Weed Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Siskiyou County, California, United States
About Weed
Despite what you might think, the city's name has nothing to do withcannabis—instead, it comes from the founder of the local lumber mill and pioneerAbner Weed, who discovered that the area's strong winds were helpful in drying lumber. Weed was home to a thriving lumber industry from its founding in 1901 to as late as the 1980s. The historic industrial area at the northeast corner of town has been plagued with environmental concerns and clean-up efforts as a result of chemicals used for wood treatment and glue. As the wood-product-related industry has been scaled back, Weed's economy has become more reliant on tourism, light industry, and manufacturing of bottled water.
Top Attractions in Weed
Explore the best things to see and do in Weed:
- ★Cedar Lanes
- ★Lake Shastina Golf Resort
- ★Mount Shasta Ski Park
- ★Mt Shasta Brewing Co.
- ★Pneuma Retreat Center
- ★Veterans Living Memorial Sculpture Garden
- ★Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway
- ★Weed Golf Club
Where to Eat in Weed
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Pizza Factory
Where to Stay in Weed
- 🏨Comfort Inn
- 🏨Hi-Lo Motel & RV Park
- 🏨Sis Q Inn
Weed Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 10 sections including: