Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity NRA
🌤 Weather at Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity NRA by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43–79 °F | 62–98 °F | 44–92 °F | 39–58 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Whiskeytown Reservoir, 1 mi away, elevation 1,295 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area is a federal recreation area: the National Park Service runs the Whiskeytown unit, the USDA Forest Service the Shasta and Trinity units.
Quick Facts
| State | California |
| Nearest City | Whiskeytown |
| Accessibility | See the National Park Service page for accessibility details. |
Location & Getting There
Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity NRA is located near Whiskeytown, California. The park’s coordinates are 40.6167, -122.5500.
Things to Do
California state parks span an extraordinary range of landscapes — from ancient redwood forests and rugged Pacific coastline to Mojave Desert dunes and Sierra Nevada alpine meadows. Depending on the park, visitors can enjoy hiking through old-growth groves, swimming and surfing along miles of wild beaches, camping beneath towering sequoias, kayaking coastal sea caves, mountain biking oak-studded foothills, fishing in alpine lakes, rock climbing granite formations, and wildlife watching for everything from elephant seals to California condors. Many parks also preserve important cultural and historic sites, including Native American heritage areas, Gold Rush-era settlements, and Spanish mission ruins.
Best Time to Visit
California’s parks are a year-round destination, though the ideal season depends on the region. Coastal parks enjoy mild weather from spring through fall, with summer fog keeping temperatures comfortable along the central and northern coast. Desert parks like Anza-Borrego are best visited October through April — summer temperatures can exceed 110°F. Mountain parks in the Sierra Nevada are most accessible June through October, when snow melts and trails open. Spring (March–May) brings wildflower super blooms in the southern deserts. Fall offers warm days, thinner crowds statewide, and stunning foliage at higher elevations. Winter is the quiet season at most parks and brings excellent whale watching along the coast.
Visitor Tips
Whiskeytown is a national park unit and the Shasta and Trinity units belong to the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, so California state park passes do not apply. Check the National Park Service and Forest Service pages for fees and reservations.
Explore More California State Parks
Looking for state parks in California? Discover them in our Best State Parks in California guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
Nearby parks: If you have extra time, Shasta State Historic Park is a short drive away, and Weaverville Joss House State Historic Park is within about an hour’s drive.
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