Mount Shasta, or "white mountain," is a snow-capped volcano that lies at the end of the Cascade mountain range in California. A spiritual place for many, including naturalist John Muir, it's also a popular attraction for climbers and hikers. The peak is surrounded by beautiful lakes — Lake Siskiyou, Lake Shastina, and Castle Lake among them. Several small towns are nearby, where visitors can enjoy the comforts of charming bed and breakfasts and California cuisine.