta is more than just a place to glance at from your car window along I-5! There is so much to do around there in both winter and summer. There are great gear-rental places for skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, climbing, etc. The town is SMALL but the shops and restaurants are surprisingly good!
Mount Shasta | U.S. Geological Survey - USGS.gov
WEBMt. Shasta is a majestic, steep-sided stratovolcano located about 97 km (60 mi) north of Redding along the I-5 corridor in Northern California. It is the most voluminous of all the Cascade Range volcanoes, and the towns of Weed, Mt Shasta City, and McCloud lie in the shadow of its 4,317 m (14,163 ft) high snow- and ice-clad edifice.
Mount Shasta | California, Map, & History | Britannica
WEBMay 4, 2024 · Mount Shasta, peak (14,162 feet [4,317 metres]) of the Cascade Range in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, northern California, U.S. The peak lies 77 miles (124 km) north of the city of Redding. An impressive double-peaked dormant volcano, it dominates the landscape (a vast panorama of tumbled
Mount Shasta : Climbing, Hiking & Mountaineering : SummitPost
WEBMount Shasta Overview. Mount Shasta viewed from the Squaw Creek Valley. Majestic and solitary, Mount Shasta is the undisputed monarch of northern California. The magnificent cone soars more than 5,000 feet above its tallest neighbor and more than 10,000 feet above its base elevation.
Geology and History of Mount Shasta | U.S. Geological Survey - USGS.gov
WEBNov 6, 2023 · Overview. Mount Shasta is located in the Cascade Range in northern California about 65 km (40 mi) south of the Oregon-California border. One of the largest and highest (14,162 ft) of the Cascade volcanoes, the compound stratovolcano is located near the southern end of the range that terminates near Lassen Peak. Sources/Usage: Public …
Mount Shasta, California - Wikipedia
WEBMount Shasta (also known as Mount Shasta City) is a city in Siskiyou County, California, United States, at about 3,600 feet (1,100 m) above sea level on the flanks of Mount Shasta, a prominent northern California landmark. The city is less than 9 miles (14 km) southwest of the summit of its namesake volcano.
13 Legendary Things To Do in Mount Shasta for Adventure Lovers
WEBDec 8, 2022 · Mount Shasta is the name of the town, but it’s also the name of the mammoth mountain that dominates the horizon. Here you’ll find wonderful waterfalls, legendary trails, meadows to meander, and even a freakin’ lava tube cave to discover!
Complete Guide to Mount Shasta (19 Things to Do & Itinerary)
WEBFebruary 28, 2024. Share this post! MOUNT SHASTA, CALIFORNIA. Where: Northern California. Why Go: See waterfalls, glacial lakes, caves, and volcanoes, all in a weekend getaway. How Long to Visit: At least 2 days. When to Go: Spring through fall. What to Bring: Downloaded trail maps, hiking equipment.
Mount Shasta | Visit California
WEBWelcome Centers. Regional Map. Regional MapBookmarks. Travel Alerts. Close. Find things to do, places to visit, and experiences to explore at Visit California, the Golden State’s official tourism site. Learn about national parks, hotels, restaurants, beaches, mountains, cities, and more.
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