What is the best month to visit Burney Falls?


What is the best month to visit Burney Falls? Burney Falls is best visited in late spring through summer. The average temps during this time period vary from middle 60's to low or middle 70's . If staying in a hotel/motel, book early.


Can you drive to the top of Burney Mountain?

Burney Mountain at 7,863 feet is one of the most beautiful mountain peaks in Northern California. There is a road that takes you to the summit of the extinct volcano. At the summit there is a fire lookout tower that helps spot wild fires during the summer months.


Can you see Burney Falls without hiking?

A view of the falls is accessible for anyone without any hiking, but I would also encourage you to walk down the steps and get closer to the falls. These falls had quite a lot of water even at the end of the summer in September.


Is there cell service at Burney Falls?

No cell signal. Drive 10 miles to Burney for cell and Safeway. Flush toilet restrooms with pay showers. Generators OK 9A-8P.


What city is closest to Burney Falls?

The park is located northeast of Redding, six miles north of Highway 299 on Highway 89 near Burney. Weather can vary so visitors are advised to dress accordingly.


Can kids hike Burney Falls?

The hike: Follow Falls Trail past the first lookout point. The trail is paved for a couple hundred yards with a few switchbacks down toward the falls. A few tips for visiting with kids: The trail is a bit steep, making it tough on little legs on the return (totally doable, just be prepared)


What movies were filmed at Burney Falls?

Filming Location Matching Burney Falls, McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park - Highway 89, Burney, California, USA (Sorted by Popularity Ascending)
  • Willow (1988) ...
  • Tarzan's Fight for Life (1958) ...
  • The Parson and the Outlaw (1957) ...
  • The Treasure of Lost Canyon (1952) ...
  • Top Secret Waterfalls (2017– )


What river is Burney Falls on?

Burney Falls is a waterfall on Burney Creek, within McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, in Shasta County, California.


Are there bears at Burney Falls?

The park is mainly known for the waterfall, Burney Falls, at the entrance of the park. Wildlife in the park includes bass, trout, Steller's jay, squirrels, woodpeckers, deer, and on rare occasion, black bear.