What is the difference between Pioneer Camp and Rim Camp Burney Falls?

What is the difference between Pioneer Camp and Rim Camp Burney Falls? Unlike Pioneer campground, Rim is located closer to the falls. The campground also has ADA cabins (#59 and #62), RV, and tent campsites (#1, #3, #23, #27, #30, #47, and #51). There's a general store, accessible restrooms and token-operated showers.

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.

How deep is the pool at Burney Falls?

Some 100 million gallons of cold water drops 129 feet into a 22-foot-deep pool each day. And the results are spectacular.

How cold is the water at Burney Falls?

Before you fancy a dip in the water that fills the pool below the falls, you should know the water is quite cold year-round, and rarely rises above 42 degrees even in the heat of Summer. Since these falls are fed from underground springs, the water is crystal clear and clean with vivd blue hues.

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)

How long is the walk from parking to Burney Falls?

Getting to the Falls While the loop trail in itself is 1.2 miles, if your goal is just to see the falls- you're in luck! A paved path leads about 1/3 of a mile down from the main parking lot directly to the falls. Walking down is on an incline, but very manageable and has railings to hold onto during the steeper areas.

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Is Burney Falls worth a visit?

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

Is Burney Falls one of the Seven Wonders of the World?

Called the Eighth Wonder of the World by President Theodore Roosevelt, the falls are at their most intense ... during the spring, from early April through October, when snowmelt is at its peak. The falls were declared a National Natural Landmark in December 1954.

Are there bears in 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.

Is it safe to swim in Burney Falls?

You can go swimming in it. However, we don't recommend it as the water is very cold (about 42 degrees Fahrenheit), the soil is rocky and slippery, and there's a slight current according to locals. There are so many cute spots to go sunbathe instead. Burney Falls flows year-round.

How long does it take to get through Burney Falls?

Enjoy this 1.0-mile loop trail near Cassel, California. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 28 min to complete.