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Fishing - Great fishing abounds here whether you are a lake or stream fisherman. There are many guide services available that will help show you how to hook 'em and cook 'em! Fishing boat rentals are also available at many of the Lake Almanor marinas for hourly, half and full day fishing excursions. There are some trophy size fish being taken from local lakes including the world renown Eagle Lake which sports it's own unique species of trout, aptly named "Eagle Lake Trout". Remember that the DFG requires you to display in full view a valid fishing license at all times when fishing. Be sure to pick one up when you stop for your fishing gear or bait. If hunting is your thing, we offer some fine areas loaded with waterfowl, game birds, deer, wild pig and other furry critters. Hunting gear is available at a couple of local stores.
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Biking - With miles of bike trails that encircle the lake, The National Forest provides miles and miles of biking trails, including abandoned logging roads, trails and some backcountry roads, offering a good cross-section of terrain and topography.
The Bizz Johnson Trail - This 25 mile trail was once the roadbed of Southern Pacific's 130 mile Fernley and Lassen Branch Railway, and has been converted to a riding and hiking trail. Echoes of the old steam engines pulling their loads of logs and lumber past logging camps and depots will be your companions as you explore the rich history along the trail. You can pick up an Interpretive Trail Guide and Map at the Lassen National Forest. Pick up a free copy of the Plumas County Mountain Bike Guide, which details some of the area's best national forest routes and other trails. The guide is available (800) 326-2247.
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Hiking - With miles of shoreline trails and forested logging roads, the Lake Almanor Basin is a hikers paradise.
Lassen Park - For a full list of activities, schedule, and general park information, please visit Lassen Park Website. The park is generally open Spring through October, with the best visiting times June through October. Here is a listing of some of the amenities available in and around the park. If you would like more information about these servies and the service located in Chester, please feel free to call us at (530) 258-2426; stop by our office at 529 Main Street, Chester; or email us at chesterchamber@digitalpath.net
Pacific Crest Trail - Zigzagging its way from Mexico to Canada through California, Oregon and Washington the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) boasts the greatest elevation changes of any of America's National Scenic Trails, allowing it to pass through six out of seven of North America's ecozones including high and low desert, old-growth forest and artic-alpine country.
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The Trail crosses Highway 89 and traverses Lassen Volcanic National Park, overseen by Lassen Peak (elev. 10,457'). North of the park the PCT follows the mostly waterless Hat Creek Rim toward majestic Mt. Shasta, which dominates the north-state skyline.
For More information about the trail, stop by the Chamber office or visit the trail website .
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