The Top 20 Lakes in Shasta County
Looking to visit the best lakes in Shasta County? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Shasta County’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: September 30, 2025
Lake Helen is a glacial tarn situated at approximately 8,200 feet in Lassen Volcanic National Park, in Northern California. Located south of Lassen Peak and west of Bumpass Mountain, the …
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Keswick Reservoir, part of the Sacramento River watershed, harbors both cold-water species like rainbow and brown trout and warm-water species akin to those at Shasta Dam.
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A low earthen dam separates Crystal Lake from the larger Baum Lake, with a short wooden bridge across the outflow where the water drops a few feet. This is probably …
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Great elevated view of the reservoir, next to visitor centre and many info panels on nature and history of the area
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Cold Boiling Lake is a lesser hydrothermal area diminishing in activity. Bubbles can still be seen near the shore.
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There is good and easy access to the water if you want to fill your water bottles. Just note that there might be anglers around.
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The lake is still beautiful, but the trees are burned heavily around the shore.
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Most of the trees survived the fire of 2021. Enjoy the view from the PCT since there is no official side trail to the lake.
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The dam also serves to cross to the other side of the river. A little further below the dam is an interesting water jet in the river, shooting a significant …
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Swimming is generally better from the north shore; the south shore is more grassy.
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