McArthur Burney Falls Memorial State Park is just outside of the community of Burney on Highway 89. You can also take Highway 89 southeast of McCloud towards the town of Burney. Camping, boating, fishing, and swimming and nature hikes are available. Campground is mile below Castle Lake, the largest and deepest alpine lake in the area. Offers swimming, fishing, picnicking, hiking, camping.
Hiking trails lead to pristine mountain lakes, Heart Lake and Upper Castle Lake.
The South Fork road is washed out so use your Forest Service map for directions. Restrooms are available with no drinking water. This is a alpine lake that offers swimming, fishing, small rafts or boats with no motors. The Forest Service maintains two campgrounds located off the Everitt Memorial Highway. The first camp is McBride Springs located at the 5-mile marker about 6 miles from the Bunny Flat trailhead.