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Picnicking

Picnic areas abound on the Lassen National Forest. From lakeside beaches to high-country views, just about any of the side roads that lead off the main highways and canyon entries provide ample opportunities to pull off, pick a scenic site and enjoy your time here on the forest.

Remember to leave no trace on your public lands, and if you pack it in, pack it out.

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Almanor Beach
Site Open
Water Activities Picnicking
A large day use beach with a swimming area.  Ample parking is provided within walking distance. 

Almanor Picnic
Site Open
Picnicking
This picnic area is nestled along Hwy 89, part of the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway. Lots of space and picnic tables available. 

Almanor Ranger District
Water Activities Winter Sports Fishing Hiking Horse Riding and Camping Scenic Drives Biking Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Climbing and Caving
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…

Bridge Day Use Picnic Area
Site Open
Fishing Picnicking
Bridge Day Use Area sits along the bubbling waters of Hat Creek. Picnic tables and barbeques are available. Great fishing opportunities.

Canyon Dam Boat Launch
Site Open
Fishing Picnicking Water Activities Hiking
The Canyon Dam Boat Launch and Day Use Area is located near the southeast corner of Lake Almanor. It is administered by the Lassen National Forest. This is also the southern terminus of the Lake…

Eagle Lake Ranger District
Fishing Biking Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Water Activities Scenic Drives Hiking Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Horse Riding and Camping
The second largest natural lake in California, Eagle Lake is framed by pine and sage. Camping, fishing, swimming, picnicking, and boating are popular activities. Family and group campgrounds,…

Elam Creek Picnic Area
Site Open
Fishing Picnicking
Day use picnic area along Upper Deer Creek. Picnic tables and vault toilets are provided. There is no overnight camping.

Gallatin Beach
Site Closed
Water Activities Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking
Day use area near Aspen campground. Great for family fun, sandcastles, sunbathing, and swimming. No lifeguard on duty.

Hat Creek Ranger District
Biking Water Activities Fishing Horse Riding and Camping Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Picnicking Winter Sports Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives Hiking Climbing and Caving
Hat Creek includes the Intermountain Area communities of Burney, Fall River Mills, Hat Creek and Old Station. In the shadow of Lassen Peak, seven campgrounds and four picnic areas are nestled along…

Last updated April 2, 2025

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