Discover the Healing Power of Mt. Shasta: A Journey to Self-Love
Dear Beautiful Souls,
Mt. Shasta, a sacred mountain radiating profound spiritual energy, calls to those ready to heal, transform, and embrace their true selves. This retreat, crafted with the wisdom of a powerful shaman, is a sacred invitation for my cherished clients and friends to release old wounds and cultivate deep self-love. Join us for a transformative experience designed to heal souls and foster authentic connections.
Why Visit Mt. Shasta?
Mt. Shasta is more than a destination—it’s a sanctuary of spiritual renewal. Its majestic peaks, sacred springs, and serene landscapes create a powerful vortex of energy that supports profound healing. This retreat is tailored to help you let go of limiting patterns, such as those tied to societal expectations of masculinity or femininity, and rediscover your inner balance and worth.
A Path to Self-Love
This journey is for those seeking to move beyond self-criticism, frustration, or disconnection. Through shamanic rituals, guided meditations, and nature-based practices, you’ll:
- Release Old Patterns: Let go of behaviors or beliefs that no longer serve you, creating space for self-acceptance.
- Embrace Balance: Heal the extremes of societal roles, finding harmony within your authentic self.
- Cultivate Connection: Build compassionate relationships with yourself and others, free from judgment.
What You’ll Experience
- Shamanic Ceremonies: Guided by our skilled shaman, engage in rituals to cleanse and renew your spirit.
- Nature’s Healing: Connect with Mt. Shasta’s sacred sites—meadows, forests, and springs—to ground and rejuvenate.
- Community of Healing: Share this journey with a supportive circle of souls, fostering mutual growth and understanding.
- Personal Transformation: Reflect and rediscover your inner light, leaving with a renewed sense of self-love.
Why This Retreat Matters
Mt. Shasta’s energy amplifies your intention to heal. Whether you’ve felt weighed down by societal pressures or struggled to fully love yourself, this retreat offers a safe space to transform. It’s a chance to honor your journey, release what holds you back, and step into a life of joy and authenticity.
Join Us
I invite you, my dear clients and special friends, to experience Mt. Shasta’s magic. This retreat is a co-creation of love, healing, and empowerment. Reserve your spot today and take the first step toward a deeper connection with yourself.
Contact me to learn more and secure your place in this sacred journey.
With all my love,
Dr. Sarah Larsen
Unveiling Mount Shasta’s Mystique: Klamath Indigenous Beliefs and Non-Native Lemurian Legends
1. Klamath Indigenous Beliefs about Mount Shasta
The Klamath people, a Native American tribe from the region now encompassing parts of southern Oregon and northern California, have a rich spiritual tradition tied to Mount Shasta, a prominent volcano in Northern California. According to their beliefs:
- Spirit Chief Skell: Mount Shasta is considered a sacred place inhabited by Skell, a powerful spirit chief who descended from the heavens to reside at the mountain’s summit.
- Conflict with Llao: Skell engaged in a mythological battle with Llao, the Spirit of the Below-World, who resided at Mount Mazama (the site of present-day Crater Lake, another volcanic area). The conflict involved Skell and Llao hurling hot rocks and lava at each other, which likely symbolizes the volcanic activity historically observed at both Mount Shasta and Mount Mazama.
- Cultural Significance: This story reflects the Klamath people’s understanding of natural phenomena, such as volcanic eruptions, through a spiritual lens, integrating their environment into their cosmology. The narrative was documented by writer Joaquin Miller in the 1870s, who recorded various Klamath legends.
2. Non-Native American Legends: Lemuria and Telos
In addition to Indigenous beliefs, Mount Shasta has become a focal point for non-Native spiritual and esoteric legends, particularly those involving the mythical lost continent of Lemuria and a hidden city called Telos. Here’s a clearer explanation of these ideas:
- Origins of the Lemuria Legend:
- The concept of Lemuria first appeared in the 1880s, initially as a scientific hypothesis to explain biogeographical similarities between continents (later replaced by the theory of plate tectonics).
- In 1899, Frederick Spencer Oliver published A Dweller on Two Planets, a book claiming that survivors of the sunken continent of Lemuria lived in a hidden city called Telos, located in a complex of tunnels beneath Mount Shasta. According to Oliver, these Lemurians were advanced beings who occasionally appeared on the mountain’s surface, dressed in white robes.
- Rosicrucian Contribution:
- In 1931, Harvey Spencer Lewis, writing under the pseudonym Wisar Spenle Cerve, published a book through the Rosicrucian Order that expanded on the idea of Lemurians living under Mount Shasta. This book popularized the notion of a hidden, spiritually advanced civilization tied to the mountain.
- Telos and Lemurian Mythology:
- Telos is described in these legends as an underground city of advanced, enlightened beings who escaped the destruction of Lemuria, a supposed ancient continent in the Pacific Ocean (similar to Atlantis in other mythologies).
- The Lemurians are often depicted as possessing advanced technology or spiritual wisdom, and their alleged sightings in white robes have contributed to Mount Shasta’s mystique as a spiritual hub.
