Above the lake are the beautiful lofty spires of Castle Crags State Park Wilderness Area. You'll find gold shiners, brook and rainbow trout. Ice fishing during the winter is truly rewarding lifetime experience. Break the ice for fishing holes with an auger, axe or shovel. Dress warmly and bring a lawn chair.
Ice skaters enjoy the lake also.
Take your camera to capture a spectacular view of Mt. Shasta on the road's Vista Point turnout. No camping is allowed next to lake due to the sensitive alpine ecology and bank erosion. I-5 Mt. Shasta exit, follow directions to Lake Siskiyou on W. A. Barr Rd. Continue past the lake on paved South Fork Rd. Bear left at Gumboot Lake entrance sign at 6050' elevation.