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.



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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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The Iguazu (also called Iguassu) Falls are composed of 275 separate cascades, which make it the largest broken waterfall in the world. Made up of a chain of waterfalls that are fed by the Iguazu River, this powerful phenomenon sits on the border of Argentina and Brazil.

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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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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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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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Check-in time is 2 p.m. DOGS/PETS must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under control at all times. They are not permitted in buildings, on trails (except for the Pioneer Cemetery Trail), or on the beach.

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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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While there is no 'official' seven wonders of the world list, Niagara Falls is commonly listed amongst various lists as a seventh wonder, as a candidate for the 'natural wonders of the world', or as an honorary 8th wonder of the world.

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While there is no 'official' seven wonders of the world list, Niagara Falls is commonly listed amongst various lists as a seventh wonder, as a candidate for the 'natural wonders of the world', or as an honorary 8th wonder of the world.

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Niagara Falls, USA/Canada Undoubtedly one of most famous waterfalls in the world, Niagara Falls sits on the border between the United States and Canada meaning that the thundering attraction can be viewed from either country – though the vantage point from the Canadian side is often cited as being the best.

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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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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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Located on the border dividing the Argentine province of Misiones from the Brazilian state of Paraná, Iguazu Falls is the largest system of waterfalls in the world. It's taller than Niagara Falls (269 feet) and 3,000 feet wider than Victoria Falls, with a majestic beauty that can only be described as jaw-dropping.

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Ruby Falls, the tallest and deepest underground cave waterfall in the U.S. that's open to the public, is set inside Lookout Mountain, which itself is one of the area's top attractions. Both sites are located in Chattanooga, Tennessee, a southern town known for its rock climbing, biking, and hiking.

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