McCloud, California is located in the southeast corner of Siskiyou County at the base of Mt. Shasta. The town (population 1,100) is just 9 miles east of the town of Mt. Shasta on Highway 89 (from I-5); 70 miles north of Redding, California; 100 miles south of Medford, Oregon and 270 miles west of Reno, Nevada.
The Peak of Perfection
“When I first caught sight of it over the braided folds of the Sacramento Valley, I was fifty miles away and afoot, alone and weary. Yet all my blood turned to wine, and I have not been weary since.” - John Muir, upon first glance of Mt. Shasta
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Outdoor Activities
There is no shortage of outdoor activities in and around the McCloud area. Come to go hiking, canoeing, skiing, mountain biking, climbing Mt. Shasta, trout fishing, golfing, hunting, horseback riding, snowmobiling, sledding, shooting range, geocaching, and swimming. The options are endless!
These links might be helpful in planning your day:
MT. SHASTA SKI PARK
MCCLOUD FALLS RECREATION AREA
SLEDDING AT SNOWMAN'S HILL
TRAILRIDING ON HORSEBACK
KAYAK RENTALS AND OUTDOOR GEAR
GREAT SHASTA RAIL TRAIL
BURNEY FALLS STATE PARK
APPLE HARVEST FESTIVAL
Local Events
Follow us on Instagram @visitmccloud for more local info. Click on the McCloud Events button below to verify upcoming events.
In addition, McCloud has several wedding venues and the Tucci House is a perfect place to stay for the weekend and to get ready for the big day.
SHASTA MOUNTAIN ART, BREW, AND WINE FEST - July 9, 2022
MCCLOUD LUMBERJACK FIESTA - July 29-31, 2022
MCCLOUD RIVER MERCANTILE
Around Town
McCloud has eight restaurants (some links below) with something to please every palate - pub fare, fine dining, specialty coffees, baked goods, and deli sandwiches made to order. Beer, wine, and/or spirits are served at most McCloud eateries. Try the dinner specials at the Meat Market Tavern, craft beer at Siskiyou Brew Works, or pastries at Clearwater Coffee.
Unique shops can be found in the Mercantile Building and lining Main Street.
Our town also has a gas station, gym, grocery store, convenience store, medical clinic, several churches, and post office.