South Siskiyou Trail Stewardship

south siskiyou trail stewardship
2026 Volunteer Trail Work

We keep our trails fun and functional by working together and we need you!

The Gateway Phase II expansion (near completion in late 2026) has already put nearly 40 miles of new trail on the ground right outside the city of Mt. Shasta. Our volcanic soils require frequent maintenance and around here, mostly that’s done with volunteers. Trail maintenance is primarily done with volunteer work days held in partnership between the Mt. Shasta Trail Association, Bike Shasta, SORA and the USFS Mt. Shasta Ranger District.

In 2026 we’ve launched a fixed schedule for trail work sessions, including Thursday afternoons, to make volunteering on trails more accessible. Our work sessions are meant for everyone, meaning that they don’t usually last longer than 4 hours on Saturdays, a bit less on week days. We’d love to have you join us!

You can view the complete 2026 season calendar here. Details for each day will be announced on social media channels and through email within a week of that work day. Make sure you follow Mt. Shasta Trail Association, Bike Shasta or Siskiyou Outdoor Recreation Alliance on Facebook or Instagram to keep an eye out for updates. Or visit the MSTA website to sign up for their email, or sign up for SORA’s email list here (it should be obvious, but we won’t share your info with anyone).

THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS!

Our volunteers are at the heart of trail maintenance in the Gateway Trail System. A dedicated group of trail lovers spent hundreds of hours in 2025 keeping our trails clear and in shape. Twice our volunteer sawyers went out to clear downed trees and many mornings were spent clearing brush, working on tread and keeping sight lines open. We appreciate each and every one of you. Thank you!

2026 Trail Work
Schedule

Was your ride great? You gotta donate!

Consider making a $10 per rider/per day donation to keep these trails running great! To date, more than $2 million dollars have gone into the construction of the Gateway Trail System, and it will take an ongoing, coordinated effort to not only keep these trails in great shape, but to see them evolve over time. To do that, we need the support of everyone who uses these trails.

Two great trail stewardship organizations to support. Choose one, or better yet, choose both. We work together to keep the Gateway Trail System running well.