In UpState California lies one of the best kept secrets - the Shasta Cascade region! From glistening lakes and world-class rivers to scenic drives and back-country roads, the Shasta Cascade provides something for everyone to discover and enjoy. Covering 20% of California, this area offers great recreation, adventure or pure relaxation - the perfect escape from the fast pace of city life. Come and savor the uncrowded, unspoiled wide open spaces where you'll have the chance to explore, reflect, refresh and bond.
Start planning your vacation now by exploring the website, calling 1-800-474-2782 or download our virtual Visitor Guide.
Our Shasta Cascade Wonderland team is thinking of you during this challenging time. We are updating our business listing pages with information as it pertains to COVIN-19. We wish you well and hope to see you in UpStateCA when it is safe for us all to travel once again.
Due to recent COVID-19 guidelines we are postponing our UpStateCA Tourism Summit previously scheduled on April 28th at Almendra Winery & Distillery. We will open registration with our new date as soon as possible and hope you will join us.
If you want to go for a nice walk (or run, or ride), UpState CA has a trail for you…hundreds of miles of them in fact! Enjoy river views, rolling foothills, and/or gorgeous mountain vistas along the well-maintained trails, with amenities and kindred spirits scattered along the way.
Some of the best fishing in California is located in the Shasta Cascade Region and whether it’s fly fishing for trout, seeking out the best cove for bass, or spin fishing on a mountain river, virtually anyone can enjoy casting a line.
Explore UpState California’s uncrowded national and state parks including McArthur – Burney Falls State Park, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Castle Crags State Park, Lava Beds National Monument and Lake Shasta Caverns National Natural Landmark.
The 500-mile Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway is one of 31 All American Roads in the USA. To purchase a 160-page interpretive guide, call the California Welcome Center in Anderson at 530-365-7500.
