Origin
Mount Shasta, CA
Afternoon in Mount Shasta on Thursday
Local time
3:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
60.2 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Shasta, CA
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Dorris, CA
Ernesto Rosas
Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA covers 60.2 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Weed Boulevard, Cascade Wonderland Highway, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.4 miles on South Weed Boulevard. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.84 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 60.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 10m drive with frequent turns across 60.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Weed Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 50.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Maple Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA is easy. At 1h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (A10 / West Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Maple Street
Turn left onto Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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A10 / West Lake Street
Turn left onto A10 / West Lake Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway
Merge onto I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
6
8.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 747
Toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Fal...
4
60.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Klamath Falls along the way.
Klamath Falls
8.9 mi in
|
~11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Weed Boulevard | 50.4 mi | 57m |
| Cascade Wonderland Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| South Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Butte Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Lake Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Maple Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Weed Boulevard
— 50.4 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Shasta, CA and Dorris, CA.
1
Start on Mill Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mill Street
2
Turn left onto Maple Street
327 ft
·
19 sec
·
Maple Street
3
Turn left onto A10
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Lake Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
5
Merge onto I 5
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Cascade Wonderland Highway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 747
Toward US 97: South Weed Boulevard, Klamath Falls
7
Turn right onto I 5 BUS; US 97; US 99 Hist
50 mi
·
57 min
·
South Weed Boulevard
8
Continue on US 97
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Butte Street
9
Continue on US 97
167 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Butte Street
10
Continue on US 97
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West 4th Street
11
Turn left onto US 97
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Main Street
12
Turn right
72 ft
·
5 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.1 mi from Mount Shasta, CA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Arriving in Dorris, CA
The final approach into Dorris, CA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.84 one way
$27.67 round trip
$5.84/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $6.02 | $14.26 | $28.52 |
| premium | $6.18 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.29 | $26.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.27 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Dorris, CA
Afternoon in Dorris on Thursday
Local time
3:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA covers 60.2 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Weed Boulevard, Cascade Wonderland Highway, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.1 miles from Mount Shasta, CA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.84 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA is easy. At 1h 10m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Maple Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (A10 / West Lake Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (I 5 / Cascade Wonderland Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
On the drive from Mount Shasta, CA to Dorris, CA, road signs begin pointing toward Klamath Falls along the way.
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