Grandkids had an amazing time feeding the fish and experiencing the museum next door.read more

How awesome is this spot!!! There are probably thousands upon thousands of different kind of fish…read morehere and they were all happy to see us... They did have free "Trout Chow" available for you to enjoy feeding the little guys... My kids really enjoyed this place. We will definitely be coming back to visit soon!!

The falls are absolutely gorgeous and a must see!!…read more We arrived around 1000 on a Friday where we had to park in overflow, so I suggest to go early. They have a gift shop that sells softserve icecream so we grabbed one of those and talked to the store clerk who also runs the marina where he explained the boating and kayaking options, fishing, etc. Afterwards we hiked the paved path down to the falls. The path has an incline and is wet in some areas so exercise caution as we saw someone fall and bust her knee open. The falls are so beautiful from every angle, and very worth the trip! After taking a ton of photos we walked on another path that took us to a cool bridge crossing the river. Then headed over to the marina area and rented a kayak for 4 hours for $85, which is great price honestly. The guy at the boat rental area was very nice and accomodating. The sun was out in full force so take your sunscreen! We fished and caught a few small mouth bass but nothing we could keep. After we turned in our kayaks we found a picnic area and grilled up some food. Overall we really enjoyed our day at this park and highly recommend!!

This is my second trip to McArthur Burney Falls. Easy access and available parking today, 09.17.25…read moredue to it being the end of season/fall. $10 entrance fee, accept cash or credit cards. I actually received a $1 back as in a senior. I dislike that dog access is limited to parking lot, and observation area. Not allowed on stairs leading down to base of falls, on trails, posted properly. I understand people don't clean up after their pets plus you never know how dogs will interact. Their park, their rules. I love the rule that doesn't allow you to leave your dog(s) in the car, kudos. I think these dog rules apply to all California State Parks. Beautiful falls, great fall weather, friendly rangers.

Very pleasant fall fishing on Fall River. The weather was iffy, but the services Trina and Gerald…read moreoffered were solid, and made our stay a pleasant one. Boats and trolling motors were in good shape and always ready. The kitchen was nice, and we used the Weber grill too, and were able to have several of us cook up a potluck feast simultaneously. The bathrooms had shampoo and conditioner, and facial soap. There were plenty of towels and hot showers at the end of the day, so we could warm up and tell tales of fish. Great times.

Lovely ranch on the Fall River. The cabins are clean, very comfortable and stocked with everything…read moreyou need. It's a great place to gather with a group or a few friends and spend the days on the river exploring and fishing. Trina was so helpful and very kind. I will be back!

What a find!! I was helping with some work on the McCloud River not realizing how cold the water…read moreis. I needed gear- waders and sunglasses that I had lost on the trail and was told I would need to go into Dunsmuir to Ted Fay's shop- which I love but hoping there might be a place in town- like an Ace or fly shop. After a search on the Web I found Mccloud Outdoors - what a find!!! It is small but large on items needed for fishing and camping. I was able to get WOMENS sized waders, polarized sunglasses contemplated even more. They were not overpriced, very helpful, helped with fly selection. And to top it all off, the BEST pastries and coffee shop attached next door. I have been letting everyone know about this gem- everything and more I needed!

Wow, this shop has not only restored my faith in retailers but even humanity itself We stopped in…read moreafter forgetting snow boots for the kiddos at home. As soon as we walked in Chad, the owner greeted us with a sincerely friendly hello. He can out from behind the counter and helped us find EVERYTHING we needed. I was so pleasantly surprised at the incredible selection for all ages. We found everything we needed at competitive prices, amazing! Added bonus was the cafe attached next store. They had the most delicious house made scones and coffee that even finicky coffee drinkers like my better half enjoyed recommend and will definitely be back in the future (i.e. tomorrow morning for biscuits and gravy breakfast )

