Fly & Drive guide
Fly into RDD, drive to Mount Shasta
Your route
RDD
Redding Municipal Airport
Mount Shasta
About 1 h 32 min · 69 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
Your arrival plan
01Flights to RDD
Compare fares into Redding Municipal Airport.
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02Car at RDD
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Mount Shasta. Compare rental companies in one search.
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03Store extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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04 · First night near Mount Shasta
Sleep close after the drive so day one starts in the park.
04Hotels near Mount Shasta
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04Cabins & homes near Mount Shasta
Whole homes and cabins for families or groups who want a kitchen and space.
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Before you land
Reservations
Climbing Permits and Seasonal Road Access in High Country
While the town of Mount Shasta requires no entry fee, specialized permits are mandatory for any travel above 10,000 feet on the mountain. Wilderness permits for the day are available at trailheads, but summit passes and specific overnight zones require checking current Forest Service quotas. Access to the Everitt Memorial Highway is seasonally limited by snowpack, and reservations for developed campgrounds often fill months in advance during the short summer window.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
June – September
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Mount Shasta?
Redding Municipal Airport (RDD) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from RDD to Mount Shasta?
Roughly 1 h 32 min (about 69 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Mount Shasta?
While the town of Mount Shasta requires no entry fee, specialized permits are mandatory for any travel above 10,000 feet on the mountain. Wilderness permits for the day are available at trailheads, but summit passes and specific overnight zones require checking current Forest Service quotas. Access to the Everitt Memorial Highway is seasonally limited by snowpack, and reservations for developed campgrounds often fill months in advance during the short summer window.
