Random Mountain Town of the Week

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Mountain Dwellings
August 06, 2025

Welcome back to Random Mountain Towns!

This week’s Random Mountain Town is….

Mount Shasta, California!

Fast Facts about Mount Shasta:

  • Population: 3,124 (2024)

  • Nickname: "City of Saints and Mystics”

  • Elevation: 3,586 feet

  • Year Founded: 1905

  • Distance to Closest Larger City: 1 hour drive to Redding or 3 hour 30 minute drive to Sacramento.

Homes for Sale in Mount Shasta:

Zillow: According to Zillow, as of 2025:

The average home value in Mount Shasta is $416,617.

Click on each to see the full listing!

1644 N Shasta Ranch Rd, Mount Shasta, CA 96067 | MLS #20250564 | Zillow

This 1565 square feet Single Family home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 1644 N Shasta Ranch Rd, Mount Shasta, CA.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/1644-N-Shasta-Ranch-Rd-Mount-Shasta-CA-96067/15974342_zpid

217 Villa Rd, Mount Shasta, CA 96067 | MLS #25-1882 | Zillow

This 1236 square feet Single Family home has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It is located at 217 Villa Rd, Mount Shasta, CA.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/217-Villa-Rd-Mount-Shasta-CA-96067/15974861_zpid

4620 W A Barr Rd, Mount Shasta, CA 96067 | MLS #25-236 | Zillow

This 8564 square feet Single Family home has 7 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. It is located at 4620 W A Barr Rd, Mount Shasta, CA.

www.zillow.com/homedetails/4620-W-A-Barr-Rd-Mount-Shasta-CA-96067/69029115_zpid

Closest Ski Resort:

Mt. Shasta Ski Park is just 12 miles from town!

-635 acres of skiable terrain

-38 trails

-4 lifts

-157 inches of annual snowfall

Where to Stay in Mount Shasta:

You can stay in the tiny home with incredible views of Mount Shasta!

Home in Mount Shasta · ★4.97 · 1 bedroom · 1 bed · 2 baths

Mtn Hideaway with stunning views

www.airbnb.com/rooms/786902478647825820?search_mode=regular_search&adults=1&check_in=2025-09-21&check_out=2025-09-26&children=0&infants=0&pets=0&source_impression_id=p3_1754441043_P3D624BlLdPKbn1T&previous_page_section_name=1000&federated_search_id=18b2b8c8-4d04-4258-872c-4acdeb747c67

Hiking Near Mount Shasta:

  • Castle Lake: Offers various trails around the lake, with options for different skill levels. 

Here are some other popular trails in the Mount Shasta area:

  • McCloud Falls: Features three waterfalls along the McCloud River, with trails connecting them and swimming holes at the lower falls. 

  • Gray Butte: A moderate 3.4-mile hike with views of Mount Shasta. 

  • Heart Lake: A shorter, 2.2-mile hike near Mount Shasta City. 

  • Castle Crags State Park: Offers trails like Root Creek Trail, with options for different lengths and difficulty. Castle Crags State Park:

    Offers trails like Root Creek Trail, with options for different lengths and difficulty.

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