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[PHOTO TOUR] Aftermath of Massive Mount Shasta, CA, President’s Day Avalanche

On President’s Day, February 19, the Mount Shasta Avalanche Center shared reports of a massive D4 avalanche, the second-largest classification, in Avalanche Gulch on Mount Shasta, California. The avalanche occurred naturally during a snowstorm and was discovered two days later. Related: [PHOTOS] Huge 3-Mile Long Avalanche Travels 5,000-Vertical-Feet and Creates 60-Foot High Walls on Mount Shasta, CA The storm, which […]

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Avatar photo Brent Thomas | February 26, 2024
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[PHOTOS] Huge 3-Mile Long Avalanche Travels 5,000-Vertical-Feet and Creates 60-Foot High Walls on Mount Shasta, CA

The Mount Shasta Avalanche Center has shared reports of a massive D4 avalanche, the second-largest classification, in Avalanche Gulch on Mount Shasta, California. The avalanche, which occurred naturally on February 19 during a snowstorm, was discovered two days later. Related: NASA: Winter Photo of Mount Shasta, CA, Taken From the International Space Station Originating at around 12,000 feet, the avalanche […]

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AvyBrains | February 22, 2024
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Why Does Lassen Peak Typically Get More Snow Than Mt. Shasta in California?

You’re probably wondering how can a peak that is further south and is around ~3,723 ft shorter in elevation typically receives more snow overall compared to a much taller edifice. Before I explain and break down this intriguing case, let’s first get our bearings set in terms of the location and overall coordinates of these two iconic peaks in the […]

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Matthew Oliphant | September 25, 2023
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14,179′ Mt. Shasta, CA Covered in Snow Today – September 2, 2023

14,179′ Mt. Shasta & 12,335′ Shastina, CA were smothered in snow today, September 2, 2023. Today is also the 2nd day of meteorological fall. Winter is almost here. Photos

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | September 2, 2023
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Current Climbing and Skiing Conditions on Mount Shasta, CA

Report from May 6, 2022, and written by the Blackbird Mountain Guides team  Type 1 fun season is in full swing up here at the corn skiing capital of the world – Mount Shasta!  After receiving a wallop of season-saving storms in mid-April, conditions are starting to feel a bit more spring-like. The corn snow on West facing aspects between 9,000’ and 13,000’ is mind-blowing […]

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Guest Author | May 10, 2022
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A Golden State: Nishant Reddy’s Answer for an Enlightened Experience on Snow

How can a day on the hill be elevated to be more rad than it already is? The freedom to explore one’s environment by gliding on snow is the allure that draws many to skiing and snowboarding. This sport enables one to be captivated by the present, to use wooden planks to flow with the terrain. Some call it a religious […]

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Joseph Puetz | March 9, 2022
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[PHOTOS] Mount Shasta, CA, After the Storm | Skiing Conditions Were Excellent

Brought to you by Shasta Mountain Guides By all accounts, the most recent weather system to push through California has been remarkable. From breaking 141-year-old records in the state capitol to dropping rainfall in excess of 4-8 inches in many places, the past 48 hours have been memorable. The bomb cyclone and atmospheric river lined up on Northern California and […]

Avatar photo SnowBrains | October 26, 2021
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SnowBrains Forecast: 1-2 Feet of Snow For The Sierra Through Wednesday

Brought to you by Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows, CA Forecast By SnowBrains Meteorologist – Eric McNamee  10:45 AM MST, 3/8/2021 Forecast Summary: An upper-level trough will move into California tomorrow and bring 1-2 FEET of snow around Tahoe through Wednesday, with similar amounts for Mt. Shasta. Resorts likely to get the most snow are Boreal, Kirkwood, Sugar Bowl, Squaw, Alpine, […]

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Eric McNamee | March 8, 2021
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5-Year-Old Twins Break Record For Becoming the Youngest to Summit Mount Shasta

Mount Shasta, the infamous, 14,179-foot volcanic mountain located in Northern California, can be found on the bucket list of numerous mountaineers around the globe. To summit this majestic, towering peak, most experienced climbers dedicate weeks of training and acquire the necessary resources in order to successfully reach the top. From the fastest ascent to the number of times climbed, various […]

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Emily Crofton | September 21, 2020
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A New Mind-Boggling Fastest Known Time on Mt. Shasta, CA

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A new level of insane mountain athleticism has been achieved. Former World Mountain Running champion, Max King, has set a new fastest known time (FKT) on Mt. Shasta. King commenced his run in the town of Mt. Shasta, proceeded up the historic Sisson trail, hit the summit at 14,180 feet, and then turned around and ran back to town. This […]

