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LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

The hidden gem of Northern California, McCloud, is surrounded by old-growth forest at the base of California’s top volcano, Mt. Shasta. With beautiful spring-fed rivers, pristine hiking trails, and lakes, this little town is that of a nature lovers dream. With world-class fly fishing, hiking, California’s oldest 9 holes golf course, and a ski park just minutes away, you won’t get bored.

Here are a few things you can do while staying with us at the McCloud Mercantile Hotel!  Please let us know if you need additional information.

The Fun Awaits You in McCloud

Scenic Tours

 

Winter Sports

 

  • Shasta Board and Ski Park – Snowboarding, downhill skiing, mountain biking, rock climbing, and yearly events. Just a 10-minute drive from McCloud.
    (530) 926-8610

  • Siskiyou Ice Rink

  • Shasta Nordic – Locally based non-profit organization that offers cross country groomed and backcountry trails and rental equipment.  Donations are welcomed.
    (530) 925-3494 or (530) 925-3495

  • The Fun Factory – Snowmobile & WaveRunner (530) 926-5387 or (530) 925-1465

  • McCloud Outdoors Gear Exchange – A full-service outdoor gear store that offers outdoor tours, including kayaking, ice-cave tours, and cycling.
    530-713-9070 or 530-713-9072

Summer Sports

  • McCloud Golf Club – California’s oldest nine-hole golf course. 530-964-2535

  • Grey Butte Trail

  • Lake Siskiyou Resort – Swim or sunbathe at the Beach! Play in The Splash Zone, Lake Siskiyou’s very own Water Park.  Rent a pedal boat, canoe, or kayak from the Beach Rental/Splash Zone Hut.

  • McCloud Outdoors Gear Exchange – A full-service outdoor gear store that offers outdoor tours, including kayaking, ice-cave tours, and cycling.530-713-9070 or 530-713-9072

Guided Tours

 

  • John Rickard Fly Fishing Adventures – Fly fish with an experienced local guide for rainbow & German Brown Trout.  Packages and equipment avail. & beginners welcome.

  • Shasta Vortex Adventures – Mt. Shasta guided tours, integrative healthcare, and sacred site treks, telemark, and winter awareness clinics, custom tours.
    (530) 926-4326

  • Shasta Climber’s Guides – Offers current mountain conditions, photo tours, and information on how to get to the summit.

  • Shasta Valley Balloons – Flights daily over the beautiful Shasta Valley north of Mt. Shasta, one of the most magnificent volcanic peaks in the world
    (530) 926-3612

  • Shasta Mountain Guides – Mountaineering, rock climbing, special women’s trips, and skiing.  This company specializes in high-quality adventures on the Mt. Shasta peak.
    (530) 926-3117

  • Jack Trout – Fly Fishing guide service by drift boat, wading, or raft.
    (530) 926-4540

  • Shasta Gravity Adventures

Outdoor Equipment and Apparel

 

Visitor’s Information

 

  • McCloud Chamber of Commerce – Offers visitors’ information and business directory on McCloud and the surrounding area.  Includes a special events calendar.
    (530) 964-3113

  • Discover Siskiyou – A great website with a plethora of activity ideas and places to go while in Siskiyou County. (530) 842-1638

  • Shasta Chamber of Commerce – Offers visitors’ information and business directory on Mt. Shasta and the surrounding area.  Includes a special events calendar.
    (800) 926-3696

  • Siskiyou County Visitors Bureau – Has a variety of activities and ready-made, self-guided tours.
    (530) 926-3850

  • Mtshasta.com – Northern California and Chile fly fishing and scenic tour guide’s photos and stories. (530) 926-4540

 

 

Business Links

 

 

 

Family Fun

 

Several rooms at the McCloud River Mercantile Hotel are designed to accommodate small families who are enjoying a California family vacation. The Mt. Shasta area in Northern California offers many activities and adventures that appeal to children of all ages. We’ve made several suggestions below of things you and your family might enjoy together during your stay.  Let us know when you make your guestroom reservation if we can provide additional information on any of these, and we will be happy to make arrangements for you on the adventures requiring advanced reservations!

Family Tree Cutting
This is one of the most popular packages, and we always see many return guests. Bring your family and take part in one of Americana’s favorite traditions … cutting down your own tree for the holidays. Our package includes Christmas Tree Cutting Permit and map, packed lunch box including hot chocolate and shortcake cookies. See our Specials & Packages page for more details.

 

Family Winter Getaway II (X-Country)
Cross country skiing and rentals for the family to enjoy Mother Nature’s winter magic at a relaxed pace. We’ll send you off with a packed lunch and be ready for your return with a luxurious salt soak (for mom & dad) and a hot bubble bath (for the kids). See our Specials & Packages page for more details.

Scenic Tous
Summer Sports
Guided Tours
Winter Sports
Family Fun
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