3. Spiritual Organizations Associated with Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta’s reputation as a mystical and spiritual site has attracted various New Age and esoteric groups, particularly in the 20th and 21st centuries. The organizations you mentioned are part of this phenomenon:
- “I AM” Activity: Founded in the 1930s by Guy and Edna Ballard, this religious movement teaches that individuals can connect with their divine “I AM” presence. Mount Shasta is considered a sacred site for the group, partly due to Guy Ballard’s claim of meeting a spiritual being, Saint Germain, on the mountain.
- The Summit Lighthouse: Founded by Mark and Elizabeth Clare Prophet, this organization promotes teachings from the Ascended Masters (enlightened beings). Mount Shasta is a significant location for their spiritual practices.
- Church Universal and Triumphant: An offshoot of The Summit Lighthouse, also led by Elizabeth Clare Prophet, this group emphasizes esoteric Christianity and New Age beliefs, with Mount Shasta as a key spiritual center.
- Kryon: Associated with channeler Lee Carroll, Kryon is a spiritual entity whose teachings focus on human evolution and consciousness. Mount Shasta is often referenced as a powerful energy vortex in Kryon’s teachings.
These groups view Mount Shasta as a place of spiritual power, often described as an “energy vortex” or a portal to higher dimensions, which aligns with the Lemurian and Telos legends.
4. Why Mount Shasta?
Mount Shasta’s prominence in both Indigenous and non-Native spiritual traditions can be attributed to several factors:
- Geographical Significance: As a towering, isolated volcanic peak (14,179 feet), Mount Shasta is visually striking and naturally awe-inspiring, making it a focal point for spiritual reverence.
- Volcanic History: Its geological activity (eruptions, hot springs, etc.) may have inspired stories of powerful forces, as seen in the Klamath tale of Skell and Llao.
- Cultural Magnet: The mountain’s mystique, amplified by 19th- and 20th-century writings, has drawn spiritual seekers, leading to the proliferation of New Age beliefs and organizations.
5. Key Differences Between Indigenous and Non-Native Beliefs
- Klamath Beliefs: Rooted in the tribe’s cultural and spiritual relationship with the land, these stories explain natural phenomena (like volcanic eruptions) and emphasize the sacredness of Mount Shasta within a traditional Indigenous worldview.
- Non-Native Legends: The Lemurian and Telos myths stem from 19th-century esoteric and occult traditions, blending pseudoscience (Lemuria as a lost continent) with spiritual narratives. These stories are less about the land’s natural history and more about mystical or utopian ideals.
6. Modern Context
Today, Mount Shasta continues to attract spiritual seekers, tourists, and New Age practitioners. The town of Mount Shasta, California, is a hub for metaphysical shops, meditation retreats, and events tied to the mountain’s spiritual reputation. While the Klamath people’s stories remain a vital part of their cultural heritage, the non-Native legends have gained wider attention in popular culture, often overshadowing Indigenous perspectives.
Is Mt Shasta an Active Volcano?
Mount Shasta is a potentially active volcano at the southern end of the Cascade Range in Siskiyou County, California. At an elevation of 14,179 feet it is considered the root chakra of the world.
MT SHASTA & EARTH’S SURFACE CHAKRA PORTALS
By Daniel Divine
Mount Shasta, located in Northern California, USA is a destination for Mystics, Gurus, Sages and curious Awakening Souls from all over the world. Unexplained stories are endless. This enormous Mountain is endeared by all who come to visit or live near Her.
This dormant volcano is not part of any mountain range. She’s uniquely Her own Mountain in many ways. With a summit of 14,125 feet above sea level, Shasta is the 2nd highest peak in the Cascade Mountain range. Her slopes rise abruptly nearly 10,000 feet above the surrounding landscape.
Those who Live in Mount Shasta the small town located on the base of the mountain, will tell you stories of encounters with Lemurians from the hidden city of Telos beneath It, Saint Germain, and of ET landings. but by far they sense a certain special Feeling that comes with being in the Presence of Mount Shasta’s Vital Energy or Vortex.
Our ancient Ancestors knew a Vortex as a Gathering Place of the Earth’s Energy was Sacred. This special Mountain has such a Vortex. The ancient Vedic Culture, Ancestors of all humanity before the fall of Man, considered these Vortexes as Portals to a higher dimension of Consciousness.
If someone was near a Vortex, It activated and energized their etheric or energetic bodies making it possible for some to become aware of what mystics have discovered, that our Life is Multi-dimensional and Transdimensional. Mount Shasta as well as Sedona, Arizona, USA are Vortexes the average person is able to sense.
Our bodies mirror the Earth, in fact the entire Universe. The Earth experiences these Energy Centers as different levels of consciousness, and so do our own bodies.
