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This set of falls is about an hour from Redding east on Hwy
299. Teddy Roosevelt considered the falls as the as the 8th wonder of the world.
Burney Falls located in McArthur Burney Falls State Park is not the highest nor largest waterfall in the state, but many people consider it the most beautiful. Unlike other waterfalls here or elsewhere, it continues to flow at the same rate all year long: about 100 million gallons every day. The strikingly clear, pure water flows from openings in the volcanic rock at and above the falls. The water temperature, even on hot summer days, is about 42 degrees Fahrenheit. The 129-foot-high waterfall cascades into an almost iridescent pool underneath. Light penetrates deep into the clear water, reflecting a cool blue color. The strikingly clear, pure water comes from openings in the volcanic rock at and above the falls. At the foot of the falls it is like a rain forest: cool and laced with mist. A trail leads from the foot of the falls down to Lake Britton, where there is a boat ramp and a swimming beach. |
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Interested
in this area? Contact
Eric Lewis (530-227-7722)
for Redding Real Estate for sale.
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Mossbrae
Falls
Mossbrae Falls is a beautiful waterfall cascading over a hillside of brilliant green plants, into the pristine Sacramento River. Just a short walk from the neighborhoods of Dunsmuir, Mossbrae Falls is a must see for visitors to the beautiful Dunsmuir river canyon.
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Eric Lewis for Redding Real Estate. (530-227-7722) |
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Whiskeytown
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Just west of Redding California sits Whiskeytown
falls. Located within the boundaries of
Whiskeytown National Park. These falls
were discovered or rediscovered in 2005 and a
trail was built for the public to access
them. The hike is 1.7 miles each way and
you'll be in a steady and sometimes steep climb
to reach your destination. An interesting
feature of these falls is they curve as they
traverse the slope, a bit like a portion of a
circular staircase. Because of this,
getting a picture of the entire falls I'll leave
up to a professional rock climber who happens to
be a photographer as well. More on Whiskeytown
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"steady climb" for a middle aged overweight
guy like me means I think I about died (ha-ha).
Once arriving at the falls, it was well worth
the effort and next time I think I'll take a
little rest on the way up. On the way back
down to the parking area it was very easy and
took less than half of the time as going
up. You can learn more about these falls
by visiting the National Park Service website
regarding the falls
of Whiskeytown, or another portion of the
Park service site is dedicated to Whiskeytown
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Interested
in this area? Contact
Eric Lewis (530-227-7722)
for Redding Real Estate for sale.
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Hedge
Creek Falls
Just to the north of Dunsmuir . A five minute walk from the road, you'll arrive at beautiful Hedgecreek Falls. Sit on the bench while the kids run around behind the falls or frolic in the cool, clean waters. You can enjoy the picnic area at the top of the falls also.
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