Basecamp Lodge
739 Ski Village Dr, Mt Shasta, CA 96067, Mt Shasta, United States
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Basecamp Lodge is a small lodging option in Mt Shasta, California, located at 739 Ski Village Dr near local parks and trail access. Guest feedback points to studio-style units with practical in-room features such as a kitchen, bathroom, and a comfortable bed, making it suited to self-catered stays. Reviews also highlight strong cleanliness across rooms, linens, and kitchen appliances, plus details like good shower water pressure and thoughtful bathroom hooks for towels and gear. An outdoor area is mentioned for BBQ and relaxing, and on-site laundry facilities are available. The lodge sits close to Mount Shasta City Park (about 1.3 km) and Shastice Park (about 0.8 km), with guiding services nearby including Shasta Mountain Guides (about 1.5 km) and SWS Mountain Guides (about 1.7 km). It also works as a base for wider-area nature trips to Lake Siskiyou (about 5.6 km), Mt. Shasta Ski Park (about 8.8 km), and destinations such as Mossbrae Falls and Hedge Creek Falls (roughly 10–11 km).
Best for
Best for outdoor-focused travelers who want a convenient base near Mt Shasta trailheads and guide services, with easy access to Lake Siskiyou and Mt. Shasta Ski Park. It also suits guests who prefer self-sufficient accommodations, as reviews describe studio spaces with kitchens plus outdoor BBQ space and laundry availability.
Travel tips
If your plans include guided climbs or hikes, note that Shasta Mountain Guides and SWS Mountain Guides are within roughly 2 km, making early starts easier. For quick local downtime, Mount Shasta City Park (about 1.3 km) and Shastice Park (about 0.8 km) are close by, while waterfall and lake outings such as Hedge Creek Falls, Mossbrae Falls, and Lake Siskiyou are a short drive away. Consider checking room climate control on arrival, as at least one guest reported a non-working wall AC unit.
What guests say
Reviews consistently emphasize excellent cleanliness, including rooms, bathrooms, linens, and kitchen appliances. Guests describe studio layouts as well-equipped, citing comfortable beds, functional kitchens, and practical in-room details like strong shower water pressure and ample hooks for hanging towels and clothing. The property’s outdoor space for BBQ and relaxing, plus the availability of laundry facilities, is noted as a plus for longer or more active stays. Location is repeatedly framed as convenient for town access and as a base for exploring the Mt Shasta area. A drawback mentioned in feedback is an instance of a wall AC unit not working, while staff/management receives positive remarks.
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