Sisson Meadow
A restored wetland boardwalk in the heart of downtown with unobstructed mountain views the whole way. Easy, quiet, walkable from the Inn. Graciously and meticulously maintained by volunteers from the Siskiyou Land Trust.
A Quiet Path in the Middle of Town
Tucked into the heart of downtown Mount Shasta, Sisson Meadow is a 7.5-acre nature preserve that feels worlds away from the streets nearby. A gentle boardwalk winds through spring-fed wetland and flowering meadow, with benches, picnic spots, and a small pond reflecting the mountain. It offers 360-degree views that take in Mount Shasta, Black Butte, Mount Eddy, and the distant peaks of the Castle Crags. Restored and protected by the Siskiyou Land Trust, it's a quiet, easy, family-friendly place to slow down, watch the light shift on the mountain, and breathe. Flat and largely accessible, the meadow is a favorite for a sunset stroll or a peaceful pause between exploring the shops and restaurants steps away.
(Photo courtesy of the Siskiyou Land Trust)
Siskiyou Land Trust: Sisson Meadow
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Native plants and peaceful riverside trails along the Upper Sacramento. Easy to walk past, worth stopping for.
Start at Castle Lake — glacial water, granite walls, one of the best swimming spots in the area. The trail above leads to Heart Lake, where Mount Shasta fills the entire horizon.
A growing network of flowy, multi-use trails fanning out from the edge of town toward the mountain — open to bikers, hikers, and runners alike. With everything from beginner-friendly singletrack to bigger backcountry rides, it's Mount Shasta's mountain biking playground, and it's only getting better.
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From summit logistics to a quiet picnic spot we don't put on the map — the front desk has been doing this for years. Send us a note before you arrive, or stop by when you check in.