McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park
A comfy campout with 2 to 5 mile hikes
Driving to and sleeping at a campground
Perfect for families with young kiddos
Trip · 3-day camping trip
For · Friends and new campers
Vibe · Relaxing and chill
Reservations · Yes, reserve a site at Rim Campground
Drive · 4.5 hours from SF
Ideal dates · May to September
Pets · Welcome at camp, but not on trails
The star of McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park (BFSP) is its 129-foot high namesake: Burney Falls. People flock from all over to witness this natural wonder, which never fails to disappoint, but the park does get packed over summer weekends. Avoid the crowds by reserving a mid-week campsite and visiting the falls around 7 AM. As they say, early birds get Burney Falls for themselves!
Main image credit: Gracie Emory
Each campsite comes with a:
Rim Campground is located between Burney Falls and Lake Britton, an under-rated highlight within the park. Unlike Pioneer campground, Rim is located closer to the falls. The campground has heated cabins, RV, and tent campsites as well as a general store, restrooms and token-operated showers. Campsites can be reserved up to six months advance for peak summer months, and are first-come, first-serve between Labor Day and mid-May. If you have a flexible sked, keep an eye out for last-minute campsite cancellations over the summer!
Check-in: After 2 PM · Check-out: 12 PM
Quiet hours: 10 PM to 6 AM
Nightly Rate: $35
Burney Falls is named after Samuel Burney, who died in 1859. The McArthurs bought and later gifted the waterfall to the state in 1920.
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The Ilmawi were the first group of people to live near the falls. Today, they're part of the Pit River Tribe.
Burney Falls is one of the few known nesting sites for the Black Swift. You can often spot them soaring around the waterfalls
A fancy stove for campers who want compact, portability, and performance all in one.
Kitchen
This spacious loveseat is designed for cuddling with loved and furry ones at camp.
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We can confirm that these camp tables withstand hot bevvies and rock collections.
Shared Gear
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A fun camping cot for siblings to share and sleep in overnight.
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Sleep
Bugs be gone with this rechargeable and refillable mosquito repeller.
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Self-care
This small play tent will keep your kids busy and your main sleeping tent clean.
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Shelters
A colorful mug with a lid to keep your bevvies warm and cool at camp.
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Coolers are made for chilling and rolling in and out of camp. This one is top-notch.
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Lighten the load from car to camp with this highly-rated collapsible wagon.
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Keep water cold and your family hydrated with this sleek, non-leak water jug.
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