Description

Prime 2.5-acre McCloud Mountain retreat with distant Mount Shasta views and residential zoning ready for your custom build. Mixed forest with 50% tree coverage provides natural privacy while flat topography ensures easy construction on well-draining Siskiyou soils. County-maintained dirt road access guarantees year-round accessibility just 12 miles from Interstate 5 via Highway 89. Located in historic McCloud's National Historic District near world-famous McCloud River trout fishing and Mount Shasta recreation including hiking, climbing, skiing, and outdoor adventures. Property requires solar electrical, private well, and septic with selective tree clearing for optimal building sites. Siskiyou County's premier mountain community offers small-town charm with municipal services, local market, and year-round festivals. Recent real estate appreciation shows 16% growth in 2021 with continued increases as McCloud emerges as Northern California's top outdoor destination. Strategic location provides mountain privacy with urban access - Redding 53 miles south, Medford 87 miles north. Mature trees offer natural landscaping while flat terrain reduces construction costs. Perfect for custom home, vacation retreat, or investment in this appreciating mountain market with 360 projected jobs growth 2022-2027. APN 101-331-150 at coordinates 41.3374, -122.06374. McCloud's 3,271-foot elevation delivers four-season climate with warm summers, comfortable evenings, and 54 inches annual snowfall supporting year-round recreation. Flexible zoning accommodates primary residence, recreational retreat, or vacation rental in high-demand tourist area. Well-positioned for off-grid living with solar power potential and excellent septic conditions. Drive by today and envision your mountain paradise with Mount Shasta majesty as backdrop.