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Route 151--Shasta Dam Boulevard
This 3-mile section of State Route 151 is the best place to witness the Three Shastas the Shasta Dam, Shasta Lake, and the mighty Mount Shasta itself.
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Route 151--Shasta Dam Boulevard Details
This 3-mile section of State Route 151 is the best place to witness the Three Shastas the Shasta Dam, Shasta Lake, and the mighty Mount Shasta itself. The road begins at the dam, which is the 8th-largest dam in the world and the tallest in the state. From there, you will head south (waving goodbye to Shasta Lake in the distance) towards Interstate-5.
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Nearby Parks Around Route 151--Shasta Dam Boulevard
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Route 151--Shasta Dam Boulevard
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Sacramento River Rail Trail
A hidden gem along the Sacramento River, this beautiful trail is rarely frequented by visitors, making it a great ride for those who want to escape the city.
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Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
Lake or waterfall? Choose your pleasure, or experience both, at California's Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.
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Shasta State Historic Park
Once a thriving mining town, the 19th-century buildings of Shasta are now preserved inside this historic park.
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Shasta-Trinity National Forest
At 2.2 million acres in size, the Shasta - Trinity National Forest is the largest of all the national forests in California.
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Crystal Creek Falls
This is one of the more accessible waterfalls in Whiskeytown National Park.