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Dunsmuir
hiking trail
Heart Lake Trail is a short, steep 1.5-mile hike that begins at Castle Lake and leads to a distinctive heart-shaped lake. It is renowned for delivering panoramic reflection views of Mount Shasta across the water and is celebrated as one of the premier sunrise destinations in California.
- Begin the hike from the Castle Lake trailhead
- Visit at sunrise for premier lighting and reflections
- Prepare for a steep climb despite the short 1.5-mile distance
- Take in panoramic views of Mount Shasta over Heart Lake
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