Shasta is much busier than Trinity. It's also easier to get to because of its proximity to I-5. Trinity is another hour and a half up the hill from Redding via CA-299/CA-3 and an additional 1000 ft of elevation. However, the extra drive is worth it IMO. We did a houseboat trip to Trinity several years ago and it was great, especially during the week. Very calm water, albeit a bit colder than Shasta. The weekend wasn't even that crowded. Labor Day may be an exception, but I don't think you can go wrong with Trinity. Enjoy your trip...
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