Chester, California · Lassen County · Facility
An unpaved boat launch and parking area, Silver Beach Picnic Area offers opportunities for water play, picnicking, fishing, and hiking. The Silver Lake trail is accessible from the beach area and the Caribou Wilderness is only minutes away.
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An unpaved boat launch and parking area, Silver Beach Picnic Area offers opportunities for water play, picnicking, fishing, and hiking. The Silver Lake trail is accessible from the beach area and the Caribou Wilderness is only minutes away.
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