Whiskeytown - Whiskeytown Falls

14412 Kennedy Memorial Drive (Visitor Center)
Whiskeytown, California 96095
Shasta County
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Phone: 530-242-3400

A moderate out-and-back 3.4 mile trail leads you to Whiskeytown Falls, one of the four beautiful waterfalls at Whiskeytown Lake. The hike to the 220 foot waterfall starts with a decline to the creek valley but then remains at a slight incline the rest of the way.  
The stairs to Upper Whiskeytown Falls, to the left of the falls, have been closed due to falling boulders which you will see when you get there.  You can safely go up them, part way, to gain different views of the waterfall but we suggest you don't try to access the trail after the point where the park has blocked it off.  
We like this waterfall not only because of its beauty and the peace that find while visiting but also because it's a great hike that almost everyone will enjoy. 
Camping:
There are a few different campgrounds at Whiskeytown Lake.  Click HERE to get more information about camping near the waterfalls. 
More info:
Crystal Creek Falls are on the same road as Whiskeytown Falls.  
How to get there:
From the Visitor Center, take Highway 299 West to Crystal Creek Road; located just past the Tower House Historic District.  Go left on Crystal Creek Road and the trailhead parking lot is just less than 4 miles up the hill.  
Other fun things to do in the area:
Whiskeytown National Recreation Area often hosts special events.  You can find these and other upcoming events on our Event Calendar.   Check out our Road Trip section for places to visit and things to do when you feel like hitting the road. 
*Click on the photos below to enlarge them.  They are from a winter hike.