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Kings Creek Falls

Name: Kings Creek Falls
Rating: 2

Recommended by 5 hikers

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Lassen Volcanic National Park

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Location: Shasta County, California, United States

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1. Kings Creek Horse Trail to Kings Creek Falls – Lassen Volcanic National Park

4.04km

01:24

130m

Intermediate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Sifford and Bench Lakes Loop – Lassen Volcanic National Park

10.7km

03:11

270m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Kings Creek Falls – Kings Creek Trail loop from Old Station

7.78km

02:26

190m

180m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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🕊️ 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒓

November 30, 2016

There are two ways to reach the falls from the trailhead, via the horse trail or along the creek/cascades. The cascades section of the trail is closed (as of Nov 2016, check for updates nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hiking_kings_creek_falls.htm ). The trail along the creek is steep and rocky and should not be attempted if you aren't prepared to scramble across large rocks along the creek. The horse trail route is a slower and steadier descent, much easier on the knees. Hiking boots are recommended for both routes. The trail continues past the falls and can be used to access the Warner Valley via the Pacific Crest Trail.

The Kings Creek Falls trail leads to a large roaring waterfall draped in ferns and other green plants which thrive off the mist generated by the falls. Depending on the time of year you hike to the falls you may see Fawn Lilies or Satin-leaf Lupines in full bloom. As you get closer to the falls notice the deep bending of many of the large California Red Firs (see gallery below). Due to its elevation the Kings Creek Falls trail can be covered in 15 feet or more of snow in the winter, the immense weight of this snowpack bends the trees as they grow upwards towards the sun. As this snow melts the abundance of water in the area supports many difference species of plants and animals. The Kings Creek Trail is a great area to catch a glimpse of Lassen's various wildlife such as Clark's Nutcrackers and mule deer.
nps.gov/lavo/planyourvisit/hiking_kings_creek_falls.htm

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August 1, 2022

The overlook is closed after the 2021 Dixie Fire.

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Elevation 2,080 m

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Location: Shasta County, California, United States

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1. Kings Creek Horse Trail to Kings Creek Falls – Lassen Volcanic National Park

2. Sifford and Bench Lakes Loop – Lassen Volcanic National Park

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