Traveling a ways off Interstate 5 on Highway 89 at the base of stunning Mount Shasta, it isn't long before we come to the town of McCloud. We've been by the turn off to this historic town several times on journeys back and forth down Highway 89, and have wanted to experience the Shasta Sunset Dinner Train ride that takes off from McCloud, but will have to reserve that ride in advance, as it is a popular one. So Saturday, we meandered through the Brown Dog Gallery, the McCloud Heritage Junction Museum, and the shops throughout town, scoping out some great options at Bed & Breakfasts we plan to one day come back to stay at when we take the train.
Still not ready to head back to beautiful Southern Oregon yet, we followed the advice of the talented artist we met, Claudia Ellis, at the Brown Dog Gallery & Gifts and continued down Highway 89 to the water falls of the McCloud River. Because it was getting rather late in the day, we drove to each of the falls, which are easily accessible with parking areas and paths to Lower Falls, Middle Falls and Upper Falls. When we go back, we'd like to hike the River Trail that takes you to each of the falls and/or try our hand at fly fishing in the McCloud River.
Finally having our fill of fresh air and stunning scenery, we made the journey back home, appreciating the "Welcome to Oregon" sign even more than the "Welcome to California" sign. We once again discussed our surprise at how quickly the time passes when the sun sets as late as it does in the summertime, giving us twilight well past 9 p.m., utterly content at another full day enjoying the many sights and sounds to be found in Southern Oregon and Northern California.
See you out there!
Karen Cooper - OR/CA Mortgage Consultant - www.Quality4Loans.com
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