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Handicap Accessible Recreation in Siskiyou County
Facilities, sites and events with handicap access.
- There's good fishing at Juanita Lake and two paved jetties for easy access. A 1.5 mile paved, barrier free, trail circles Juanita Lake and provides access to individuals with disabilities, if assisted by others. The lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout and has a native population of bass and catfish. The Juanita Lake campground has 3 accessible campsites. Located six miles west of the Goosenest Ranger District Office on Highway 97 north of Weed, the lake and campground at the 5,100 foot elevation are open from May through October. For information click the link above, or phone the Goosenest Ranger District at 530-938-4391.
- Another lovely mountain lake especially suitable for persons with disabilities is Kangaroo Lake high in the mountains between Scott Valley and Mount Shasta. This lake is one of the best kept secrets of Siskiyou County. It is one of the few high mountain lakes accessible by car with a short 5 minute walk to the lake. Facilities include day-use parking, toilets, and 1/4 mile paved trail which stops at two stone fishing piers at the lake and a platform that overlooks the small "beach" area. These are usable by persons with disabilities, but they may need assistance. At 6,500 foot elevation, the lake is generally open May through October. For information click the link above, or phone the Scott River Ranger District at 530-468-5351.
- The Mount Shasta 4th of July Mountain Runners race is an annual event, including a Two-Mile FUN Walk, Two-Mile Youth Race, Five-Mile Run, & a Wheelchair Race! Known as the largest small town walk in America, the races begin at each year at 8:30 am in Mt. Shasta, as part of that town's annual Forth of July festivities. For information click the link above.
- Enjoy the Nepenthe Trail, a wetlands restoration project turned community treasure at Mercy Medical Center in Mt. Shasta. The path winds through the hospital grounds past ponds and over streas with Mount Shasta in the background. The wheelchair accessible path offers a place for reflection and exercise. The trail begins just north of the hospital's entrance on Pine Street in Mt. Shasta.
- The town of Yreka features The Yreka Greenway, a paved path that begins behind the Siskiyou County Museum and travels along Yreka Creek. The quarter mile path is accessible to persons with disabilities if assisted by others. The trail is a perfect place to envision gold miners dipping their pans into the creek during Yreka's historic gold rush days. For more information contact the Yreka Chamber of Commerce.
- Living Memorial Sculpture Garden, created by Vietnam veteran and sculpture artist, Dennis Smith, was dedicated as a war memorial, but the huge metal sculptures evoke a powerful sense of striving for peace. A recent addition is the Living Memorial Labryinth with 5 pathways planned after the sacred labrynth at Chartres Cathedral in France. The labrynth is accessable to perople with disabilities, if assisted by others. Take time for peace and reflection at the labrynth, and visit the powerful sculptures. To reach the Sculpture Garden drive 13 miles northeast on Hwy 97. Entrance is on the left side of the highway, one mile past Road A12.
- The Upper McCloud River Area boasts three waterfalls. The Lower Falls at Fowler's Campground has an overlook area available by car which offers a handicap accessible view of the beautiful waterfall and basin. Nearby Fowler's Campground also offers wheelchair accessible sites. While in the area, head down to the boat ramp at McCloud Reservoir, another favorite fishing spot that is prepared for wheelchair accessibility.
- The Learning Center at the Mt. Shasta Board and Ski Park will assist people with disabilities to experience the thrill and pleasure of snow and gravity. Call them with questions and to discuss your special needs at 530-926-8619.
- A comprehensive list of travel tips and resources can be found on the Disability Travel and Recreation Resources page at the excellent www.makoa.org web site created by Jim Lubin. "Makoa" is a Hawaiian word that means "courageous".
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