Whiskeytown National Recreation Area
California
🔴 hikes
$15
Whiskeytown Lake’s crystal-clear waters are iconic, but this 42,000-acre National Recreation Area offers much more. Explore waterfalls, hike rugged trails, uncover Gold Rush history, and witness the resilience of nature in its post-fire recovery. Adventure awaits at every turn—Whiskeytown is calling!
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Entrance fees
$15.00 — Entrance - Per Person
$20.00 — Entrance - Motorcycle
$25.00 — Entrance - Private Vehicle
Hours
The park is open year-round, 24 hours a day. Certain areas of the park are subject to seasonal and COVID-19 temporary closures or limited hours. Some areas of the park remain closed due to hazardous conditions from the Carr Fire. Please check the park website for current information.
Conditions
Weather now: ☀️ Clear, 73°F
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Things to do
Gold Panning at Whiskeytown NRA
🔴 Hike to Whiskeytown Falls
Paddling on Whiskeytown Lake
Swimming at Whiskeytown Lake
Campgrounds
Visitor centers
Whiskeytown Visitor Center
Not an official safety source — always defer to NPS.gov and rangers for life-safety decisions.
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