07 MCARTHURBURNEY FALLS Head to the foothills of the Cascade Range in Shasta County to see what Teddy Roosevelt dubbed the " Eighth Wonder of the World. " The namesake of McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park is perhaps California's most stunning cascade. The 129-foot fern-covered falls can be viewed from an easily accessed parking area. Or hike the 1.3-mile trail down to the base to experience the deafening roar and ice-cold mist of white water crashing into a crystal pool. The water flows yearround, so visit in spring or fall (or mid-week) to experience the falls without peak summer crowds.