Shasta County, California
Shasta County is located in Northern California, where the Sacramento Valley meets the surrounding mountains. The area offers abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, including hiking, fishing, and swimming. The Sacramento River flows through the county and is an important part of its landscape.
Shasta Lake is a major attraction and is popular for boating and houseboating. It is California’s largest reservoir. Although Mount Shasta is located just north of the county, it can often be seen from many parts of the region.
Redding is the largest city and serves as the county seat. With a population of nearly 181,000 people, Shasta County combines a growing urban center with rural communities, forests, lakes, and mountain scenery.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Shasta County |
| County Seat | Redding |
| Population | Approximately 181,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Redding, Anderson, Shasta Lake, Palo Cedro, Cottonwood, Red Bluff, and others |
| Interstates and Highways | I-5, SR 44, SR 299 |
| FIPS Code | 06-089 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 3,847 square miles (Land: 3,636 sq mi, Water: 211 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Siskiyou County (North), Modoc County (Northeast), Lassen County (East), Plumas County (Southeast), Tehama County (South), Trinity County (West) |
| Time Zone | Pacific Standard Time (PST) |
| State | California |
| Coordinates | 40.5865° N, 122.3917° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Shasta people, a Native American tribe (and Mount Shasta) |
| Major Landmarks | Mount Shasta, Shasta Lake, Lassen Volcanic National Park, Shasta Dam, Whiskeytown Lake |
PHYSICAL MAP
Shasta County Topographic Map
This topographic map highlights Shasta County’s diverse landscape of volcanoes, mountains, lakes, and river valleys. The detailed contours make it easy to explore Mount Shasta and the varied terrain of Northern California.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Shasta County Satellite Map
This satellite map shows Mount Shasta’s snow-capped volcanic cone rising prominently in the northern part of the county. Shasta Lake’s irregular shoreline forms a striking blue network among the surrounding forested mountains.
OUTLINE MAP
Shasta County Blank Map
This blank map outlines Shasta County’s irregular shape in Northern California. The simple design encompasses Mount Shasta, Shasta Lake, and portions of the Sacramento Valley.
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