Burney Falls - Hiking
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About 100 million gallons of water pass through Burney Falls every day.
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Towards the end of the trail, you follow the path across a bridge.
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Along the trail you will find benches with bits of inspirational poetry burned into them.
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The Burney Falls Trail winds through lush forests and babbling creeks.
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Halfway through the trail, you will cross the bridge via a pedestrian bridge.
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At 129 feet tall, Burney Falls is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in California.
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View from the base of Burney Falls.
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About
Summary
Referred to as “the eighth wonder of the world" by President Theodore Roosevelt, Burney Falls features a 129-foot waterfall with easy access and no shortage of scenic splendor.
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Distance
1.3 miles
Destination Distance From Downtown
54.0 miles
Difficulty
2 of 5 diamonds
The most difficult portion of this trail is about a third of the way in where there is a bit of a climb.
Time To Complete
1 hours
This is a short hike, but there is a lot to see along the way so an hour will give you plenty of time to take it all in.
Seasonality
Spring, Summer, and Fall
Burney winters are cold and snowy. Check road conditions and contact the park for accessibility prior to heading out.
Dog Friendly
No
Dogs are not allowed on this trail.
Fees Permits
Yes
There is an $8 day-use fee.
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