Half Day Tour to Faery Waterfalls, Castle Lake and Mount Shasta

4.8 (8 reviews) California, USA
Duration4h - 5h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 4 travelers

Overview

This exciting tour really shows off what Mount Shasta has to offer. Spend half the tour on the west side, the Klamath Mountain Range. This includes going to Ney Springs and Faery Falls. This area is known as one of the Sacred Sites in this area. We next visit spectacular Castle Lake. Learn about Limnology, the study of the crystal clear water.
We spend the second half of the tour on the mountain. We will explore the lower slopes of Mt. Shasta by driving Everitt Memorial Highway, the only paved road on Mt. Shasta. We'll take short side trips to unique sites. We will continue and stop at Red Fir Flat. Learn about the Shasta Red Firs and visit Ascension Rock. We will continue to Bunny Flat, the main trailhead. If the road is open, we'll go to the Old Ski Bowl.

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water

What to expect

  1. Faery Falls/Ney Springs
    1h
    This area is known for it’s powerful spiritual energy and history. See the original stone wall built during the 1880 resort days where crispy clear water comes out.
    The trail up to the falls is a quarter mile on a uneven dirt road. There are side trails to the falls and springs.
  2. Castle Lake
    30m
    This glaciated alpine lake was created over 10,000 years ago. It’s a 47 acre lake. The Native Americans spent time here back in the 1850s. It’s popular for swimming and it’s beautiful serene setting.
  3. Mount Shasta
    20m
    2nd stop-Wagon Camp Road. This area is known for its fascinating geological and spiritual significance. This area is often associated with Ancestral Mt. Shasta and has a spiritual vortex energy presence. Learn about the famous Lemurians, the City of Telos, the Yaktavians, known as the bell makers and more. We will either walk or drive in depending on road conditions. 15-30 minute stop.
  4. 30m
    Ascension Rock is a well known Power Spot! It is a short walk in.  Many people like to do silent meditations at this location.
  5. 30m
    This is the main trailhead on Mt. Shasta. We will be at 6,950 ft. Stop for pictures and restroom.
  6. 15m
    7,900 ft. Old Ski Bowl, Mt. Shasta. This stop is available from July 1-Nov. 1 depending on weather conditions. Learn the history of Mt. Shasta Ski Lodge that was operational from 1959 to 1978. A series of avalanches lead to its closure. Spectacular views of the Klamath Mountains and Mt. Eddy range.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at the south side of Berryvale Grocery Parking Lot. Look for a White Honda CRV.

End point

We will meet at the south side of Berryvale Grocery Parking Lot. Look for a White Honda CRV.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining time will be spent for traveling.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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