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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.

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

Vault toilet(s)

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated May 9, 2026