About Almanor Beach
A large day use beach with a swimming area protected by buoys to separate swimmers from motor boats, jet skis, and other lake users. Ample parking is provided within walking distance.
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Almanor Beach
Canyon Dam, California · Plumas County · Facility
A large day use beach with a swimming area protected by buoys to separate swimmers from motor boats, jet skis, and other lake users. Ample parking is provided within walking distance.
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40.22026, -121.17545
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Weather at Almanor Beach
Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.
Today
Overcast
64°/41°
🌬 6mph
↑ 5:38 AM ↓ 8:26 PM
Sun
Partly Cloudy
72°/46°
💧 1%🌬 8mph
↑ 5:37 AM ↓ 8:27 PM
Mon
Clear
77°/48°
🌬 11mph
↑ 5:37 AM ↓ 8:28 PM
Tue
Overcast
84°/47°
🌬 12mph
↑ 5:36 AM ↓ 8:28 PM
Wed
Overcast
79°/50°
🌬 12mph
↑ 5:36 AM ↓ 8:29 PM
Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.
Plan Your Visit to Almanor Beach
Heading to Almanor Beach? A few things to know before you go:
- Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
- Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
- Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
- Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
- Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go
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