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
2025 Trail Challenge – Spring Hill Update and More!
Well Trail Challengers, there is both good and not so good news from the featured trail on Spring Hill. The good news is the trail is open again and the firefighting efforts kept the fire almost entirely off the trail. The…
Kickass Day in the Forest
After arriving at the Nordic Center, eating donuts, sharing some MSTA swag, and suffering through my boring safety talk, we split into four teams. Pat Titus and Tim Loughlin (pronounced Locklin, dammit) generously offered to take the hazard tree, the worst…
Trail Workday this Thursday, June 19 at 8:30 am
I’m scheduling trail workdays until everyone hates me. But now is the time to get things done before it’s 105 degrees and bone dry. So let’s get after it. Let’s meet again up at the Nordic Center this Thursday, June 19…
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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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