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Summary: Nice hike worth repeating. There are two trails; one is 4.5 miles but not nearly as steep as the shorter, 3.3 mile trail. Everyone suggests taking the longer trail in and the shorter trail out, so I will too. By doing so you'll cross two sections of the Frey Creek Falls. There's plenty of water on the trail, but as always be sure you treat it first. The waterfall itself is killer, one of the best waterfalls outside of Yosemite. If you take the spur trail above the falls, you can actually step out and look over the edge. There are some campsites along this trail if you wish to go backpacking. Two spots on the trail you can see Bald Rock Dome (see Dome Trail - Curtain Falls hike). Trailhead: Oro-Quincy Highway east out of Oroville. Turn right on Forbestown Road. Left on Lumpkin Road. Left at Feather Falls sign, all the way to end to trailhead. (Lat:39.61375 Lon:-121.26631) Trail Guides for Feather Falls: 100 Classic Hikes in Northern California by John R. Soares & Marc J. Soares (The Mountaineers) Waterfalls West - Feather Falls by Leon Turnbull (www.waterfallswest.com) Foghorn Outdoors California Hiking by Tom Stienstra & Ann Marie Brown (Foghorn Outdoors) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: Plumas National Forest, (530) 534-6500 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Greg Chance, who has posted 8 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Page 1 of 3 Submit your own review 
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Reviewed by SY on 12/4/2011 It's an awesome hike. I did it in the middle of summer. It wasn't to hot and pretty shady. If you don't hike often I definitely recommend taking the shorter route in then the longer route out. Or take the long route both ways. I made the mistake of taking long in and short out. I nearly died but the falls are worth the trip. Definitely bring bug spray if you are prone to mosquito bites.
Reviewed by kr on 6/22/2011 Beautiful hike with spectacular view of the Falls. Recommend beginners take the 4.5 trail to and from the falls. The 3.3 mile trail is very steep with a lot of vegetation overgrown and crowding the trail. The bridge is still out at Frey Creek so you have to cross on a fallen tree. We started the hike at 8:00 a.m. and found the weather to be perfect and just warming up when we left at 1:00 p.m. Don't forget the bug spray as the mosquitos are very thick at this time.
Reviewed by SRoth on 5/21/2011 Fantastic day hike. Beautiful scenery everywhere, but the falls were spectacular and HUGE. Bring a lunch and enjoy the view from the overlook deck. Lower loop was closed due to bridge damage. Bring OFF to battle mosquitos and flys and watch out for poison oak, there is lots of it. We saw plenty of doggies and little kids hiking with no problems. Make time to get up here while the water is flowing fast!
Reviewed by Diane on 5/16/2011 Awesome views. Watch out for posion Oak it is everywhere along the path. Great maintained path. Exhilirating both down and back. Short area was closed so did long way both ways. wow you know you hiked on this one. So many people brought their dogs. If yours doens't get along with others leave them home. the trail at times is step out of the way of on coming traffic, size. So still watch out for the posion oak just lurching out at you on the trail. I would recommend this to all who love the scenery. It was breathtaking to be feet from the falls.
Reviewed by j on 4/20/2011 Beautiful hike. Some steep terrain as you near the falls, but great scenery. The falls were beautiful and running fast. The lower trail was still closed so we went in and out on the upper trail.
Reviewed by June on 4/3/2011 Excellent place to spend the day, this hike is one of my favorite! Beautiful, plenty of shade, no bugs, moderate terrain and places to rest, if necessary. The lower trail was closed the day we went. We took the longer trail 4.5 miles in and 4.5 miles out. It took us 2 hours both ways, limited stopping. The falls are spectacular, remember your camera! Would recommend this hike for children approximately 10 years and older. Bring a snack or lunch and plenty of water. Wonderful place, have a great hike!
Reviewed by Terry on 4/1/2011 Hiked the trail today 4-1-11 Lower still closed so 10 miles in and out. Weather was warm and no breeze to cool you, like hiking in the jungle. The falls were spectacular with the 80 degree heat melting the record snow pack. It took me 2 hours to hike in and 3 to hike out. I noticed 5 different types of flowers blooming and yes the flies were annoying. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: California Hiking, California Trails, California Hikes, Butte County Hiking, Butte County Trails, Butte County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
