The Hidden Lake In Northern California That Everyone Should Visit At Least Once
There are many beautiful lakes in Northern California, but Castle Lake in Siskiyou County rises to the top of the list as a place that is a must-see for all Northern Californians. It’s located within the Shasta-Trinity National Forest and it a great place to spend a few nights camping or just visit for an afternoon.
Trails lead from Castle Lake across the nearby Castle Crags Wilderness area and Castle Crags State Park. Other amazing lakes you can get to from here include Little Castle Lake and Heart Lake. You can also access the Pacific Crest Trail from this area.
To reach the lake, visitors approach it from Lake Sikiyou by driving approximately 7 miles and passing Ney Springs and Faery Falls. It offers stunning views of Lake Shasta and the surrounding wilderness.
Aside from being an amazing place for fishing, camping, and hiking, Castle Lake is also a great place to spot wildlife. Trout, bears, deer, otters, frogs, and osprey are all common sights here.
This unforgettable spot in the Trinity Mountains will stay with you long after you go. This area is part of the headwaters for the Sacramento River and an important watershed for California.
What other lakes are must sees in Northern California? Be sure to share your thoughts with us on Facebook, we would love to hear your stories about Castle Lakes and other amazing spots in this beautiful landscape.
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Jill is a freelance writer from a small Northern California town and lives in the Sierra Nevada mountains. If you have an idea for an Only In Northern California story, email her at jsanford@onlyinyourstate.com.
