Discover Yreka: The Golden City

Lodging

Yreka offers a mix of cozy inns, motels, and charming vacation rentals right off of I-5 Freeway. With a number of lodging options, budget travelers will be pleased with the competitive pricing in Yreka. Staying in Yreka is both practical and convenient. Some popular options include:

• Comfort Inn- Free breakfast, free WiFi, outdoor pool right in the heart of Yreka. What more would you want!?
• Best Western Miner’s Inn: Centrally located with comfortable amenities such as a deluxe full-breakfast and pet-friendly rooms!
• Holiday Inn Express Yreka-Shasta Area: Great for families and business travelers. This location serves full breakfast every day.
• Relax Inn: A retro-style stay with a local vibe. And they have a great outdoor pool!
• Klamath Motor Lodge: A friendly owner-operated property, also with a pool, lawn and BBQ.
• Baymont Inn & Suites: A practical stop for travelers passing through. It offers straightforward, comfortable rooms and typical amenities like free Wi‑Fi, breakfast, and parking.
• Local B&Bs and vacation rentals: For a more personal touch, check out the unique listings on our website or sites like AirBNB. From RV-parks, to farm stays, and downtown apartments and homes, we have it all.

A Bit of Culture

• Historic Walking Tours: Engaging one-hour guided experiences through Yreka’s rich past, highlighting historic sites and stories from the Gold Rush era and beyond.
• Siskiyou County Museum: A nonprofit institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the region’s rich history through indoor exhibits and a 2.5-acre outdoor museum featuring historic buildings, early transportation, and cultural artifacts from Native American heritage to pioneer settlement.
• Liberty Arts Gallery: A nonprofit contemporary fine art space dedicated to enriching cultural heritage through exhibitions, educational programs, and community engagement with diverse artistic expressions.
• Bella Art Works: A creative café that blends a retro soda fountain with a DIY art studio, offering ceramic painting, canvas art, and a menu with ice cream, soups, salads, and their award winning “Grown Up” grilled cheeses.
• Rain Rock Casino: A gaming and entertainment destination with 349 slot machines, 8 table games, a full-service restaurant, and welcoming atmosphere. Concerts, comedy shows, and other entertainment are featured regularly.

Shopping

Explore local shops and artisan goods that can be found around town, mostly centralized in the Miner Street Historic District. The historic hub of commerce, that dates back to the Gold Rush is dotted with quaint boutiques, antique stores, and local art galleries. Up the street check out Yreka Farmer’s Market, which falls on summer Fridays at Miner Street Park, featuring local produce and crafts. Some favorite shops worth exploring are Miner Street Mercantile, Broadway Gifts, Lona Mae’s, and Hospice Thrift Shop. Pick up something uniquely Siskiyou to remember your trip!

Dynamic Events

Yreka has a thriving year-round events scene that caters to all interests. Check out our events calendar for more events in Yreka during your stay.

• Yreka Summer Concerts in the Park: Free regional live music at Miner Street Park. BYOB, blankets and chairs out to warm summer nights in the park, happens Friday evenings in June and July.
• Golden City Days: Father’s Day Weekend, Historic Downtown Miner Street, celebrating Yreka’s gold rush history with live music, street vendors shopping and fun for all ages.
• Father’s Day Car Show: Every Father’s Day, Presented by the Elks Lodge at Miner Street Park. Come check out the cars, music and refreshments with Dads and Grads!
• Siskiyou Beef N Brew: A lively annual event where local businesses serve up delicious beef appetizers and craft brews along Miner Street, accompanied by live music and a celebration of community and regional flavors. Presented by Siskiyou County Cattlewomen.
• Siskiyou Golden Fair: A five-day annual celebration held each August featuring livestock shows, rodeos, concerts, contests, and family-friendly entertainment that highlights the region’s agricultural heritage. Hosted annually at the Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds for over 100 years.
• Siskiyou Scenic Bike Tour: Happening every May, this vibrant cycling tour offers road and gravel courses of varying distances. Even if you are not a cyclist, this weekend is packed with community and action!

Check out Yreka’s Parks

Yreka maintains many parks and a plaza for public enjoyment. Greenhorn Park, the most well-known and largest, is great for hiking, fishing, and picnicking. Enjoy accessible trails, scenic views, disc golf and Greenhorn Reservoir. A great place for a bike ride, picnic, or just a casual stroll. Miner Street Park has a central location, great for events and gatherings, also home to Yreka Summer Concerts in the Park, Yreka Farmers’ Market, and the Yreka Elks Lodge Father’s Day Car Show. Check out more parks here!

Yreka’s Dining: a bit of everything!

Momo’s Burgers: Homemade American favorites, like burgers, fries, and shakes. A local gem worth a visit!

Strings Italian Café: Rustic and casual with hearty Italian classics on downtown’s Miner Street.

Casa Ramos Restaurant: Family-friendly and right downtown with an extensive menu of classic Mexican dishes.

Smoked Tomato Pie: Fun and casual Pizza & American food with live music on Wednesdays.

Pupuseria La Paz: A Salvadoran hidden gem for authentic Central American flavors.

Gonzo’s Breakfast House:  Breakfast & Brunch Classic diner feel with hearty portions.

Roadhouse Bar & Grill: Casual Steakhouse with a full bar and outdoor seating right off the main drag!

Linda’s Soup Café: Soups & Sandwiches, perfect for a light lunch on the go.

Natalee Thai Cuisine: Great atmosphere and perfect for meeting up with friends or family to enjoy some authentic Thai dishes.

Yreka is often considered a hidden gem being easy to pass by on the way to more well-known destinations, yet truly a treasure filled with charm and things to experience. It’s no surprise it’s called The Golden City!