Shasta State Historic Park

Shasta State Historic Park Shasta State Historic Park is open from sunrise to sunset. The Courthouse Museum is open Thursday-Sunday from 10am to 4pm.

The “Queen City of the Northern Mines,” Shasta State Historic Park was once the picturesque gold mining town of Shasta. In its heyday, the town was the center of commerce and social activity for northern California. To walk the cemeteries, sites and ruins is to look back in time at the daily lives of the merchants, families and miners who once lived and worked here. Content is Protected by Intelle

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06/22/2026
🌼☀️ It’s a beautiful day to step back in time at Shasta State Historic Park! ☀️🌼Take advantage of California State Parks...
06/20/2026

🌼☀️ It’s a beautiful day to step back in time at Shasta State Historic Park! ☀️🌼

Take advantage of California State Parks’ FREE Historian Passport and enjoy unlimited visits to more than 30 participating historic parks through the end of 2026.

🏛️ Explore the Courthouse Museum, featuring fascinating exhibits and artifacts from California’s Gold Rush era.

🌾 Stroll through the historic grounds and visit the Pioneer Barn, surrounded by bright summer wildflowers and the beauty of Old Shasta.

🎉 In honor of Juneteenth and the 250th anniversary of American independence, Californians can download a special edition Historian Passport for FREE from June 17 – July 6 and use it for unlimited visits beginning June 19 through the end of 2026.

📍 Shasta State Historic Park
15312 Highway 299 West
Shasta, CA 96087

🎟️ Download your FREE Historian Passport:
https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=30966

06/18/2026
06/11/2026

Beach Bus, Baby, Beach Bus…Folks lining up just to ride the Beach Bus…

Now that we have the Whiskeytown Redding Area Bus Authority version of Love Shack stuck in your mind, we invite you to take the Beach Bus this summer on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays as well as holiday weekends. Avoid the hassle of parking at your favorite beach and sit back and relax with public transportation from downtown Redding or Old Shasta to Brandy Creek Beach, Brandy Creek Marina, Oak Bottom Beach and more. For specific locations and timetable: https://rabaride.com/services/beach_bus.php.

Lastly, thank you to our friends over at RABA for this ongoing community partnership and public bus service. See you aboard!

06/06/2026

POV: You need a break from the Redding heat ☀️

The Beach Bus to Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is back starting Thursday, May 21! 🌊

Catch 4 daily trips to Brandy Creek and Oak Bottom every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday — plus Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Just $2 gets you lakeside vibes, cooler temps, and a stress-free ride to the beach.

For schedules and trip information, visit: https://ow.ly/oz1450Z1TxS

Shasta State Historic Park staff will be leading tours through the Courthouse Museum on Saturday, June 13th, and Sunday,...
05/28/2026

Shasta State Historic Park staff will be leading tours through the Courthouse Museum on Saturday, June 13th, and Sunday, June 14th at 11am, 1pm, and 3pm. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and starts at the entrance to the Courthouse Museum. Please RSVP using the link below; search “Shasta” to find tour times.

https://castateparksweek.org/event-finder/

05/22/2026
05/22/2026

Highway 89 through Lassen Volcanic National Park is open! Many trails at higher elevations are still snow-covered and the Bumpass Hell Trail remains closed. Prepare for winter conditions if you plan to hike. https://www.nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hours.htm
NPS Photo: Road in a snowy mountain landscape.

Address

15312 Highway 299 W
Shasta, CA
96087

Opening Hours

Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

Telephone

+15302438194

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