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.



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

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The flow is good throughout the year because the Burney Creek feeds from the underground sources. Spring and fall months are the best time to visit the Falls as winter could be too cold and slippery so you cannot access some nice photo spots, and summer months are too crowded.

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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.

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

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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.

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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)

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Within the park, the water emerges as springs at and above Burney Falls, where it flows at 100 million gallons every day. Burney Falls was named after pioneer settler Samuel Burney who lived in the area in the 1850s. The McArthurs were pioneer settlers who arrived in the late 1800s.

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