The Lassen Forest is host to 459 miles of designated snowmobile trails, the most groomed trails in California.
Near Chester are five staging areas: Chester-Lake Almanor Snowmobile Park, Swain Mountain, Morgan Summit, Jonesville, and Fredonyer which lead to many miles of both groomed and ungroomed trails. A lesser maintained trailhead begins at the boat launch just north of Canyon Dam and continues across to the west side of Highway 89. Another popular area off Highway 89 is Humboldt Road, which offers access to a trail leading to restaurants and lodges along Highway 36 west of Chester
Snowmobiling
Snowmobile & Winter Events
The Lake Almanor Basin is host to several annual winter and snowmobile events:
The Annual Lake Almanor Snowmobile Poker Run , along the beautifully groomed trails of Lassen Forest, is an event for the whole family. The Chester-Lake Almanor Chamber of Commerce sponsors annual snowmobile drag and cross country races that will please enthusiasts of all ages and experience.
Additional winter events include annual Dog Sledding races brought to the area by the Sierra Nevada Dog Drivers.
The Annual Lake Almanor Snowmobile Poker Run , along the beautifully groomed trails of Lassen Forest, is an event for the whole family. The Chester-Lake Almanor Chamber of Commerce sponsors annual snowmobile drag and cross country races that will please enthusiasts of all ages and experience.
Additional winter events include annual Dog Sledding races brought to the area by the Sierra Nevada Dog Drivers.