Created in 1989, Mount Shasta Trail Association provides inspiring outdoor experiences, advances appreciation of the beauty of the Mount Shasta area, and assists in educating the public in environmentally sound stewardship.
MSTA is a California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation. We build trails, advocate for more access to trails and trail protection, and work to conserve the natural beauty of our area. In addition, we offer a selection of resources to aid newcomers and experienced hikers alike.
Latest News
Strawberry Valley Trail is Clear
An unidentified stealth member of the MSTA chainsaw crew snuck up onto Strawberry Valley Trail this afternoon and removed all the obstructing trees, then moved to the Howard access road and got the two big ones there. Happy riding and be…
Trail Work Day at Faery Falls on Sat, April 26
For all you impatient trail workers, we’re getting our plans in order for some great trail work this spring and summer. In conjunction with the USFS, the first outing will be to work on the Faery Falls Trail to make it…
Trail Challenge Stickers Are Here!
The 2025 Mount Shasta Trail Challenge sticker sheets are here and once again our local partners and sponsors at Dragon Graphics have hit it out of the park! These custom stickers are chock full of local specificity but the only way…
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Mount Shasta Trail Association creates new trails in the Mount Shasta area, maintains existing ones, and helps conserve the natural resources that make these trails such an attraction. We also advocate for preserving and expanding access to local hiking, biking and equestrian trails.
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