The Headwaters Trail is a really nice - and even more scenic - alternative to the PCT along this stretch: It follows Burney Creek and you will find two different locations with nicely shaded benches.

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Camp Store and Visitor Center – Rim of the Lake Spring loop from Braden Sand Pit

19.1km

05:01

160m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Burney Falls – Headwaters Pool loop from McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park

8.56km

02:19

120m

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 890 m

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Location: Shasta County, California, United States

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Headwaters Trail

#1.

Camp Store and Visitor Center – Rim of the Lake Spring loop from Braden Sand Pit

#2.

Burney Falls – Headwaters Pool loop from McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park

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