Kings Creek Falls

About Kings Creek Falls

Kings Creek Falls is a named waterfall in Shasta County, California, located about 15 miles northwest of Chester. The U.S. Geological Survey records it on the Reading Peak 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle at 40°27′34″ N, 121°26′28″ W (40.45933, -121.44109). Named features close by in the federal gazetteer include Lower Kings Creek Meadow (lake, 0.4 mi), Bench Lake (lake, 0.5 mi), and Sifford Lakes (lake, 0.7 mi). The nearest other waterfall in this directory is Mill Creek Falls, 4.0 miles to the west.

This waterfall in Lassen Volcanic National Park features an overlook reached via a loop trail.

USGS gazetteer description: Located in sec 17,T30N,R5E, Mount Diablo Meridian. In Lassen Volcanic National Park, on Kings Creek, 1.1 km (0.7 mi) east of Lower Meadow, 1.1 km (0.7 mi) north-northeast of Sifford Lakes and 2.2 km (1.4 mi) soutneast of Reading Peak. (US-T121)

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Map and Directions

The marker shows the USGS-recorded position of Kings Creek Falls. Trailheads and parking can be some distance from the falls themselves, so plan your route with an up-to-date trail map.

Visitor Ratings

Kings Creek Falls holds a 4.7 average from 67 Google reviews. Distribution by star rating:

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Named Landmarks Nearby

These named features from the USGS Geographic Names Information System lie within two miles of Kings Creek Falls. Stream positions mark the stream's mouth as recorded by USGS.

• Lower Kings Creek Meadow — lake, 0.4 mi
• Bench Lake — lake, 0.5 mi
• Sifford Lakes — lake, 0.7 mi
• Hemlock Lake — lake, 0.8 mi
• Flatiron Ridge — ridge, 0.9 mi
• Devils Kitchen — spring, 1.4 mi
• Cliff Lake — lake, 1.5 mi
• Reading Peak — summit, 1.5 mi

Before You Visit

• Water levels change quickly. Flow is usually strongest after rain and during snowmelt; see the best time to visit waterfalls.
• Stay back from the brink and off wet rock. Our waterfall safety guide covers the most common hazards.
• Check land ownership and access before you go. Some named falls sit on private property or in areas without a maintained trail.
• Download offline maps and save the coordinates 40.45933, -121.44109. Use our waterfall hike packing list.

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