Old Shasta — the historic community just west of Redding along Highway 299 — offers a rare blend of Gold Rush history, rural character, and proximity to one of Northern California’s most beautiful destinations: Whiskeytown Lake and the Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. It’s a special place for buyers who want space, scenery, and a sense of history.
Once a booming Gold Rush town and now home to Shasta State Historic Park, the Old Shasta area is largely rural, with homes on acreage, custom properties, and a quiet, established feel beneath oak-covered hills. Just minutes west sits Whiskeytown Lake, prized for its crystal-clear water, swimming, boating, and miles of trails and waterfalls, while Redding’s amenities are a short drive east. Prices vary widely with lot size and acreage, generally ranging from the $400,000s to well over $800,000.
For buyers who want acreage, history, and Whiskeytown’s beauty at their doorstep, the Old Shasta area is a rare find. Reach out and we’ll help you find the right one.
