Soaring through the clear, blue skies above Shasta Lake you will find numerous magnificent birds. There are a large variety of birds around the Shasta area ranging from hummingbirds and jays to turkeys and eagles, so if you’re into birding, your heart will be full while you relax on your houseboat floating on Shasta Lake. […]
read more7 Must-See Day Trips Around Shasta Lake
If you plan on stopping at Shasta Lake in northern California for a few days while traveling or have an extended stay scheduled, and you’re looking for places to visit while there, look no further than our list of the top seven must-see spots near Shasta Lake. These fun and relaxing day trips can add excitement […]
read more5 Natural Wonders and 1 Man-made at Shasta Lake
Surrounding Lake Shasta are several natural wonders and one very dramatic man-made wonder. As you schedule your boat rental and visit to Shasta Lake, make plans to visit one, or all, of these spectacular sites. Man-Made Marvel Lake Shasta itself is a man-made reservoir in Northern California created when the engineering masterpiece of a 602-foot-high dam […]
read moreThe History of Shasta Lake
Ever wondered how the glorious Shasta Lake came to be? Before it was a popular vacation destination, it had an interesting origin story that is part of California’s history. The Origin of Shasta Lake Shasta Lake is a man-made reservoir in Northern California. With the construction of Shasta Dam across the Sacramento River during the […]
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