Mount Shasta Area Restaurants: Yaks on the 5 in Dunsmuir CA
If you are spending time in the Mount Shasta area of Northern California, food options beyond Mount Shasta City itself are limited. But Dunsmuir CA, just a few miles south on I-5, is home to Yaks on the 5, one of the most consistently good restaurants in the entire Mount Shasta corridor.
Whether you are staying in Mount Shasta City, camping at Castle Crags, fishing the Sacramento River, or just passing through on I-5, Yaks on the 5 in Dunsmuir CA is worth the drive.
Getting to Yaks on the 5 from Mount Shasta
Dunsmuir CA is about 9 miles south of Mount Shasta City on I-5. The drive takes under 15 minutes and the exit into Dunsmuir CA is well-marked. Yaks on the 5 is easy to find once you are in town. The local area between Mount Shasta and Dunsmuir CA is one of the most scenic stretches in Northern California, so the drive itself is part of the experience.
Combining a Meal at Yaks with Mount Shasta Area Activities
A day in the Mount Shasta area followed by dinner at Yaks on the 5 in Dunsmuir CA is one of the better ways to spend a day in Siskiyou County. Common pairings:
- Morning hike at Castle Crags State Park followed by lunch at Yaks in Dunsmuir CA
- Fishing on the Sacramento River in the morning, dinner at Yaks in the evening
- Visiting Mossbrae Falls near Dunsmuir CA, then walking to Yaks for a meal
- Day trip from Redding or Medford with a deliberate stop in Dunsmuir CA at Yaks
Why Yaks Is the Right Choice for Mount Shasta Area Visitors
The Mount Shasta area is full of natural beauty and outdoor access, but the dining options can feel limited, especially as you get away from the city. Yaks on the 5 in Dunsmuir CA fills that gap with food that is made with care and a space that feels right for the area.
We have been serving locals and visitors in Dunsmuir CA for years. We know the area, we know our regulars, and we know how to make a meal in Northern California worth sitting down for.
We look forward to seeing you at Yaks on the 5 in Dunsmuir CA.
