Located about 3 ½ hours northeast of San Francisco near the rugged wilderness of Redding, California. Lake Shasta is a beautiful man-made lake created by the Shasta Dam. The dam backs up three rivers, the Sacramento, the McCloud, and the Pit, which creates areas only accessible by houseboat. Lake Shasta is known as the houseboat capital of the world. The huge lake, with its crystal blue water, 370 miles of varied shoreline, and countless inlets, ensures an enjoyable and private vacation. More than 20 variety of fish, including rainbow and trout, abound in the lake. The lake region is also home to the largest nesting population of bald eagles in California. The Trinity Alps and Cascade mountain ranges that surround Lake Shasta create a natural splendor of snow-capped mountains, volcanoes, glaciers, waterfalls and rugged canyon walls. Swimming, fishing, water skiing, and exploring the beautiful shore-side Shasta Caverns are only a few of the activities you'll enjoy from your houseboat.
There are a few other things that you have to take into account. For example, the payment for house boat rentals does not include the cost of fuel. It also does not include fees for fishing license, as required by most States. These are all extra and you should always try to consider these things when trying to plan your budget.