Chasing Waterfalls in UpState CA!

Brandy Creek Falls

Brandy Creek Falls is one of the widest waterfalls in Whiskeytown National Park with five cascades that rush over the granite rock of the canyon. Here you will find the unique Indian Rhubarb displaying bright colors in spring and fall. This trail connects to Rich Gulch Trail. This waterfall is accessible by trail. A map of the trail to Brandy Creek Falls is available at the Whiskeytown Visitor Center. Driving Time: 15 mins/9.44 miles from…

Burstarse Falls

This waterfall makes it's appearance every year in late winter and early spring. It's source is a small granite basin where Burstarse Creek drains. This waterfall is moderately accessible.

Camp Creek Falls

Camp Creek Falls can be reached by driving and is a sight to see, with many tiers equaling 200 feet of waterfall. Be sure to have a high clearance vehicle and get ready for a rough ride to see this worthwile waterfall. 

Coon Falls

Coon Falls on North Table Mountain is a sight to see when you can see it. Because of a small drainage basin, it is most visible after a good rain storm which is a great time to see little waterfalls all over the mesa. This waterfall is easily accessible.

Crevice (Crack) Falls

The sight of Crevice Falls at Table Mountain is absolutely breathtaking with the best views at the edge of the cliffs. The waterfall is almost hidden as it drops through a huge crack and down 129 feet to the canyon floor. There is another waterfall near Crevice Falls that doesn't  exist any other time except directly after heavy rainfall so this is the best time to go, just watch your step. This waterfall is moderately…

Crystal Creek Falls

The hike to the falls is very easy and the trail is mostly flat the whole way. This is a great hike for anyone looking for a less strenuous way to enjoy the great outdoors. This is the only manmade waterfall in Whiskeytown National Park. It was created from a diversion of Trinity River to Whiskeytown Lake. Driving Time: 26 mins/18.51 miles from Redding. Distance: .33 miles (one way). Difficulty: Easy

Curtain Falls

Due to its isolated canyon location, this waterfall has yet to be measured and is said to be anywhere from 20 to 40 feet tall. The waterfall creates a veil along the Middle Fork of the Feather River. This waterfall is strenuously accessible.

Deadhorse Falls

Dead Horse Falls is a hidden jewel in Lassen National Forest. This very beautiful waterfall drops 60 ft. on small Dead Horse Creek, into a deep and pretty little gorge. Driving Time: 1 hour 29 mins/73.14 miles from Redding. Difficulty: Easy

Deer Creek Falls

This short and powerful waterfall ascends 18 feet to a punchbowl water hole at it's base. Visible throughout the year, this waterfall is bypassed by a fish ladder which diverts from the waterfall and is noticeably reduced in late summer. Deer Creek Falls provides a great opportunity for swimming and kayaking and is easily accessible. Driving Time: 1 hour 47 mins/97.88 miles from Redding. Difficulty: Easy

Faery Falls

Faery Falls cascades 41 feet down a rock face with a small pool and rocky creek at it's base. This waterfall is most interesting to visit at it's peak volume in spring with a great mist and swift stream. This waterfall is easily accessible. Driving Time: 1 hour 18 mins/63 miles from Redding. Difficulty: Easy