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Almanor Ranger District

In a scenic mountain setting, Lake Almanor is one of the largest man-made lakes in California at 75 square miles. It offers fishing, boating, water skiing, swimming, camping, and picnicking. The Almanor Recreation Trail winds along the west side of Almanor providing views of the lake, the mountains, wildflowers, and wildlife. Family and group campgrounds, boat launch facilities, and  private marinas are available.

General Information

8:00am - 4:30pm Weekdays, excluding Holidays. If you need to visit the office for maps, brochures or information, please call a few days beforehand to make sure we are open. 

Recreation Opportunities

Fishing - IceFishing - Ice
Fishing - River/StreamFishing - River/Stream
Fishing - Lake & PondFishing - Lake & Pond

Driving RoutesDriving Routes

OHV CampingOHV Camping
OHV Trail RidingOHV Trail Riding
OHV Road RidingOHV Road Riding

Last updated April 2, 2025