This time we'd like to introduce McCloud Falls, located southeast of Mount Shasta, which is relatively close to the previous Bernie Falls.
I think it would be a good idea to go here with the Bernie Falls I introduced last time Unlike the dynamic Bernie Falls, McLeod Falls is a small size but has a simple beauty. Bernie Falls is accessible annually, but McLeod Falls is closed during snowy winter months. The access period is from around April to November every year, depending on the snow conditions of that year.
MacLeod Falls is divided into lower, middle and upper, allowing you to enjoy three waterfalls.
You can also drive to the viewpoints of each waterfall to see the waterfall, or walk from Lower Falls to Upper Falls to see it. It averages about an hour and a half to two hours, so it's good exercise and the scenery is very pleasant, so I recommend it.
A perfect spot for enjoying forest bathing while walking along the MacLeod River. Middle Falls is said to be the most impressive, but all the spots are beautiful.
Trail information
McLeod Falls
Address: McCloud, Shasta-Trinity National Forest, Siskiyou County, CA 96067
- Distance: 3.9 miles round trip (6.24km, average 1.5 to 2.5 hours)
- Elevation difference: Approximately 103m
- Beginners OK
The parking lot is located near the viewpoint of each waterfall, so if you are not good at walking, you can also drive to get close by. Wheelchair access to the viewpoint is also available. (There are signs, but we recommend that you download the map in advance and go there.)
There are no photos of Lower Falls, but some people swim in the summer. It looks very comfortable.
This is Middle Falls.
From the viewpoint a little above.
View from the trail on the way from the middle to the upper.
Upper Falls.
If you go further into Upper Falls, you will find this quiet space.
There are campsites and other places, so many people enjoy camping in the summer.
Please come and visit us.
Kato Sayaka
