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 Memorial State Park Campground

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McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground brings campers from far and wide to enjoy its unique surroundings.

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park is in the Cascade Range, well-known for its history of volcanic activity. Sparkling Burney Falls is the main attraction in the park. Currents from the Pit River spill 129-foot in a dazzling array of water cascading over volcanic rock. Many consider them among the most beautiful falls in California. Nearby is a Visitor Center, camp store, and food services.

A short way down the main park road, 1,600-acre Lake Britton draws both campers and day visitors. The lake is popular for kayaking, boating, and fishing. Lake Britton Marina rents canoes, kayaks, and small motor boats. Swimming is allowed, but the water is cold. Five miles of hiking trails wind through the park forests, connecting to the Pacific Crest Trail. Some trails are open to mountain bikes.

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground

McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground has 128 campsites. Seventeen of the sites are designated for tents only while the rest can accommodate medium-size RVs, trailers, and tents. The main campground is divided into 2 side-by-side camping areas - Rim (sites 1-62) and Pioneer (sites 63 - 124). Both are within walking distance of the falls, the lake, and other park features.

Campsites are equipped with picnic tables, fire rings with grills, paved driveway surfaces, and food lockers. There are no hook-ups. Water spigots are nearby, as are restrooms with flush toilets and showers.

There is also a Hike & Bike site. In addition, about two dozen rustic one and two-bedroom cabins are available for rent.

Pacific Crest Trail
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For more adventures, campers set out exploring hiking trails in the park, especially the famous Pacific Crest Trail. 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 Memorial State Park Campground Basics
McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground 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 McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park Campground 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: Campsites $35 per night
One-room Cabins $99.66
Two-room Cabins $124.57
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: Check-in: 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 Memorial State Park 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.
Updates Last Updated April 2025





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

Reviews from Previous Campers

2024

  • Well maintained campground.
  • Can hear some road noise.
  • Spacious, shaded campsites.
  • Campground was peaceful and beautiful.

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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