Featured waterfalls
Boulder Creek Falls
Whiskeytown
At more than 138 feet high, Boulder Creek Falls was thought to be the tallest waterfall in Whiskeytown National Recreation Area until 220-foot Whiskeytown Falls was re-discovered in fall of 2004.
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Brandy Creek Falls
Whiskeytown
Partial closure due to Carr Fire: Some areas of the park remain closed. Please check the Current Conditions page to see what roads, trails, picnic areas and campgrounds are currently open.
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Crystal Creek Falls
Whiskeytown
Crystal Creek Falls is a serene destination located in Whiskeytown, Shasta County, within the picturesque Shasta Cascade region. This stunning waterfall offers a refreshing escape for outdoor enthusiasts seeking water fun in a tranquil setting.
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Hedge Creek Falls
Dunsmuir
Hedge Creek Falls, located in Dunsmuir, Siskiyou County, is a charming destination for water fun in the Shasta Cascade region. This intimate waterfall offers a unique experience as visitors can walk behind the cascading water through a small cave.
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McArthur-Burney Falls
Burney
Important: All access to the waterfall and fall's pool area at McArthur Burney Falls MSP will be closed due to reconstruction of the main trail starting...
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Upper McCloud Falls
McCloud
There are three levels—lower, middle and upper—to McCloud Falls in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. The hikes are very scenic and offer an opportunity to view various forms of vegetation and wildlife.
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