10 Reasons to Visit Mt. Shasta
Glistening Mount Shasta and it’s eponymous base camp of a town are just about as far away from a major West Coast city as you can get while still remaining on the I-5 corridor. That’s precisely part of what makes the Mount Shasta area so special; it’s far removed, yet it’s accessible. Given its location approximately halfway between San Francisco and Portland, most of Shasta’s visitors encounter the area as a quick pit stop or as a nice scene out the window during a northbound or southbound I-5 road trip. Well, we’re here to tell you that Mount Shasta should be a destination in it’s own right.
Situated less than 50 miles south of the Oregon border and dominating much of the far northern California skyline, 14,179-foot Mount Shasta is the second tallest volcanic peak in the Cascade Range and a stunning stand-alone peak to behold. The mountain encompasses a massive volume with a circumference of slopes that draw in an eclectic mix of climbers, skiers, artists and those with more spiritual inclinations. Reverberating outward from the mountain in all directions is a sea of volcanic buttes, sub-ranges, lakes and rivers that provide a diverse backdrop of outdoor venues and experiences, a backdrop nearly as grand as the mountain itself.
Suffice it to say Mount Shasta has a lot to offer. Here are 10 reasons we love visiting the Mount Shasta area, reasons we think you’ll fall in love with it, too:
- Yellow Butte: Providing one of the best views of Mount Shasta’s northern slopes, this 3-mile hike is seldom visited yet offers postcard worthy views and spectacular spring wildflowers.
- Black Butte: Adjacent to the town of Mount Shasta, Black Butte is a shapely volcanic plug dome lying to the west of the mountain and rising over 2,000 feet from base to summit. Hikers can climb switchbacks leading up the butte’s lava-scree laden slopes to incredible views of Mount Shasta, Mount Eddy and surroundings.
- McCloud River Three Falls: The spring-fed McCloud River and it’s three falls offer one of the most picturesque stretches of riverbank strolling anywhere. The river is accessible year round, but during the summer months Lower, Middle and Upper Falls each offer their own version of a unique swimming hole experience.
- Deadfall Lakes + Mount Eddy: Hike or backpack to Deadfall Lakes and on up to the tallest peak in the contiguous U.S. west of Interstate 5. At 9,026 feet, Mount Eddy is the high point on the Trinity Divide, affording one of the best views of the Trinity Alps and Mount Shasta. Views stretch from Lassen Peak to the southern Oregon Cascades.
- Heart Lake: This short hike above Castle Lake near Castle Crags gives much more than what it requires to get there: idyllic swimming and views over Castle Lake and Mount Shasta and stunning wildflowers in late spring and summer.
- Castle Crags Dome Hike: Rising above the Upper Sacramento River Valley is a seemingly out of place grouping of granite domes and spires one would expect to find at Yosemite known as Castle Crags. Hiking 2,000 feet above the river on the Crags Trail affords access to Castle Dome, which can be summited via a short scramble. More Shasta views await! Castle Crags is also an option for wintertime exploration.
- Burstarse Falls Hike: Tucked away behind Castle Crags along the Trinity Divide is a picturesque waterfall that is accessible year round known as Burstarse Falls. This 5-mile round-trip hike follows the Pacific Crest Trail to Lower Burstarse Falls. Take a short and cautious scramble on the east side of the creek to reach main Burstarse Falls.
- McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park: Slightly off the beaten path from Mount Shasta, McArthur-Burney Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls to flow throughout California. Fed from an underground spring, the 129-foot falls so impressed President Theodore Roosevelt that he declared McArthur-Burney Falls the eighth wonder of the world. This is one waterfall not to be missed.
- Mount Shasta Climb, Avalanche Gulch: Ever desired to stand on top of a 14,000-foot peak? Mount Shasta’s Avalanche Gulch route may offer the best non-technical bang for your buck. Starting at Bunny Flat on the mountain’s southern slopes, the route ascends a broad gully leading to Mount Shasta’s summit. Note this is still a physically demanding route requiring ice axes and crampons and gets crowded during peak climbing season (guides available).
- Mount Shasta, Hotlum-Wintun Ridge: Looking to escape the crowds? A more demanding spring route, but one that offers one of the best ski descents on the mountain, is found on Shasta’s north side. Upon summiting, ski 4,000 feet of sustained steeps down the Wintun Glacier for a combined 7,000-foot descent back to the car. Note that this is a remote side of the mountain where help is less available than in Avalanche Gulch.
The 7 Best Things to Do in Mount Shasta for a Weekend Trip
Mt Shasta is in Siskiyou County and to get around. If you want or need to rent a car, I recommend renting from Fox Rent-A-Car, Sixt, or Alamo. They all offer budget rentals and run regular deals and specials. If you’re not sure (or not loyal to any particular car rental company), consider using a tool like Momondo or TripAdvisor to compare a bunch of options (yes, TripAdvisor does rental cars!).
1. Mt. Shasta Sisson Museum
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3. Skiing or Hiking on Mount Shasta
4. Spelunking & Caving in Siskiyou County
5. Mineral Springs in Siskiyou County
6. Seeking the Spiritual on Mount Shasta’s Slopes
7. Lenticular Cloud-Spotting
