This Weekend Itinerary Is Perfect For Exploring Mount Shasta in Northern California

Mount Shasta is a quiet town in Northern California with a population of around 3200. Along with being a peaceful place to live, it's also an ideal destination for a change of scenery that includes hiking, playing winter sports, and climbing Mount Shasta. To reach the town of Mount Shasta, you'll need to drive about five hours north if you're coming from the Bay Area. Read on to learn more about why this charming spot in Northern California is perfect for a weekend away.

1. Visit Mount Shasta

At 14,179 feet, Mount Shasta is one of the main reasons visitors come from near and far to spend time in Shasta County.

2. Hike the Lake Siskiyou Trail

During a weekend away in Mount Shasta, spend time exploring the area by taking this scenic hike in nature. Since it's rated easy, the Lake Siskiyou Trail is the ideal destination to take your entire family, too.

3. Learn about Mount Shasta

When you visit the Mount Shasta Sisson Museum, you'll be able to learn more about the history of this area in Northern California.

4. Stay in an AirBnb surrounded by nature

One of the many perks of visiting Mount Shasta is spending time in nature. Therefore, book an Airbnb with views like the one in this photo.

5. Shop for souvenirs

Spend some time browsing the novelty shops, such as

Raven Tree in the town's Downtown area.

If you're looking for more to do after spending time in Shasta, check out 13 Incredible Trips In Northern California That Will Change Your Life for additional ideas of where else to explore when you're in this part of the state.