Jenny & Rong's Guidebook
Lake Almanor Things to Do Nearby
Chester has a small town vibe and offers the main grocery store, Holiday Market. You can also find restaurants and shops so don't miss it!
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Chester
Chester has a small town vibe and offers the main grocery store, Holiday Market. You can also find restaurants and shops so don't miss it!
Sightseeing
Lassen is one of our favorite national parks! The visitor center is about 50 minutes away and you can do a scenic drive and/or hike at the many trails. Some of our favorites include Lassen Peak (be prepared for the elevation change), Bumpass Hell and Terrace, Shadow and Cliff Lakes.
To get there, head west on Hwy 36 for 30 miles and turn right at Hwy 89, following the signs to Lassen National Park.
Warner Valley
Located in the southeast corner of the park and accessed via a 13-mile road outside of Chester. There are some nice hiking trails including two of our favorites, Devils Kitchen and Boiling Springs Lake.
To get there, head west on Hwy 36 in Chester turn north onto CR-312 (county road). Continue a half mile and veer right onto CR-318. The Chester Fire Station, on the north side of the road, provides a good marker. Continue 4 miles and veer right to stay on CR-312. Follow signs to Drakesbad. Continue 12.5 miles to Warner Valley Campground and day use area. The last 3 miles is dirt road with steep sections and is not recommended for trailers.
Juniper Lake
This is a hidden gem! Juniper Lake is located in the southeast corner of the park and is accessed via a 13-mile unpaved road outside of Chester. Juniper Lake is gorgeous with crystal clear waters. It’s great for swimming, kayaking or SUP.
To get there, go west on Hwy 36 in Chester, turn north onto CR-312 (county road). Continue a half mile and veer right onto CR-318. The Chester Fire Station, on the north side of the road, provides a good marker. Continue 13 miles to Juniper Lake Campground or an additional half mile to the day use area. The last 6 miles is rough dirt road with steep sections and is not suitable for buses, motorhomes, or trailers.
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Lassen Volcanic
Lassen is one of our favorite national parks! The visitor center is about 50 minutes away and you can do a scenic drive and/or hike at the many trails. Some of our favorites include Lassen Peak (be prepared for the elevation change), Bumpass Hell and Terrace, Shadow and Cliff Lakes.
To get there, head west on Hwy 36 for 30 miles and turn right at Hwy 89, following the signs to Lassen National Park.
Warner Valley
Located in the southeast corner of the park and accessed via a 13-mile road outside of Chester. There are some nice hiking trails including two of our favorites, Devils Kitchen and Boiling Springs Lake.
To get there, head west on Hwy 36 in Chester turn north onto CR-312 (county road). Continue a half mile and veer right onto CR-318. The Chester Fire Station, on the north side of the road, provides a good marker. Continue 4 miles and veer right to stay on CR-312. Follow signs to Drakesbad. Continue 12.5 miles to Warner Valley Campground and day use area. The last 3 miles is dirt road with steep sections and is not recommended for trailers.
Juniper Lake
This is a hidden gem! Juniper Lake is located in the southeast corner of the park and is accessed via a 13-mile unpaved road outside of Chester. Juniper Lake is gorgeous with crystal clear waters. It’s great for swimming, kayaking or SUP.
To get there, go west on Hwy 36 in Chester, turn north onto CR-312 (county road). Continue a half mile and veer right onto CR-318. The Chester Fire Station, on the north side of the road, provides a good marker. Continue 13 miles to Juniper Lake Campground or an additional half mile to the day use area. The last 6 miles is rough dirt road with steep sections and is not suitable for buses, motorhomes, or trailers.
Great trail for biking, offering 25 miles from Susanville to Mason Station. The trail follows the Susan River, crosses over the river 12 times on bridges and trestles and passes two tunnels.
To get there, head east on Highway 36 into Susanville. Follow the Main Street to the stop light
at the bottom of the hill by Historic Uptown Susanville. Turn left on Weatherlow Street (which becomes Richmond Road) and follow 1/2 mile across Susan River to Susanville Railroad Depot Trailhead and Visitor Center.
Bizz Johnson National Recreation Trail
Bizz Johnson TrailGreat trail for biking, offering 25 miles from Susanville to Mason Station. The trail follows the Susan River, crosses over the river 12 times on bridges and trestles and passes two tunnels.
To get there, head east on Highway 36 into Susanville. Follow the Main Street to the stop light
at the bottom of the hill by Historic Uptown Susanville. Turn left on Weatherlow Street (which becomes Richmond Road) and follow 1/2 mile across Susan River to Susanville Railroad Depot Trailhead and Visitor Center.
This trail is on the west shore and has 18 miles of mostly paved trail. It offers beautiful views and access to beaches and the lake. Great for walking or biking.
Lake Almanor West
This trail is on the west shore and has 18 miles of mostly paved trail. It offers beautiful views and access to beaches and the lake. Great for walking or biking.
18-hole golf course right outside of the country club
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Bailey Creek Golf Course
433 Durkin Dr18-hole golf course right outside of the country club
Lake Almanor Golf Club
951 Clifford Drive9-hole golf course inside the country club
Don't miss two recreation centers inside the country club
Recreation 1 has tennis, pickleball, basketball courts, playground, picnic tables, bbq grills, beach, swimming area, kayak/SUP launch area and boat launch.
To get to Recreation 1 from the cabin:
Head south on Lake Ridge Rd
Right on Dyer View Rd
Left on Golf Club Rd
Follow road and you will see the parking lot straight ahead behind Peninsula Dr.
Recreation 2 is quieter and has beach, swimming area, kayak/SUP launch area.
To get to Recreation 2:
Head south on Lake Ridge Rd
Right on Dyer View Rd
Left on Golf Club Rd
Right Peninsula Dr
Right Lynx Rd
Right Lassen View Dr
Left Driftwood Cove Rd
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Lake Almanor Country Club
Don't miss two recreation centers inside the country club
Recreation 1 has tennis, pickleball, basketball courts, playground, picnic tables, bbq grills, beach, swimming area, kayak/SUP launch area and boat launch.
To get to Recreation 1 from the cabin:
Head south on Lake Ridge Rd
Right on Dyer View Rd
Left on Golf Club Rd
Follow road and you will see the parking lot straight ahead behind Peninsula Dr.
Recreation 2 is quieter and has beach, swimming area, kayak/SUP launch area.
To get to Recreation 2:
Head south on Lake Ridge Rd
Right on Dyer View Rd
Left on Golf Club Rd
Right Peninsula Dr
Right Lynx Rd
Right Lassen View Dr
Left Driftwood Cove Rd
Food scene
Tantardino's
401 Ponderosa DriveGreat pasta and pizza
Red Onion Grill
303 Peninsula DrGreat American cuisine
Karen's Deli
7640 CA-147Great sandwiches and pizza
Tipps für Reisende
Buche vor der Abreise
Knotty Pine Resort and Marina Boat Rentals
Rents water skis, kneeboards, wakeboards, ski vests, ski ropes and wet suits. For a quieter outing, try a canoe, kayak, paddle boat or paddle board.
430 Peninsula Drive
Lake Almanor Peninsula, CA 96137