Bob Telles put us on the fish alright. He told us exactly where to go and when to be there. He gave…read moreus a lure to use as well. My cousin and I found the honey hole on the Sacramento Point that Bob told us about. We slayed them just like he told us we would. Trolling for trout has never been so much fun for me or my cousin. We know how to use our down riggers. We know how to set up the lines. We didn't know where the fish were. That was until we met Bob Telles of The Reel Thing. I came across The Reel Thing July 27, 2016. My cousin and I had just pulled the boat up into the shade so we could start prepping it for the week ahead of fishing. Shortly after we began our setup a gentleman came down the hill in a golf cart. He circled around the boat and asked, "Are you guys going to be here long?" We replied with a friendly no. The next thing you know this gentleman introduced himself as Bob and began telling us about the fish. Bob gave my cousin and I so much detailed information our brains almost exploded. Bob then let it be known he is a guide on Shasta and has many years on Shasta and other lakes. Bob's friendly demeanor and willingness to provide so much information to non paying people was so amazing. He was not trying to sell us a guided trip. He didn't tell us to get off his lake. He told us that he loves giving out the information because it is what he loves to do. Put people on the fish! Bob Telles put us on the fish alright. He told us exactly where to go and when to be there. He gave us a lure to use as well. My cousin and I found the honey hole on the sacramento Point that Bob told us about. We slayed them just like he told us we would. Trolling for trout has never been so much fun for me or my cousin. We know how to use our down riggers. We know how to set up the lines. We didn't know where the fish were. That was until we met Bob Telles of The Reel Thing. I am going to be going back to Shasta as I do every year, however this next time I am going out on Bob's boat and going to "Come Fish The Reel Thing" with my family. Give Bob a call. It will only benefit you in the long run. The Reel Thing is a veteran owned and operated business. Support your local business and veterans all at the same time. Come Fish... The Reel Thing Fishing Adventures on Shasta Lake Bob Telles (530)2389782 fishingshasta@gmail.com btretired@gmail.com

Bob Telles taught me how to fish Lake Shasta in less than a day. His knowledge of that Lake is…read moreoutstanding ! I also appreciated his dedication to making sure I caught my Limit for the Day, which I did before noon. Thanks to Bob the rest of my fishing trip on Lake Shasta was a success thanks to Bob !

Very well maintained trail along the perimeter of Lake Siskiyou. Decent amount of free parking near…read morethe trailhead/lakefront with bathrooms and trash cans. Tons of folks with boating equipment and stuff to hang out by the lake front and relax, fish, or have a picnic. The trail itself is a loop and you can turn around at any point. Not terribly strenuous and almost all flat - great for little ones/carrying a baby. There is a developed camp and a beach on the other side of the lake. If you're interested in a little bit more seclusion, there is plenty of space to spread out and relax, looking up at the base of Mt Shasha!

This spot was utterly incredibly! Came here with my family as it is my brothers birthday and we…read morethought a Mount Shasta trip would be a nice easy fun get away from the rigors of Los Angeles and the concrete jungle. We stopped by after eating around the area (recommend the smokehouse or bbq, stay away from the Mexican food at all costs!!) So we went to cable beach and got off and walked around and went to the lake to skip rocks and hang out as we unfortunately forgot our bathing suits. The view was so incredible, and perfect I couldn't even believe the how breathtaking it was at sunset . We skipped many rocks and even made it into a competition which I won, then I went off and found a great stump to take pictures on and unfortunately I slipped and fell on the rocks. Caution! Many rocks here so take water shoes or something with a thick bottom! Although it was pretty funny I'm still hurting haha. We saw boats on the lake and some people off to the side having a picnic and taking a dip in the lovely, warm water. All in all this was an incredible place to stop by and visit! I highly, highly, highly, HIGHLYYY recommend coming here!

What a gorgeous place to spend time relaxing with an incredible view of Shasta. We were able to…read morefind parking at one of the public access lots, which is free, and then took a short wander down to the lakeshore to take in the majestic beauty. Highly recommend pulling off the interstate for a rest stop here to stretch your legs and breathe in the crisp air!