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Spencer Cox | July 9, 2020
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1ºF High Temperature Tomorrow on Mt. Shasta, CA at 12,000′

We were thinking of skiing Mt. Shasta on Tuesday and Wednesday. So I checked the forecast and saw that Shata is forecast to see a high temperature of 1ºF at 12,000′ on Sunday… Things don’t warm up much more than that the rest of the week so it looks like we won’t be headed to Shasta since that thing is […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | June 6, 2020
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Mt. Shasta, CA: Climbing Season Wrap Up

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This post was written by Jenna Kane of Shasta Mountain Guides on October 3rd, 2019. As the 2019 Mt. Shasta climbing season comes to an end, we at Shasta Mountain Guides are feeling extremely grateful; to our guides for leading safe and successful adventures and our guests for choosing SMG. This year has felt almost utopian for us mountain-lovers. Mt. […]

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Avatar photo SnowBrains | October 5, 2019
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Ranked According to Instagram – 9 of the Most Photographed Mountains in the US

An article by Reader’s Digest listed the 9 most photographed mountains in the United States, but how was this measured? There are countless amazing mountains in the US alone! We decided to organize the same list according to the number of posts each mountain has linked to its name on Instagram. #glaciernationalpark – 531,738 posts  Glacier National Park is a vast […]

Jenah MacGrain | July 3, 2019
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Trip Report Mt. Shasta, CA | Optimal Conditions for Midweek Powder Skiing

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Mt. Shasta Conditions Report: By: Chris & Jen – Shasta Mountain Guides The winter of 2018-19 is shaping up to be a good one and we couldn’t be happier. After a mid-November soaking that gave us our base, storms have been consistent and temperatures have remained cold, preserving the snowpack and good ski conditions. It’s been a wet December and it […]

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Guest Author | December 21, 2018
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Trip Report: Mt. Shasta, CA via Casaval Ridge

Mt. Shasta, CA via Casaval Ridge A guest post from Brandon Arrastia of BrandonClimbs.com Mt. Shasta Facts: • It’s the second highest peak in the Cascades next to Rainier (No.1) • Over 15,000 summit attempts are made every year with only a third being successful. • Most of the climbing is done via the popular Avalanche Gulch • Casaval ridge has […]

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Guest Author | August 30, 2018
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Mt. Shasta Conditions Report: Best Conditions Of 2018 | 2+ FEET Of Fresh Snow In 3 Days

Mt. Shasta Conditions Report From Shasta Mountain Guides: Mt. Shasta just had the best week of winter conditions so far in 2018. More than 2 feet of snow fell over 3 days with cold temperatures and light winds. We enjoyed excellent backcountry skiing and snowboarding with fresh powder and clearing skies. Snow fell in town for the first time this year […]

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Guest Author | February 2, 2018
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Trip Report: 6000 ft of Bliss on Mt. Shasta, August 13th, 2017

  Everyone has to have a reason to get out of bed. For some people, it’s the paycheck they’re about to earn, or the kids they’re about to get ready for school, or the classes they’re about to take. I was ready when the light switched on at 1:30 am on Sunday, August 13th, 2017. I was going to go skiing. […]

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Roger Romani | August 18, 2017
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Mt. Shasta Summer Climbing/Skiing Update: Skiing Is Over For All But The Most Dedicated…

“The skiing is over for all but the most dedicated. Deep sun-cups and penitentes have formed and are far from fun to ski. We enjoyed our last ski trip in late June with Tom H. and family who returned to Shasta for a birthday run on the classic Hotlum-Wintun route. Unless you’re headed to South America, it’s time to hang up […]

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Guest Author | July 27, 2017
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Mt. Shasta Conditions Report: Plenty of Snow & Beautiful Bluebird Conditions

It’s March and we’re in the midst of a banner season on Mt. Shasta and California. In most years an atmospheric river or two is all we need to ensure a decent snowpack; this year we’re up to nine and counting. Mt. Shasta has just entered into the top ten wettest winters on record and the news of California’s drought […]

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Chris Wallner | March 14, 2017
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Mt. Shasta, CA Conditions Report: Fresh Snow and Plenty of Fun

To say that we have received a lot of snow this season is a vast understatement. January alone is 197% of normal so far. California has been absolutely clobbered; Shasta, Tahoe, and Mammoth all received epic amounts of snow which has guaranteed a great ski season and full reservoirs. The snowpack on Mt. Shasta at 7,600′ is measuring close to […]

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Chris Wallner | January 17, 2017
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