Headwaters Spring — Attraction in Mount Shasta

Always a bit crowded with people ignoring the signs about staying out and wading about. And I hate to burst your bubble and please don't read on if you're going to continue getting water there but look just up the hill 80 ft and you'll see railroad tracks that have been there for 150 years. Ever wonder why nothing grows within 50 ft of the railroad tracks on either side? What are the railroad ties doused in to keep them from rotting? Also, you noticed that the sign says that the water is not tested for drinking purposes. Yet. There's always a bunch of people there drumming filling, water bottles and such. I hope they're having a good time. It is a nice shady cool place on a hot day. And really cool site. If you've never seen a spring come out of the hillside. I drink the water out of the tap. It's...

A MUST SEE IN THIS AREA! Magical place!! Following the wooden bridge path felt like you were walking through the middle of the woods without really going anywhere. It leads to the other side of the field where you will find creepy OLD playground structures that are a trip! It's kind of weird to think that they actually made toys to look like that on purpose! Don't forget to fill your water bottle and do some research about why those waters are so special! Restrooms are closed for the season. Not ideal with little ones. Parking is also...

Entertaining to say the least. We thought we were going to see a springs and people getting water, but it was hard to see past all the entertaining people deep in meditation poses with drug paraphernalia, as well as all the salesmen with their homemade crafts involving items to help ones feel closer to nature. We were intrigued with the natural beauty of the surroundings and beauty but left unsatisfied, we're surprised they allow so many venders in...