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.
More Information
Whiskeytown 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)
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