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Season Operating Hours Dock Store 8am - 5pm Upper Store & Office 8am - 4pm Restaurant 10am - 8pm, 10pm on fri + sat no house boat services after 4pm no maintenance calls after 4:30pm Check in 2 - 4 pm Checkout 9am (530)286-2282 ph (530)286-2281 fax Marine Radio ch 72 dock store ch 71 shuttle ch 16 Emergency Channel Sherriff Photo Gallery of Trinity Lake and Trinity Alp's Marina Resort and Marina info and rules Parking and Launch Ramp info Boating regulations and information Forest Services, Rules and contact info Maps and resources Suggested Items to bring on your trip Area events and must see attractions Camping, Hiking, Biking, Mining, Horseback riding Hunting and Fishing regulations Trinity Alps Wilderness, Trinity River, NRA info Bear and Rattlesnake precautions Bald Eagles of Trinity and Shasta Lakes Poison Oak, Trees, Wildflowers info Trails, Creeks and Lakes info FIRE Restrictions and Woodcutting City and County Info and Links Your ad Here $100 per year     Your ad Here $100 per year     Your ad Here $100 per year     Your ad Here $100 per year     Your ad Here $100 per year     Your ad Here $100 per year

1. Resort and Marina rules and info
    

   1. Rental clients must be 25 years or older with valid Id for boat rentals, 18 and older for Item rentals (tubes, etc.)

   2. No adding persons above capacity of vessel or item

   3. Absolutely no FIREWORKS, launching of WATER BALLOONS, GOLF BALLS, or any other dangerous objects

   4. No portable FUEL CONTAINERS on Docks, Houseboats or any boat moored on docks (due to explosion danger)

   5. 5 MPH in all parking lots, ramps and marina roads
       

   6. Parking is designated by type of client and passes need to be visible, park in designated spaces for your client type,
      passes may be acquired at front office (530)286-2282 or by lot attendant
      Season Passes Available for Public Lot $60 Before May 15th $40 Golden Age Card 1/2off

   7. Security Gates - open at 8am and are closed 1 hr after sunset gates are locked after hours so parking on point is for overnight clients only 
       

   8. No working on boats in the water, to include painting, grinding, welding or any other work where materials or debris may end up in the water

   9. Rentals are not allowed north of Trinity Center, this may result in forfeiture of rental and all fees paid
       

   10. No swimming or fishing in or 200ft around marina, dock, launch ramps, boats, buildings or buoys
        

   11. The tying together of houseboats is strictly prohibited whether parked or underway and will result in forfeiture of rental and all fees
        

   12. Renter's shall remain with vessel at all times during rental and shall not let underage or unqualified persons operate vessel
        

   13. Refunds will not be given for early returns, time loss due to mechanical failure, sickness, low water conditions, fire or smoke, or any other unforeseen event
        

   14. Late returns are subject to fees and penalties and renter will be responsible for any monetary damages to Trinity Alp's Marina and Resort. Failure to return rental at said time will result in a $200.00 per hr or any portion there of
        

   15. Unclean or Damaged rentals will be charged fees and penalties accordingly, unclean boats minimum charge of $100.00 cleaning fee, Damages to be appraised my dock management and will be responsibility of renter any monetary damages will also be added to final total

   16. No open flamed lighting including but not limited to tiki torches, large candles, or any other device that omits an open flame without proper shielding or containment

   17. The BEACHING OF SKI BOATS IS PROHIBITED and is grounds for rental cancelation and forfeiture of all fees and deposits no exceptions

   18. Do Not enter at any time, engine pods, hatches, electrical panels, plumbing access panels or any otherwise sealed and off limits part of the vessels this is for your own safety and the safety of others. The only time it is acceptable to enter said areas is in the event of a fire and you are putting it out with proper fire extinguisher then contact us immediately.

   19. Do Not approach docks with houseboats, go to point and radio dock on ch 72 we will come get boats and bring them to the dock

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2. Parking and Launch Ramp info
   Public Parking fee $5.00 per day per vehicle      Public Launch Ramp fee $5.00 per vessel
   located at the Fairview Launch Ramp on Fairview Marina Rd.
   2 public restrooms, information center, newly paved parking lots, wide concrete ramp with ADA courtesy dock, lighting
   Parking is designated by type of client and passes need to be visible, park in designated spaces for your client type,
   passes may be acquired at Ramp Information center or Hodge Management
   Season Passes Available for Public Lot $60 Before May 15th $40 Golden Age Card 1/2off

