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Whiskeytown National Recreational Area
Get Outside and Hike to Whiskeytown Falls

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Date: July 16, 2009





Whiskeytown News Release

 



July 16, 2009

For Immediate Release

Carol Jandrall (530) 242-3438

 

 

Get Outdoors and Hike to Whiskeytown Falls with a Park Ranger

 

Whiskeytown National Recreation Area is offering guided hikes to Whiskeytown Waterfalls on Friday July 24 and Friday July 31, 2009. The hikes will start at 9:00 a.m. Space is limited and visitors are asked to make reservations by calling (530) 242-3438.

 

Join a Park Ranger for a hike to these beautiful waterfalls. Learn about the flora and fauna along the trail and learn about the Whiskeytown Fires of 2008 and how Whiskeytown manages fire in the recreation area.

 

The  1.7 mile hike is considered strenous with several steep climbs, drop-offs  and narrow footing. Strudy hiking boots are recommended. Bring drinking water, snack and sun screen.

 

For more information about the hike, please call Carol Jandrall at (530) 242-3438. For more information about Whiskeytown National Recreation Area go to: www.nps.gov/whis

 

-NPS-

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Did You Know?

Did You Know?
Shasta Bally is the highest point in Whiskeytown at 6199 feet. Snow can usually still be seen through June.

Last Updated: July 17, 2009 at 11:51 MST