Walk Behind A Waterfall For A One-Of-A-Kind Experience In Northern California

The northernmost parts of Northern California lay claim to the largest lake and the longest river - and thus, plenty of things to do. The folks who live here are proud and very candid about their love of life here. Some of the most amazing waterfalls can be found in this part of the state, along with one very special falls that welcomes you to step behind the water's veil. This incredible, walkable waterfall in Northern California will take your breath away in the best way possible.

This is where you need to go: the City of Dunsmuir. It's where you'll discover Hedge Creek Falls.

The Falls on Hedge Creek were once destined for destruction when a highway threatened their future. Local town folks (proud and LOUD, remember?) made sure there was NO WAY that would happen to their beloved area. The rest, as they say, is history - and we're pretty glad it went as well for the falls as it did!

But first, you need to hike some natural gorgeousness like this.

Pictured above is Mt. Shasta from the Sacramento River at Hedge Creek Falls trail; this is the view from the viewing platform. You can easily reach it by trail from the trailhead closest to Highway 5. It's a popular destination because it's so accessible.

Once you arrive, you'll probably end up looking a bit like this:

When you walk to the falls for the first time, this is what everyone looks like: awestruck. Talk about an incredibly unique hikes in Northern California!

...to say it's "magical" is the understatement of the year.

Some may miss the falls for this kind of thing all on its own!

This strapping (see what we did there) fellow is climbing UP THE FACE of Hedge Creek Falls. Apparently, he missed the memo: we walk BEHIND the falls, sir.

But, you'll be sitting pretty here:

...looking out from behind the falls. We're not sure it gets a lot better than this! Well, maybe if we get the spot all to ourselves...

Make sure to bring your camera! The area around here has an ethereal quality that creates incredible photos - and optical illusions, too.

The day will fly by, and you won't want to leave.

Did you know that the notorious "gentleman" trainrobber known as Black Bart was thought to have hid in the caves here behind Hedge Creek Falls while eluding authorities in the 1870s?

Bring your best friends and make some memories here! Like we said, the folks who live around here are loud and proud of it, so keep things looking perfect and carry out all your trash. You want to be welcomed back, don't you? We thought so. Which waterfall in Northern California is your favorite? Tell us about it in the comments.

Need more amazing NorCal waterfalls? Take a look at this list of 15 hidden waterfalls in Northern California.