5 Things You Must Do in Yreka
Yreka, located in one of the country’s most beautiful regions in the Shasta Valley, was named on of the 100 Top Small Communities in the United States. Come see what all the talk is about!
1. Yreka Western Railroad: Yreka first connected with the Central Pacific Railroad in 1889 by this railroad line. All these years later, the line is still in operation as a freight railroad. A special passenger line also operates for part of the year, giving visitors an idea of what it was like to ride on the early railroads.
2. Siskiyou County Courthouse: In the lobby of this local courthouse is the biggest display of gold to be found south of Alaska. Come in and take a look—don’t get blinded by the light!
3. Yreka Statues: Take a tour of the area by finding all of these historic statues made by a local artist. The notable characters include a Native American, a giant cow, and a gold miner. The statues are scattered throughout town, so you can take in the scenery at the same time!
4. Yreka Murals: Like the Yreka statues, the famous murals are placed in and around the town for visitors to
enjoy and residents to appreciate every day. They depict historic themes of the area.
5. Siskiyou County Museum: More history of Yreka! This region is alive with the history of the West, and this museum tips its hat to that vibrant heritage. Exhibits are both indoors and outdoors, so don’t save it for a rainy day!
