Attractions in UpState CA

Imagine a reason for every season! The Shasta Cascade region offers exceptional outdoor adventure activities year-round.

Come and experience the vivid display of spring colors in all areas of the Shasta Cascade. Spring also brings some of the best river rafting in the state; try an exciting rafting trip on one of Northern California’s many wild and scenic river, we have the best! Imagine cool clean waters splash against you as you glide through some of California’s most spectacular scenery. 

Summer offers the best of hiking, biking, backpacking, camping, houseboating, swimming, fishing, and much more. If you love kayaking- or if you’re a newcomer- try the free kayak tours offered by the National Park Service at Whiskeytown Lake. 

Fall boasts spectacular colors, so you don’t have to travel to the east coast to see autumn’s beautiful splendor. Meadows are splashed with vivid colors that dazzle year after year in the crisp, cool, mountain air. Whether you’re looking for an outdoor adventure, or just want a great getaway - fall for the Shasta Cascade Region! Winter brings a white wonderland to the Northstate. Cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, ice-skating at one of California’s few outdoor rinks, sledding, and snowshoeing in Lassen Volcanic National Park... there’s never a dull moment in the Shasta Cascade Region!