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Shasta Lake Area Helpful Documents

Here are a number of useful documents provided by the US Forest Service. These documents will help you identify local flora and fauna as well as offer tips and tricks, such as fishing locations, recreation facilities locations, and other helpful information that can make your stay on Shasta Lake the best vacation ever. Bald Eagles […]

04/22/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Vacation Rentals

Hiking Trails

Samwel Cave Nature Trail The Trail is 1 mile    Samwel Cave is noted for its use among the Wintu Indians. Samwel is a Wintu word meaning holy place. Also known as the Cave of the      Lost Maiden & Cave of Magic Pools. In the closed portion of the cave, scientists have discovered Cultural Artifacts […]

04/15/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Insider

Off-Lake Lodging

While our houseboats offer exceptional living and sleeping quarters, there may be times you come to the lake and want to stay on land. These nearby lodging facilities offer lovely and quaint cabins, some with private views of the lake. For those with RVs, the Lakeshore Inn and RV has space for RV camping complete […]

04/04/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Vacation Rentals

Shasta Lake Resources

Perhaps you have been bitten by the houseboating bug and wish to purchase one for yourself? Or maybe you are curious about other attractions the Shasta Lake area offers? Feel free to peruse the links below for more information. Shasta Lake Houseboat Sales: This is the largest selection of BROKERED HOUSEBOATS in California! They also […]

04/02/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Vacation Rentals

Points of Interest

Shasta Dam Tour the one of the largest Concrete Dams in the U.S.  At 602 feet (183 m) high, it is the eighth tallest Dam in the United States. Located at the north end of the Sacramento Valley,  Shasta Dam creates Lake Shasta for long-term water storage, flood control and hydroelectricity. It’s the largest Reservoir […]

04/01/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Insider

Dockside Grocery Delivery & Nearby Grocery Pickup

Farmer’s Market: Start your trip off right! Allow Shasta Lake’s premier full-service supermarket to make your houseboat vacation fun from the start. It’s easy! Raley’s Lake Blvd This Redding location offers online shopping for pickup only. But at only 22 minutes away from Shasta Marina at Packers Bay, it’s an excellent option to stock up on […]

03/01/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Insider

Government Resources

Government Campground Reservations: Reserve your place under the stars with the National Recreation Reservation Service. Shasta Cascade Wonderland Association: Northern California’s Shasta Cascade region is a unique experience that fulfills just about any interest. Start planning your vacation now by exploring the website or downloading the online Visitors Guide. U.S. Department of Interior Bureau of Reclamation: Established […]

02/01/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Vacation Rentals

Restaurants

While our houseboats offer a full kitchen and amenities for whipping up just about any recipe you can think of, sometimes it’s great to have someone else do the cooking for you. The locations listed below are some of our favorites. Basshole Brews: Catch the excitement! We also feature a tackle and bait shop. We are […]

01/10/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Insider

Waterfalls

Little BackBone RockSlide BOAT ACCESS ONLY: Go to the Sacramento Arm at the end of Little Backbone Creek. Hike up the creek for approximately 20 minutes. Waters Gulch BOAT ACCESS ONLY: Go to the Sacramento Arm on the northern end near Packers Bay. This 20-foot waterfall is visible from the Waters Gulch Trail. Bear Creek […]

01/01/2018 | by teamporter | No Comments | Insider