At 14,179 feet, Mount Shasta towers more than 10,000 feet above the surrounding landscape and can be seen from over a hundred miles away. The town at its base is a friendly base for exploring alpine lakes, waterfalls and the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Hidden California Gems Most Tourists Never Discover
Skip the crowds. These beaches, waterfalls and ghost towns show a side of California most visitors drive right past.
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