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Glass Mountain Trail

Glass Mountain Trail

Near Tulelake, California is Glass Mountain which is a 4.9 mile round trip trail with moderate traffic. Glass Mountain offers beautiful views and mostly used for hiking, walking, nature trips, and birding which is the best from June until September.  

Category: Medium

Distance: 4.9 miles

Elevation Gain: 1,082 feet

Route Type: Out & Back

Directions: From 1-5 N, take exit 736 to merge onto CA-89 S/Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway toward McCloud. Turn left onto Harris Spring Road/Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway. After 4.4 miles, turn right onto Medicine Lake Road. Stay on this road for 25 miles, then take a right onto U.S. Forest Service Road 97. Continue on for 5.4 miles, until this road turns into Usfs 43 N 53. Turn left onto Tionesta Road. Trailhead will be on your left.

Highlights: Scenic views of Tulelake, excellent bird watching in summer

Photo Credit: Summit Post – Glass Mountain (mrchad9)

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(530) 926-4511 (Mount Shasta Ranger Station)
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✨SURPRISE ENCORE SHOW!✨

Just when you thought the Yreka Summer Concert Series was over… we’ve got one more night of free music for you! 🎶

Join us for a special encore concert on Friday, 9/12 at Miner Street Park as we celebrate community, live music, and our chance to bring even more free concerts to Yreka in 2026-2028!

🗳️ We are in the running to receive a Levitt AMP Music Series Grant, which would allow us to expand the Yreka summer concert series over the next three years. We have advanced to the semifinals round, which is PUBLIC VOTING from Sept. 5-15.

We`ll share the voting link when it`s live! For now, spread the word about this special encore concert and let`s rally together - Yreka deserves it. 💛

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✨SURPRISE ENCORE SHOW!✨ Just when you thought the Yreka Summer Concert Series was over… we’ve got one more night of free music for you! 🎶 Join us for a special encore concert on Friday, 9/12 at Miner Street Park as we celebrate community, live music, and our chance to bring even more free concerts to Yreka in 2026-2028! 🗳️ We are in the running to receive a Levitt AMP Music Series Grant, which would allow us to expand the Yreka summer concert series over the next three years. We have advanced to the semifinals round, which is PUBLIC VOTING from Sept. 5-15. We'll share the voting link when it's live! For now, spread the word about this special encore concert and let's rally together - Yreka deserves it. 💛 #YrekaConcerts #LevittAMP #EncoreShow #VoteForYreka

🎶 Don`t miss the final Yreka Summer Concert in the Park! 🎶

This Friday, August 1, wrap up the season with a sunset performance by the Seth Charles Band — known for their soulful blend of rock, blues, and Americana vibes. Bring your lawn chairs, pack a picnic (or grab local eats from a variety of vendors at the show), and enjoy one last evening of live music under the Siskiyou sky. 🌄🎸

📍 Miner Street Park, Yreka
🕕 Music starts at 6:30 PM
💃 Free & family-friendly!

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🎶 Don't miss the final Yreka Summer Concert in the Park! 🎶 This Friday, August 1, wrap up the season with a sunset performance by the Seth Charles Band — known for their soulful blend of rock, blues, and Americana vibes. Bring your lawn chairs, pack a picnic (or grab local eats from a variety of vendors at the show), and enjoy one last evening of live music under the Siskiyou sky. 🌄🎸 📍 Miner Street Park, Yreka 🕕 Music starts at 6:30 PM 💃 Free & family-friendly! Let’s end the summer series on a high note — we’ll see you there! 🎤🎶 #YrekaEvents #SiskiyouSummerNights #LiveMusicInThePark #DiscoverSiskiyou #SethCharlesBand

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🌿 Tucked just off the highway in Dunsmuir lies a little slice of magic — Hedge Creek Falls! This easy walk leads to a waterfall you can literally walk behind, with mist on your face and views of Mt. Shasta peeking through the trees. A perfect quick stop that feels like a secret. 💦✨ 📸: @backroadsculture #DiscoverSiskiyou #HedgeCreekFalls #DunsmuirCA #WaterfallWednesday #HiddenGems #NorCalNature #VisitSiskiyou

🎶 Southern Oregon’s legendary Rogue Suspects are bringing the groove to the Yreka Summer Concert Series this Friday, July 18! 🎸🌟

Join us at the park for a night of classic, high-energy jams you won’t want to miss. Bring your lawn chairs, your dancing shoes, and your summer vibes! ☀️🕺💃

🎤 Music starts at 6:30 PM
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🎟️ Free & family-friendly!
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🎶 Southern Oregon’s legendary Rogue Suspects are bringing the groove to the Yreka Summer Concert Series this Friday, July 18! 🎸🌟 Join us at the park for a night of classic, high-energy jams you won’t want to miss. Bring your lawn chairs, your dancing shoes, and your summer vibes! ☀️🕺💃 🎤 Music starts at 6:30 PM 📍 Miner Street Park, Yreka 🎟️ Free & family-friendly! 🌮 Food + Beverage Trucks On-Site #YrekaSummerConcerts #RogueSuspects #LiveMusicYreka #SiskiyouVibes #discoversiskiyou #seesiskiyou #redding #mtshasta #yreka #southernoregon #medford #ashland #norcal

🚗✨ Etna, CA: where charm meets adventure in the heart of the Siskiyous. From artisan butcher shops to mountain trails and locally brewed beers, this little town packs a big punch. 🌄🍻

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🚗✨ Etna, CA: where charm meets adventure in the heart of the Siskiyous. From artisan butcher shops to mountain trails and locally brewed beers, this little town packs a big punch. 🌄🍻 What's your favorite spot in Etna? #SmallTownExpeditions #EtnaCalifornia #DiscoverSiskiyou #HiddenGems #RoadTripVibes #siskiyou #etna #siskiyoucounty #smalltowns #norcal #mountaintowns

🌲✨ Tucked away in the heart of the Klamath National Forest, Happy Camp is your gateway to wild beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm. Whether you`re casting a line in the Klamath River, hiking through ancient forests, or just soaking in the quiet, there`s something peaceful—and powerful—about this special corner of West Siskiyou.

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🌲✨ Tucked away in the heart of the Klamath National Forest, Happy Camp is your gateway to wild beauty, outdoor adventure, and small-town charm. Whether you're casting a line in the Klamath River, hiking through ancient forests, or just soaking in the quiet, there's something peaceful—and powerful—about this special corner of West Siskiyou. 🚗 Take the scenic drive and discover why it's called Happy Camp. #DiscoverSiskiyou #HappyCampCA #VisitCalifornia #NorCalHiddenGems #KlamathRiver #AdventureAwaits

Happy Fourth of July! 🎆

Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, hiking under the stars, kayaking on crystal-clear lakes, or enjoying a local festival—Siskiyou is the perfect place to make holiday memories.

🎇 Please remember to recreate responsibly - do not light your own fireworks, and pack out all of your trash! Tag us in your weekend fun using #DiscoverSiskiyou and stay safe out there! 🗻🌲💥

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🌟Yreka Golden City Days 2025🌟

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