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Lake Almanor

Chester, CA
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Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Chester
Type: Bodies of Water
Activities: Fishing
Description: Large, sapphire-blue lake offering excellent trout and salmon fishing opportunities.
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Chico, California, United States
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

Came to Almanor for a party. Rented a house right on the lake. What a wonderful time! We got strippers for one night and they came from Chico Eye Candy! What a wonderful experience. We can't wait to go back and do it all over again

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Antibes, France
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

it takes less than 1 hour to drive around the lake. some vista points for nice pictures. nothing much to do, than fishing i guess

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Chester, California
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19 reviews 19 reviews
6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 January 2013

This is the most beautiful place. That is why I live here. Yes I am biased. I had no idea this area existed when I took a job here. But I have loved it, so I stayed.

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Quincy, California
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29 reviews 29 reviews
13 attraction reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 November 2012

We go to Lake Almanor to enjoy picnic's with friends, fish, and enjoy watching the water crafts/skiers and wake boarders, jet ski. The environment: trees, fresh air, water, and fun are wonderful. This is a beautiful Lake!

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Chico, California
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25 reviews 25 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2012

My wife and I had an overnight to just relax with the kids in safe hands so we headed up to Chester, CA. We spent the day golfing at the beautiful Bailey Creek golf course and the night in one of the rental cottages. The whole trip was super relaxing and not too expensive. We will do this again.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2012

The lake is uncrowned with plenty of room for lake toys. Local restaurants are family friendly and great quality. Lassen and other parks have great hiking trails. So much to do here. Renting cabins in the Lake Almanor Country Club is the best way to enjoy the area. There is a club house, golf course, restaurant and friendly clubhouse bar... More

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Sonoma Wine Country
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2012

This lake has to be seen and appreciated from the water. Our rental was from the Big Cove Resort Marina and they left a friendly and accommodating impression upon us.

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Redding, CA
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29 attraction reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 August 2012

Very windy. Very shallow. Pretty good fishing. Better lakes much closer. Wouldn't recommend. Too far, when there are so many better lakes around the area to go to.

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Beijing
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Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 August 2012

If you have a few days to explore the Lassen National Forest area and are looking for water activities, spending sometime boating or swimming at Lake Almanor is a good option. However, if you have only one day or you are looking for hiking through pure nature then I suggest trying the nearby Lassen Volcanic National Park instead. Lake Almanor... More

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Magalia, California, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 August 2012

Kayaking on the lake was great. The weather rocked. I recommend a weekend trip here. I love seeing the birds. We watched some catching fish and took pictures. You have to visit this lake to appreciate the natural beauty.

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