I stopped by Lake Siskiyou twice during my recent trip to the Mt Shasta area. Once was to sit by…read morethe water and relax, following a long hike earlier in the day and have lunch at the nearby resorts bar & grill (separate review for that.) The second visit was to hike the trail along the lake. For the beach time, it was a week day and it too crowded. I was able to snag a bench near the resort's public beach and enjoy the iconic views of Mt Shasta. As for the lakeside trail, it goes all the way around and is approximately 7 miles. I was short on time, so did a 3 mile out and back. Along the way, there are forested paths, Mt Shasta views and meadows to enjoy. The trail wasn't well signed and I lost it at some points. Since I was only doing a small section of it, I just followed the lakeshore best I could on my out and back. Early morning, it was a peaceful place. I'd love to come back and see about kayaking the lake or doing the entire trail. Lovely spot and a nice way to unwind near Shasta

Great service and a well-stocked, clean store. Matthew was super-helpful and has fair prices.read more

What a place. Best hex flies available. The owner, Matt, is a super guy. Knows the Fall River and…read morefly fishing cold. Great place for flies and don't forget their ever popular Shasta Angler hats and shirts. A must visit fly shop. Oh, and they sell boats, too. Look for the sign on the south side of 299 east of the town of Fall River Mills.

McCloud Falls should have its own Yelp page listing because this is like posting about Niagara…read moreFalls in a Niagara River page. McCloud and Burney Falls (an hour away) make the best one-two punch for waterfalls outside Yosemite. However, unlike Burney Falls, McCloud Falls has lots of free parking and no entrance fee because it is not a state park. Upper Falls is the least dramatic. An ADA-accessible trail leads to an observation deck about 90 feet above the falls. The fact that people were waiting efficiently in a line to take a photo was more exciting for me than the falls itself. Plus, it is a bit strange looking down on waterfalls. Stupid waterfalls. Anyhow, of the three locations Upper Falls offers a quieter environment, ideal for relaxation and reflection, especially if the water is still. Lower Falls was the most chaotic, with two lanes of parking lot traffic on a one-way road, and more kids sprawling the river for swimming. The area, stocked with trout, seemed the more picnic and day trippy of the falls, the best place to eat your lunch. Middle Falls is the money shot. The postcard. The one that has people posing for hours for the 'Gram. This is because it's 50 feet high and over 100 feet wide, creating a curtain of water over a basalt cliff into a pool below. McCloud Falls deserves its own Yelp page--lumping it in with a generic "McCloud River" listing is like posting Niagara Falls under the Niagara River. Come on now. Together, McCloud Falls and Burney Falls (just an hour apart) make the best one-two punch for waterfall chasers outside of Yosemite. But unlike Burney Falls, located in a state park that charges an entrance fee, McCloud Falls offers something rare and beautiful: lots of free parking and zero entrance fees. My favorite kind of waterfalls are free. Upper Falls is the least dramatic of the trio. A well-maintained ADA-accessible trail leads to an observation deck perched about 90 feet above the falls. Ironically, the orderly line of people waiting to snap a photo was more thrilling than the waterfall itself. Also, there's something a little odd about looking down on a waterfall. Stupid waterfalls. That said, Upper Falls is the most peaceful and serene, making it perfect for quiet moments of reflection--especially when the water is still. Lower Falls is the more chaotic of the trio, with two lanes of traffic trying to share a narrow one-way road, while kids are sprawled across the banks of a rushing, whitewater river. The area, stocked with trout, feels tailor-made for picnics and day trips--the kind of place where sandwiches taste better for no logical reason. Middle Falls is the showstopper. The money shot. The backdrop of annoying Instagram photo sessions. At 50 feet high and over 100 feet wide, it sends a dramatic curtain of water spilling over a basalt cliff into a pool below, with summer crowds climbing the shoreline boulders and wading into the 42 degree water just to ruin your pictures. I had to edit out so many people, they should call them McPhotoshop Falls.

We love Water Falls in California on the quest of exploring all the beauties within. we found the…read moreMcCloud River in Redding, contains 3 beautiful water falls, although we missed the Burney Falls that's not too far away. One day we will try it. From the east bay, it's about 300 miles north, if we want to see the falls and the lake shasta caverns, we need to sleep over one night because it'd take 5-6 hr to drive. When we get to the McCloud River, there are actual roads to drive to 3 Falls, Lower, Middle and Upper Falls. Each from the parking lot only take a few minutes hike to see the Falls, although we didn't go to the bottom of the upper falls, but we could see some. The lower falls where many people swim, or like us, sit on the rocks to feel the water gushing through rocks very nice. The middle falls, we didn't really hike to the bottom of the falls but stayed where we could see the clear views of the falls. Where people also play with the water. Next time when we visit Burney Falls, we will hike to the bottom of all these falls. Love these falls, love California.