Shasta Lake

Just a few miles to the north of the city of Redding sits the reservoir known as Shasta Lake. This lake was developed in the 1940s when the Shasta Dam was constructed and blocked the Sacramento River.

The largest artificial reservoir in the state, Shasta Lake is a well-liked spot for house boating and fishing excursions and may be one of the best lakes in California to live on. Shasta Lake is a reservoir located in the Cascade region with stunning views all around. One of the best lakes to visit in California, the mountains surrounding the lake frequently have a light dusting of snow well into the spring.

Buy a ticket for a tour to Lake Shasta Caverns if you're staying in the area for more than a day and want to see something extraordinary and mind-blowing. This privately owned cave has extremely experienced tour guides and a gift shop with fascinating rocks and jewels.

You can rent a houseboat on Shasta Lake if you're feeling daring, but the Shasta region and Redding to the south also provide an unlimited number of cozy motels and vacation rentals.

Location: Shasta-Trinity National ForestShasta County, California