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The Fairview Boat Ramp at Trinity Lake National Recreation Area offers a convenient access point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorized boaters looking to enjoy the beautiful Trinity Lake. Located just north of Trinity Dam in Lewiston, California, this USDA Forest Service-operated facility provides a paved ramp and parking area for launching and retrieving your watercraft.
Trinity Lake, also known as Clair Engle Lake, is a massive reservoir covering over 145 miles of tree-lined shoreline. The main body of the lake offers a variety of coves and arms perfect for fishing, exploring, or simply enjoying a peaceful day on the water. The lake is popular with anglers and pleasure boaters alike, thanks to its diverse aquatic life and scenic natural setting within the Shasta-Trinity National Forest.
Visitors can purchase a required activity pass on-site or in advance through Recreation.gov. Several nearby campgrounds, including Ridgeville Island Boat-In Campground and Cooper Gulch Campground, provide convenient overnight options for those looking to extend their Trinity Lake adventure.
Federal Facility Information
Free AccessReservations Available
Nearby Campgrounds(8 within 10 miles)
Ridgeville Island Boat-In Campground
On-site
COOPER GULCH CAMPGROUND
On-siteReservable
EAST WEAVER GROUP CAMPGROUND
On-siteReservable
MINERSVILLE CAMPGROUND
On-siteReservable
ALPINE VIEW CAMPGROUND
On-siteReservable
ACKERMAN CAMPGROUND
On-siteReservable
Ridgeville Boat-In Campground
On-site
Bridge Camp (CA)
On-siteReservable
Nearby Recreation Areas
TrinityLocated within
Trinity LakeLocated within
Trinity River Fish HatcheryLocated within
Lewiston National Recreation AreaLocated within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Bowerman Boat RampOn-site
Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Pine Cove Boat RampOn-site
Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Stuart Fork Boat RampOn-site
Shasta-Trinity National Forest - Clark Springs Boat RampOn-site