Today I went to McArthur-Burney Falls State Park. That was one of the most beautiful waterfalls I have ever seen.
To get to the park you drive north on highway 89 through a beautiful valley. This road is a scenic volcanic byway and you can see evidence of lava flows along the side of the road.
I arrived at the park about 9:30 this morning and found out that mid morning is one of the best times to take pictures of the falls. Even a point and shoot girl like me was able to take pretty pictures.
I decided to do the head-water loop hike but I ended up following the trail along the river that the fishermen use. It was a pretty rough trail with lots of rocky area. I went up creek as far as I could go and still didn't see the foot bridge to cross over. I was about to backtrack when I spotted a narrow trail climbing up the bank. I followed that trail and found the main trail and it was much easier to walk on. The bridge to cross was .08 miles from the falls. It is a good thing I thought to bring my aqua pack.
I finally got back to the parking lot and decided to check out the campground and lake. I would camp there anytime, they also have primitive cabins to rent that are also in the campground.
I followed the main park road and came to Lake Britton. The lake is downstream from the falls about a mile and half.
This lake is stunning. It has boating, including rentals, a swim beach, and it is surrounded with ponderosa pines. The City of Burney is only about 10 minutes away so if the camp store doesn't have something you need it isn't far to town.
I haven't decided what to do tomorrow. I might go back to Lassen and hike Bumpass Hell or I could go on a self guided tour in Subway Cave. I think I will decide later.
Susie
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