Leashed dogs are allowed on Gray Butte Trail, a 3.5-mile, round-trip hike through Lower Panther Meadow to Gray Butte, a stunning vista point at 8,129 feet elevation. You may see offerings of tobacco or crystals near the trailhead; the area is sacred to several native American tribes. Please tread lightly, keep your dog on a leash and avoid stepping on fragile plants.
The trailhead is at the Panther Meadows campground about 13 miles from Mount Shasta City on the Everitt Memorial Highway. From the self-permit kiosk at the end of the meadow, continue about half a mile and bear right, cross a talus slope and climb gradually to the saddle (about a mile). A faint trail leads to the top of the butte.
This is one of very few Mount Shasta trails on which dogs are allowed, so please respect the rules by keeping your buddy leashed and packing out any waste.
Keeping our trails beautiful and dog-friendly is crucial to ensure everyone enjoys the great outdoors. Some people want to ban dogs from public spaces, but we believe dogs are essential members of our community. They bring joy, companionship, and energy to our hikes. To keep our trails open to our furry friends, we must be responsible. Pick up after your dog, keep them on a leash where required, and respect other trail users. By doing our part, we can ensure that our beloved pups remain welcome on all trails, allowing your pack to continue exploring and enjoying nature together.
