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Burney
Spend a half‑day at Burney Falls and a quick walk around town; add a short hike or fishing if you have extra time.
Burney is a small Shasta Cascades town centred on Burney Falls State Park. The falls and nearby trails can be explored in 4–6 hours, leaving the rest of a day for a bite or a quick shop. Longer stays suit anglers or hikers on the Pacific Crest Trail.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep (warm, dry, good for hiking and fishing)
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, possible snow on trails)
- Airport
- RDD
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Burney911 ▾
- Police/Fire/Ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Burney, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyBurney is low‑crime; main risk is road safety on mountain roads, especially in winter.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportRDD Redding Municipal Airport (about 30 min drive east on Hwy 299).
- Getting aroundTown is walkable; bicycles work well.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)$2–$4
- Street or quick mealBurger or sandwich$5–$9
- BeerBeer (draft)$4–$6
- Museum or sight ticketState park entryFree
- Budget bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$70
- Mid-range bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$100
- High-end bedMotel room (double), a night, per roomUS$150
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$90 · High US$130
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- RDD Redding Municipal Airport (about 30 min drive east on Hwy 299)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
Avoid
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Oct
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Nov
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Jan (10 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Burney: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
10 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
9 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
8 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
6 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
5 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
3 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
4 rd
Sep
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5 rd
Oct
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Town is walkable; bicycles work well. For farther sites (Burney Falls State Park, Hat Creek) a car is convenient.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
McArthur‑Burney Falls Memorial State Park
goDoor to door: 15 min drive, 2 h walk total
Drive or bike east on Hwy 299, 5 km (3.1 mi) from town centreDrive or bike east on Hwy 299, 3.1 mi (5 km) from town centre
Falls are free to view; $10 parking fee.
Hat Creek Radio Observatory
goDoor to door: 20 min drive, 30 min tour
Drive north 12 km (7.5 mi) on County Rd 1Drive north 7.5 mi (12 km) on County Rd 1
Tours Th‑F 9 am‑3 pm; turn off electronics.
Crystal Lake Fish Hatchery
goDoor to door: 25 min drive, 1 h visit
Drive north 15 km (9.3 mi) on Hwy 299Drive north 9.3 mi (15 km) on Hwy 299
Free, open 8 am‑3 pm; fishing and picnicking.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Green Gables Motel
Close to Main St, basic rooms, hot tub, kitchen; good for one‑night stays.
Charm Motel and Suites
Similar amenities, also near Highway 299.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–$80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–$120 excl. bed
- High
- $120+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel room (double)1 × 1 night × US$100 | US$100 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$90 | US$180 |
| Car rental (compact, 1 day)2 × US$55 · check | US$110 |
| Burney Falls parking fee2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × US$20 · check | US$40 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$45 |
| Trip total≈ US$248 per person per day, bed included | US$495 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and long‑distance car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | $2–$4 |
| Burger or sandwich | $5–$9 |
| Beer (draft) | $4–$6 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $3.5–$4.0 |
| Parking at Burney Falls | $10 |
| State park entry | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking at Burney Falls costs $10 (check for seasonal changes).
- Subway Cave is closed in winter; bring a jacket for cold interior.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Embassy
US consulate in Sacramento (check address); nearest foreign consulates in San Francisco.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (compact, 1 day): about $50, pick up in Redding
- Burney Falls parking: $10 per vehicle
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (disculpe)
- Gracias — Thank you (gra-thi-as)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (kwan-to kwes-ta)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom? (don-de es-ta el ba-nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Burney. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep (warm, dry, good for hiking and fishing) · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, possible snow on trails) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car rental for flexible access to state park and observatory.
- Include a guided fishing charter on Hat Creek for anglers.
Sources
- officialBurney Chamber – official site
- secondaryWikidata – Burney
- secondaryWikivoyage: Burney, revision 5040468 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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