The Top 15 Peaks in Siskiyou County
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Siskiyou County is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 15
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. Thatโs why weโve collected the best peaks and summits in Siskiyou County for you here โ so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. Thatโs why weโve collected the best peaks and summits in Siskiyou County for you here โ so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: December 10, 2025
Black Butte Summit
Highlight โข Summit
Though it might pale in comparison to Mount Shasta's grandeur, Black Butte is still a prominent landmark in southern Siskiyou County and it definitely captivates drivers with its conical shape โฆ
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Etna Summit Climb (West)
Highlight (Segment) โข Summit
Climbing Etna Summit northwards on is a seriously steep but rewarding ascent into the remote Klamath Mountains. Prepare for a tough climb of approximately 7-8 miles while gaining around 3,000ft โฆ
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Mount Shasta Summit
Highlight โข Summit
In the fall you can literally hike up to the summit of this tallest free-standing mountain in the lower US via the eastern route without climbing or any snow. The โฆ
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Etna Summit Trailhead - Pacific Crest Trail โฐ๏ธ
Highlight โข Trail
From July 30, 2022 the Pacific Crest Trail is closed northbound up until mile 1,710 due to the McKinney and China 2 fires.
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Mt. Shasta Climb
Highlight (Segment) โข Climb
Climbing towards Mount Shasta via the Everett Memorial Highway is a long, steady ascent offering increasingly dramatic, close-up views of this iconic volcano. Prepare for a sustained climb averaging a โฆ
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Mt Shasta summit ๐ (4321m)
Highlight โข Summit
Tallest free standing Cascade volcano in California.
For a winter snowshoe/crampon ascent route via Casaval Ridge and descent via standard Avalanche Gulch route see: komoot.com/tour/9090975
For an AT ski ascent โฆ
For a winter snowshoe/crampon ascent route via Casaval Ridge and descent via standard Avalanche Gulch route see: komoot.com/tour/9090975
For an AT ski ascent โฆ
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Avalanche Gulch ๐ Mt Shasta
Highlight โข Climb
Avalanche Gulch is the standard route to climb Mt Shasta, typically done in spring/early summer as long as snow holds the loose rocks in place that pose a severe rock โฆ
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Clear Creek Trail - TrailHead to Springs
Highlight (Segment) โข Trail
This is the complete trail from the Trailhead to the Clear Creek springs. After registering at the trailhead and paying the fee for climbing over 10'000 feet elevation the trail โฆ
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Carter Meadows Summit - Pacific Crest Trailhead
Highlight โข Summit
On the South Side of the cut made for Callahan-Cecilville Road through the ridge is Carter Meadows Summit. Another small trail branches off the Pacific Crest Trail here to a hidden summit.
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North Gate Trail to Hotlum/Bolam ridge
Highlight (Segment) โข Trail
Faint but detectable trail from the North Gate trailhead to the foot of Hotlum/Bolam ridge. The route continues up the ridge, though it's not marked and even less visible, and โฆ
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