How much does it cost to get into Burney Falls?

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



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I have been to Burney Falls. I would go with the combination of all 3 recommendations. Early morning, late morning, around 11 AM, early afternoon or late afternoon. You can't go wrong at any time.

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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 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 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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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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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– )


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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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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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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.

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

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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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Rainbow Falls is a waterfall located in Hilo, Hawaii. It is 80 ft tall and almost 100 ft in diameter. The falls are part of the Hawai'i State Parks. There is no fee to see the falls. At Rainbow Falls, the Wailuku River rushes into a large pool below.

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