The town of Mt Shasta is quaint. It’s a mix of crystal stores and outdoor equipment with a few ok restaurants. It’s easier to get to than Tahoe (traffic moves better) and is a great jumping off point for amazing outdoor expeditions and fly fishing. There’s a redneck element that mixes easily (or seemingly so) with the outdoorsy folks, the spiritual believers, and the crystal lovers. Not sure about Weed but Mt Shasta is lovely.