McCloud River Loop
and Burney Falls
Once we left Oregon, we headed for mom's niece's house near Lassen Park. On the way, mom saw a sign that mentioned waterfalls and we were off on another exploration adventure!
We were following along the McCloud River in Northern California and mom was surprised to find that it had not one, but three, waterfalls and one of them was truly spectacular!
Lower Falls
This waterfall was easy to get to,
just a short walk down a few stairs right in the picnic area!
just a short walk down a few stairs right in the picnic area!
These ground squirrels were really enjoying a feast of sunflower seeds left by someone. Check out the guy with the full cheeks in the picture below!
Middle Falls
Mom really wanted to see the falls from water level, so off we went,
hiking a real switchback trail down into the canyon.
hiking a real switchback trail down into the canyon.
The hike was absolutely worth every step!
Upper Falls
Upper falls was also easy to access.
It was just a short walk on a fairly level trail from the parking lot.
It was just a short walk on a fairly level trail from the parking lot.
Not too much further down the road, maybe about an hour, we came to Burney Falls. They are very beautiful too!
Burney Falls
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McCloud River Loop and Burney Falls