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Recreation Region: Beckwourth Ranger District

Lightning Tree Boat Launch Facility

This boat launch facility is a concrete ramp with seasonal loading dock. It is located next to Lightning Tree Campground on the east side of Lake Davis. It includes a large paved parking area, vault toilet, and access to the 7-mile Lake Davis Trail.

Current Conditions
Closed for season September 28, 2025.

General Information

Open 24 hours/day

Fishing swimming and diving are not allowed near the boat ramp.

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Address: 23 Mohawk Highway Blairsden, CA 96103
Phone: 530-836-2575
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Closed Midday for Lunch (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 39.9334

Longitude: -120.5036

Elevation

5,777 ft

Directions

From Portola CA, take West Street (County Road 126) north seven miles. At intersection with County Road 112, turn left and proceed approximately 5 miles. Boat launch is on the left just before pavement end.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Last updated September 29, 2025