Whiskeytown Falls
French Gulch, California
| Address: | Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity Nra, French Gulch, CA 96033, USA |
| GPS: |
40°38'18.4"N 122°40'33.5"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | California |
| Trail Length: | 2.80 miles |
| Trail Type: | Out & Back |
| Hike Difficulty: | Intermediate |
| Elevation Gain: | 787 feet |
Waterfalls Trails State Park
Hike
Whiskeytown Falls trail is located within Whiskeytown State Park just about 15 miles outside of Redding. The state park has a lot of activities to do, but it is also home to one of the "best waterfalls in Northern California". It's at the west end of the lake about 9-miles from the visitor's center.
The hike is about 1.7 miles each way and is uphill for a majority of the hike so this hike will take a bit longer than you might anticipate.
NOTE: Make sure to bring enough water with you as this hike can be fairly strenuous, especially on a hot day.
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Hiking - Whiskeytown National Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area offers dozens of miles of trails perfect for hiking, trail running, mountain biking, and horseback riding. From rugged canyons and waterfalls to historic mining features and post-fire ecology, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. And of course, the stunning views of Whiskeytown Lake are a highlight of many trails.
https://www.nps.gov/whis/planyourvisit/hiking.htmWhiskeytown Falls: A Hidden Waterfall - California Through My Lens
A mesmerizing waterfall outside of Redding that has three tiers, with each better then the one before. Check out my pictures and review.
https://californiathroughmylens.com/whiskeytown-falls-waterfall/Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From French Gulch, California
- Head south on Main St toward Trinity Mountain Rd (0.6 mi)
- Continue onto Trinity Mountain Rd (2.6 mi)
- Turn right onto CA-299 W (0.6 mi)
- Turn left onto Crystal Creek Rd (3.7 mi)
- Turn left onto Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity NraDestination will be on the left(85 ft)
