Tsasdi Resort

On 20 wooded acres on the shore of Lake Shasta within Shasta National Forest, this waterfront resort is a 5-minute drive from Interstate 5. The resort's woodsy cabins come with kitchens, satellite TV, air-conditioning/swamp coolers, and BBQs. Most units also have covered decks, while 1 features a soaking tub. There's a 230-foot boat dock (with free boat parking), plus volleyball and basketball courts, a kids' playground, a seasonal outdoor pool and a games room. There's also a deck with a communal gas BBQ, and event space.