Shasta lake

Approximately 4 hours' drive north of San Francisco, Lake Shasta is California's largest reservoir, a crystal blue body of water. Popular for houseboat rentals, vacationers enjoy hiking in the surrounding forest, swimming, fishing, watersports, caving and more.

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If you love hanging out on the water, there's no better place in all of Northern California than the largest reservoir in the whole state.

Written by Brian Callender | Photography by Julie Boyd This post was sponsored by Visit Redding, but all opinions are our own. Since moving to Northern California in early 2017, the opportunity for new adventures has remained a constant in our lives. We push ourselves…

Explore the top activities and things to do in Shasta Lake with this guide. From boating across the expansive waters to exploring the mesmerizing Lake Shasta Caverns, this list has everything for outdoor enthusiasts. Perfect for those looking for things to do in Shasta Lake and nearby attractions like Burney Falls, Sundial Bridge, Mount Shasta, and more.

Best road trip stop, check out Lake Shasta for the best views of Mount Shasta.

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Planning a visit to Mount Shasta? Here are some of the top things to do! There's nothing like a summer road trip to Mt. Shasta! I put together a three-day itinerary that includes some of the best things to do when visiting this Northern California bucket list destination.

Get some ideas for things to do at Lake Shasta in Northern California, when you should go, where to stay.