McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, CA
McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, CA

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground

Shasta County


McArthur-Burney Falls State Park Campground

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McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park is northeast of Redding on Highway 89 in Shasta County. The park is in the Cascade Range, adjacent to Lake Britton. Visitors to McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park, of course, are drawn to 129-foot Burney Falls. Many consider them among the most beautiful falls in California.

Visitors enjoy hiking in the park, especially along the Pacific Crest Trail. Lake Britton offers boating, swimming, and fishing. A marina with boat rentals is available there.

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground has 102 campsites. Seventeen of the sites are designated for tents only while the rest can accommodate RVs, trailers, and tents. There is also a Hike & Bike site. Rustic one and two-bedroom cabins are available for rent.

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The 2,650-mile long Pacific Crest Trail passes through McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park across Burney Creek from the campground. Hikers along the trail can opt for the Environmental campsite ($15 per site) found immediately after the PCT crosses Burney Creek or the Hike and Bike site ($5 per person) located on the northeast side of the main campground. (Use the PCT button to find information about the Pacific Crest Trail at McArthur-Burney Falls Park.)

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McArthur-Burney Falls Campground Basics
McArthur-Burney Falls Location: On Highway 89 near Burney, 6 miles north of Highway 299
Elevation: 3,000 feet
Mileage and driving time from gateway city: Redding - 65 miles, 1:12
Number of Sites: 102
Camping Season: open year-round
Max. People per Site: 8 (including children)
Vehicles per Site: 1 vehicle plus 1 legally towed vehicle (fee for additional vehicles)
Pets: on leash, always attended
Operated by Recreation Resource Management for California State Parks
McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park: (530) 335-2777

Reservations
Reservations available Reservations can be made for camping dates from mid-May through early September; otherwise sites are first-come, first-served.
Booking Window: Reservations are taken from 2 days up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Maximum RV/trailer Length: 32 feet
Wheelchair Accessible Sites: #1 and #3 have electric hook-up; also accessible #23, 27, 30, 47, and 51
Fees: $35 per night
Online Reservations at ReserveCalifornia: McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground Reservations
or call (800) 444-PARK (7275) between 8 AM and 6 PM
Campground Map: McArthur-Burney Falls Campground Map
Check-in, check-out: 2:00 PM, check-out Noon

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground Amenities
Campsites: Picnic table, food locker, fire ring; no hook-ups (except electricity at 2 handicapped sites)
Campground: Restrooms with flush toilets, tap water, store
Showers: Yes
Dump station: Yes
Attractions near McArthur-Burney Falls Campground: Tour beautiful Burney Falls. Spend time at the Visitor Center. Set out on the bike trail. Explore the Pioneer Cemetery Trail, the Pacific Crest Trail, the Lake Rim Trail, and Burney Creek Trail. At Lake Britton enjoy boating, swimming, and fishing along with ranger-led canoe tours of Lake Britton.


Burney Falls at McArthur-Burney Falls State Park


Pacific Crest Trail Information

Take the Burney Falls trail junction to access the main campground and Hiker and Biker Campsite.

Trail Miles Northbound from Burney Falls trail junction

  • Rock Creek bridge - 5.5 miles
  • Screwdriver Creek - 9.6 miles + 0.1 mile off trail
  • Deadman Creek - 19.8 miles
  • McCloud River - 52 miles
  • Canada Border - 1,233.5 miles

Trail Miles Southbound from Burney Falls trail junction

  • Burney Mountain Guest Ranch - 7.7 miles + 0.3 mile southwest of trail. Hiker friendly
  • small creek - 12.1 miles (possibly last water for 29 miles)
  • Subway Cave - 41.5 miles
  • Mexico Border - 1,416.5 miles

Nearest Town

Burney - 12 miles south via Hwy. 89 and Hwy. 299
  Post Office, grocery, restaurants, lodging, Burney Sporting Goods, Burney Express (bus to Redding)

Always confirm mileages and directions with a reliable PCT source such as the Pacific Crest Trail Association's The Pacific Crest Trail: Exploring America's Wilderness Trail.


Lake Britton at McArthur-Burney Falls State Park campground

Lake Britton



McArthur-Burney Falls State Park campground

McArthur-Burney Falls State Park Campground

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
Attractions and Activities

Visitors to McArthur-Burney Falls State Park enjoy the views of the falls as well as all the great recreation opportunities at Lake Britton.

  • View Burney Falls from the overlooks adjacent to the parking lot.
  • Hike the short trail down to the base of the falls or make a full loop around the falls using two bridges.
  • Drive or hike to nearby Lake Britton for the day.
  • Rent patio boats, paddle boats, motor boats, canoes and kayaks, and paddle boards at Burney Falls Park Marina at Lake Britton.
  • Enjoy swimming in the lake.
  • Take a tour of the Visitor Center.
  • Attend one of the interesting ranger campfire programs, marshmallows included.
  • Join a guided paddle tour of Lake Britton.
  • Junior Ranger programs are available for ages 7 - 12.
  • Plan to be in the park for once-a-month Animal Rescue Saturdays beginning in late May and running through August. See rescued animals and learn about wildlife in the area.

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