Recreation >> Whiskeytown | Shasta
Lake | Trinity Lake | Kayaking | Sailing | River
Rafting | Marinas &
Houseboats
If
you are bringing your ski boat to the Redding area or are interested
in renting a ski boat or houseboat, the opportunities for Redding
Area watersports are endless. The Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity
National Recreation Area embraces four beautiful lakes: Whiskeytown,
about 8 miles west of Redding, Trinity and Lewiston, northeast
of Weaverville, and Lake Shasta just north of Redding
Whiskeytown
Lake
A
favorite for boating, Whiskeytown Lake, provides 36 miles of
shoreline and 3200 surface acres of water, and is excellent for
most water-related activities. There are three boat ramps on
the lake located at Whiskey Creek, Brandy Creek and Oak Bottom.
Boats may also be rented at Oak Bottom Marina.
During
the summer months the water is warm and is great for swimming or
water skiing. We love to take our boat out to one of the small
islands on the lake and spend the day barbequing and swimming in
the warm water. Another favorite on the lake, especially for kids
is to rent a kayak which is great for exploring some of the more
quiet coves around Whiskeytown Lake. Click
here for more information about Redding Area Boating at Whiskeytown
Lake.
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Shasta
Lake
There
is no better place to be during the warm summer months than spending
a day or even a week on beautiful Lake Shasta. Lake Shasta has
11 commercial marinas offering a wide range of boating options
from Houseboats, jet skis, patio boats, canoes, paddle boats and
fishing boats.
Lake
Shasta is is a man-made lake with over 365 miles of shoreline.
There are many coves around the lake where houseboaters can drop
anchor and enjoy the warm water. Houseboats and ski boats can also
be rented at many of the 11 marinas surrounding the lake. For information
about boat ramps, boating services and regulations and other general
information, contact the Shasta Lake Visitor Information Center
by calling (530) 275-1589, (530) 242-5526 (TDD) or by visiting
the Shasta
Lake Visitor Web Site
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Trinity
Lake
Trinity
Lake, located in Trinity County is the third largest man-made lake
in California and when full, it has 145 miles of rugged shoreline.
There are hundred of hidden coves which provide excellent opportunities
for houseboating, waterskiing, fishing, swimming, and camping.
You can also rent houseboats and other types of boats at the marinas
on Trinity Lake.
The
lake has several sections but the Stuart Fork Arm is the hub of
most of the activity on the lake. Here you'll find the boat ramps,
resorts and marinas providing access to the lake.
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