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Shasta Lake Level:

GOING TO THE TOP!

Only 5 Feet Left!

Shasta Lake Update – May 1, 2025

Another great winter has pushed the lake level up by 78 feet with only 5 feet to hit the top. 

Great News for Summer!

For the third year in a row, we expect Shasta Lake to be completely full by the end of May 2025 just in time for Memorial Day Weekend—perfect for boating, fishing, and lakeside relaxation!

Want to enjoy the beauty of the lake before peak season crowds? Take advantage of off-season rates on our top-tier vacation homes—great stays at even better prices!

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GREAT SUMMER!

Repeat in 2025! Full lake!

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SUGARLOAF & LAKEHEAD
LOCAL CONDITIONS

As of May 1, 2025

The Shasta Lake Level impacts the availability of boat ramps

LOCAL BOAT RAMPS:

Sugarloaf Marina Boat Ramp: OPEN $20

Antler’s Boat Ramp:  OPEN
$16-$20

Sugarloaf County Boat Ramp:  CLOSED  Although no gate, at this lake level (too high), there is no normal slope ramp.  The roads go into the water but there is no slope.  We have seen some launch off to the side in the rocks but don’t advise.

Salt Creek Boat Ramp:  Unknown, but likely OPEN.
We don’t know the cost or restrictions.

More on Boat Ramps

SUGARLOAF MARINA:

OPEN. Open May through September 2025.  Click on the ‘Marinas & Boat Slips” red button below for latest information.

ANTLERS MARINA:

OPEN.  They have different types of boats for rent and their slips might be less in price and more protected (but not next to homes).  Best for R11, & R16.

Marinas & Boat Slips

VIEW FROM HOMES:
Retreat 1, 2, 3, 4, 10, and 19 are all lakefront and Retreat 5, 7, 8, 9, 11,  15, 17, & 18 are lakeview.  Retreat 6 and 12 have a partial lakeview through the trees.  R14 has a beautiful view of their grounds and the mountains.  Currently we still have great views of the lake from the above mentioned homes.  Be careful as many other vacation homes in the area claim to be lakefront, but you can not be able to see any water depending on lake level.   Please scroll down to see hundreds of photos at current and full lake levels.

WALK TO LAKE: 
For the lakefront homes (R1-4, 10, & 19) the distance can vary from 50 feet to several hundred yards as the water drops.  (See current lake level). Extra 50-150 yards for Retreat 5, 7, 8 ,9. and 17.  About 150 yards for Retreat 15, 250 yards for Retreat 6 and 500 yards for Retreat 12.

SWIMMING AT LAKE NEAR HOMES:
You can swim in the lake below R1-R5, R10, and at the end of the street for R8, R9 and R17.  There is a trail from all of these homes but use at your own risk as challenging is some spots.   As always do not leave children alone and make sure they are wearing a life vest anywhere near the water even if they are not going in.

R6, R7, R12, R15 is a short walk on some of the neighborhood roads. R11 is Lake and Riverfront with excellent wide path to water.  R14 is 1/2 mile to lake.  R16 is about 1/4 to 1/2 mile walk.  Contact us for the best places to swim.

FLOATING ISLAND:
The Floating Island was damaged in  September so removed for this year.  We expect to have back by Memorial Day Weekend, 2025.

TRAILS:
Many of the trails we created for the Daisy Lane Homes (R1-5, 8, 9, 10, 17) may once again be under water in May 2025 due to the full lake.   We will try to repair as the lake drops but you might find the last part before the water not yet repaired.  There are trails to the water and to the marina.  The trail to the marina passes by Retreat 1 and 2.  Use at own risk and be carful with children and elderly.  Always wear good shoes as rocks are sharp and watch for snakes.

AVAILABILITY CALENDARRESERVATIONS

Reserve SUMMER 2025 & 2026 Now

The Shasta Lake is FULL AGAIN for a record 3rd year in a row in 2025.

Normally the lake is the highest in late May /Early June and then starts to drop throughout the Summer and Fall.

CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING:

  1. Since we tend to book up early especially for the summer, consider booking as soon as possible for the Summer of 2025 and 2026 (calendar is open 18 months out) and keep an eye on this section of our web site as we will update it as we have new information.  Many of the lakefront homes are already pretty booked up for June through August 2025.  If Shasta is in your plans for 2025, please do not wait.
  2. Our website requires a 30% payment at time of reservation followed by the balance of 70% 60 days before arrival.  If you use VRBO or Airbnb it will be 50%/50%.  Please note, if 30% is not comfortable, we are willing to work with you on a smaller first payment if your reservation is far out in time.
  3. You can always cancel for full refund* up to 60 days before.  We will approve a full refund outside of 60 days.  * Other than the 3% credit card fee which we do not get back.
  4. Feel free to reach out at any time.  925-200-6934 or ShastaRetreats@gmail.com

NOTE:  WE CAN NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR THE INFORMATION WE PROVIDE.  PLEASE DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH.

USE OF LAKE

Always plenty of water in the lake for great family boating fun and fishing every year. Even at the record low in 1977 there was still plenty of water during the summer for water sports, but access to the lake by our homes becomes limited at 160 feet down (not expected in 2025 or 2026).

OTHER OPEN MARINAS:
The following are full service marinas with gas, rental boats, store, etc.

  1. Shasta Marina at Packers Bay (Closest)
  2. Bridge Bay (near the big bridge)
  3. Holiday Harbor
  4. Silverthorne
  5. Jones Valley
  6. Antlers at Centimundi
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DAISY LANE AREA (R1-R5,R8-R10, R17)

Sugarloaf Area (All retreats except R11 and R16)

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