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.



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Can I swim in Burney Falls? You can, but you may not want to. Even on warm days, the water is around 42 degrees fahrenheit.

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Sources of the Water The ultimate source of the water in Burney Falls is the rain and snow that falls over the Pit River watershed. The water either flows directly into the creek or soaks into the sponge-like rocks. During times of high water, the creek flows continuously all the way to Burney Falls.

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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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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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Filming Location Matching Burney Falls, McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park - Highway 89, Burney, California, USA (Sorted by Popularity Ascending)
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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.

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Unlike other waterfalls which dry up during certain seasons, Burney falls has a constant flow rate of 100 gallons of water per day. So no matter what time of year you choose to visit, the falls will be abundantly flowing.

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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. Whatever season you choose, aim for the weekdays to avoid tourist crowds.

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Location and Facilities. The state park has a remote location surrounded by the Shasta National Forest along Hwy 89 - about half way (50 miles) between Lassen Volcanic National Park and Mount Shasta, and 63 miles northeast of Redding via Hwy 299. The entrance fee (2023) is $10 per vehicle.

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Never swim or wade upstream near a waterfall, even if the water appears shallow and calm. The currents close to the falls could pull swimmers over the edge.

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McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, California. Burney Falls is a year-round 129 foot waterfall that is fed from an underground spring. The spectacular waterfall was allegedly nicknamed, The Eighth Wonder of the World by the 26th president of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt (1901-1909).

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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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6. Chichén Itzá, Mexico. Chichén Itzá was a city built by The Maya people over 1,500 years ago.

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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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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.

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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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