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Lake Almanor West Shore Campground

Boat ramp · on Lake Almanor · near Susanville · California

Past algal blooms

Harmful algal blooms reported on the water at this launch (state reports compiled by U.S. EPA): 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2026.

state reports compiled by U.S. EPA · checked October 18, 2026

Open per USDA Forest Service recreation sites (boating)'s data, checked October 18, 2026. Seasonal gates, low water and storms are not always posted; check before you tow.

At the launch

Type
Boat ramp
Fee
Free
Ramp lanes
2
Docks
1
Trailer parking
20 spaces
Restrooms
Yes
Season
Summer
Hours
Day use only; no overnight camping allowed
Managed by
USDA Forest Service
Website
fs.fed.us
Coordinates
40.22143, -121.17678

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On Lake Almanor

Reservoir in California. All launches on Lake Almanor.

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Sources

Why it is listed as public: listed by California Boating Facilities (Division of Boating and Waterways survey, CDFW Fishing Guide) and USDA Forest Service recreation sites (boating). Something wrong, or is this launch private? Send a correction; it goes to a person.