Camping near Burney

Located at the base of the Cascade Mountains in Shasta County, the small Intermountain town of Burney is a gateway to a nearby waterfall of the same name, considered one of the prettiest in California. Plenty of other waterfalls can be found nearby, along with excellent trout fishing. Hike a section of the Pacific Crest Trail, road bike in the Fall River Valley, or mountain bike in the forest trails. Winter recreation is also popular, including snowshoeing, sledding, snowmobiling, and cross-country skiing. nearby state and national parks and national forests offer plenty of overnight options for all types of campers.

Burney Area

Private campgrounds and RV parks are the closest overnight options to Burney. Nearby McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park is home to the famous Burney Falls, along with year-round tent and RV sites, equestrian sites, and camping cabins. For boating, fishing, and kayaking, head to Lake Britton, which offers several seasonal campgrounds run by PG&E. For boat-in camping, head to Big Lake in Ahjumawi Lava Springs State Park.

Lassen Volcanic National Park and Lassen National Forest

South of Burney, Lassen Volcanic National Park offers a surreal volcanic landscape featuring every kind of volcanic dome, alpine and forest terrain, pretty lakes, and a scenic drive, along with year-round outdoor recreation. Eight developed and primitive campgrounds offer options for tent and RV campsites and cabins. The Almanor and Hat Creek ranger districts of Lassen National Forest offer additional recreation and camping options.

Mount Shasta and Shasta-Trinity National Park

Located an hour northwest of Burney is the snow-capped and volcanic Mount Shasta, which offers hiking, mountaineering, caving, biking, boating, fishing, and a wide range of winter sports. Stay in a tent, RV, or cabin close to the town of Mount Shasta, camp on the slopes of the mountain or stay nearby at a public campsite near the water, including along the numerous rivers and streams and in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, the largest national forest in California.

Shasta Lake

Located an hour southwest of Burney, Shasta Lake is the largest man-made lake in California, boasting 30,000 acres. Boating, fishing, and water sports are the main draws here, More than 30 developed, dispersed, boat-in, group campgrounds, and yurts can be found around the lake’s 360 miles of shoreline, offering options for every kind of camper to enjoy easy access to the water.

Summer is the most popular time for visiting Burney and nearby Burney-McArthur Memorial State Park. Spring and fall are also great times for outdoor recreation in the area. Fishing is generally allowed year-round, though some areas may have restrictions in place between November and April. Visit in October for Heritage Day at Burney-McArthur Memorial State Park. Many winter activities are dependent on there being sufficient snowfall.