A beloved railroad town on the upper Sacramento River — artsy, affordable, and surrounded by some of Northern California's finest fly fishing and climbing.
Affordable character homes in one of Siskiyou County's most lovable small towns.
Dunsmuir has the kind of character that takes decades to develop and can't be manufactured. Built around the Southern Pacific Railroad in the 1880s and still shaped by that heritage, it sits in a dramatic canyon carved by the Sacramento River — one of the premier wild trout streams in the American West. The town is small but has a creative, independent spirit: a working brewery, local restaurants, galleries, and a community that genuinely loves where it lives.
World-class wild trout fly fishing runs right through town. The upper Sacramento draws anglers from across the country.
Castle Crags State Park is minutes away — dramatic granite spires and excellent rock climbing and hiking.
Dunsmuir Brewery Works, independent restaurants, the Sacramento River Trail, and a creative arts community.
The historic railroad legacy shaped the town's architecture and identity. The depot and rail yard are part of the landscape.
On I-5, about 10 miles south of Mt. Shasta City, 60 miles south of Yreka, 50 miles north of Redding.
Lower elevation means milder winters than Mt. Shasta. Summers are warm and dry. The canyon keeps things cool at night.
Dunsmuir offers some of the most affordable home prices in the county, and the character of the older housing stock is genuinely appealing — craftsman bungalows, Victorian-era homes, and canyon cottages that would cost three times as much anywhere near a city.
Dunsmuir is attracting remote workers and buyers who want walkability, character, and nature access at a price that doesn't require a Bay Area salary. Inventory is small, so desirable properties move.
The town sits in a narrow canyon — most of it is on the west bank of the Sacramento. Homes are close together by Siskiyou County standards, and the Sacramento River Trail connects much of the community on foot. Amtrak's Coast Starlight stops in Dunsmuir — a rare amenity for a town this size.
Services are limited compared to Yreka or Mt. Shasta — a grocery store, hardware, a handful of restaurants, and the brewery. For larger shopping, Mt. Shasta City is about 15 minutes north.
Price ranges are approximate and based on recent market activity. Contact us for a current CMA. Data updated Q4 2026.