   Public Parking lot and Restrooms Open 24hrs

   
   House boat moorage clients receive 2 passes to be displayed in vehicles.
   Pontoon/Ski boat moorage clients receive 1 pass to be displayed in vehicle.
   Moorage Clients parking is located on the point below the tree line and in upper parking lot above office keep in mind gates close at 1 hr after sunset and don't reopen until 8am the following morning and will be locked for Security
    

   
   
    

3. Bear and Rattlesnake Precautions
   
   Bears - Trinity County is home to many Brown and Black Bears and it is common to see them around the lake and surrounding forest and camping areas. There are some things to remember when dealing with bears.
   DO NOT FEED THE BEARS IT IS A CRIME
   (California code of regulations 251.3 - prohibits feeding big game mammals)
   Do not leave food unattended, Hang ice chest and food containers 10 feet off the ground in trees or in car
   Remove garbage from campsite, Do not get between Bears and there food source
   
   Rattle Snakes - The Western Diamond Backed Rattle Snake is easily identified by it's distinct diamond pattern design and rattle at the end of its tail. Usually found under stumps, rocks and logs these cold blooded reptiles coil up in a tight coil rattling there tail to warn anyone who might be near, they can strike up to a few feet and carry a venomous toxin.
    

4. Bald Eagles of Trinity and Shasta Lakes
    

   1. The Trinity and Shasta units support pairs of resident eagles, 18 pairs at Shasta Lake, 10 pairs at Trinity Lake and 3 pairs at Lewiston Lake. This constitutes about 20% of the nesting eagles in California
      Breeding season lasts from January 1st - August 1st during witch eagles reconstruct there nest, court, mate, incubate eggs and raise young eagles, after the first week in July young eagles are able to fly and start learning to fish
      
      The Bald Eagle is protected under the Endangered Spices Act of 1973

   Bald Eagles are large birds easily identified by a white head and tail on a dark brown body (adults 5+ years)
   Immature Eagles are dark brown all over with white mottling and molt every year until adulthood
   Adult Bald eagles can weigh up to 14 pounds with a wingspan of up to 8 feet, females are usually larger than males

   Breeding : Eagles mate for life replacing the partner only if lost through death. Pairs usually return to the same nest site in January or February. They build there nest high above the tallest trees and nest can reach 9 feet wide and 20 feet tall.
   They will lay one to three eggs in march and hatch in about 35 days
   Behavior : Eagles primarily feed on fish which is why the nest along shorelines, often eagles rob osprey and other wildlife of their meals. Eagles rely on their keen eye sight to spot prey. Eagles fly with there wings spread straight out and do not hover.

   Trinity Alps Marina and Resort can not be responsible for limited access to an area due to bald eagle encroachments
    and apologizes for any inconvenience occurred, We support the ongoing efforts to protect eagles in our area and reserve the right to forfeit any rental due to illegal or immoral acts against eagles and other endangered species, we will report any criminal activities.

    

5. Boating regulations and information
   Registration and permits - all vessels must be registered and numbered except boats propelled manually, sail boats 8 feet or less in length without other means of propulsion, and certain public vessels. Out of state registration is valid for 90 days.
   Some boats such as houseboats require a forest service permit to be on the lake more then 30 days per calendar year.
   
   The boat operator is responsible for knowing the laws and regulations regarding Trinity Lake, boat operations and conduct of passengers in the boat. The operator must know proper procedure in the event of an accident.
   
   Speed - is limited to 5 miles per hour within 100 feet of swimmers (not skiers) and 200 feet of swimming beaches, landings, boat ramps and docks. Night time speed limit is 15 miles per hour and is in effect 1/2 hour after sunset and before sunrise.
   
   Water Skiing - is prohibited from sunset to sunrise and in swim and 5 mile per hour zones
   In addition to the operator there must be a person 12 or older in a position to observe the skier. Operators must be 16 or older or 12 - 15 under the supervision of an adult 18 or older who is not the observer
   
   Personal Watercraft - a lanyard must be attached between the watercraft and the operator, the operator can not jump wakes within 100 feet of a boat, cannot be driven towards another vessel, cannot be operated 30 minutes after sunset and before sunrise.
   
   Engine noise must be muffled or otherwise prevented from exceeding 82db when recorded at 50 feet
   Sanitation on the lake prohibits discharge from holding tanks and must be sealed and emptied at approved marina pumping stations
   for more information on Boating regulations and information click here or visit the California Boating ABC's
    

6. Hunting and Fishing regulations
   Trinity Lake Area
   Present: Largemouth and Smallmouth Bass, Rainbow and Brown Trout, Kokanee and Chinook Salmon (Chinook are landlocked), White Catfish and Brown Bullhead, as well as Sunfish.

   Seasons:
   Trout and Salmon: Open all year. Bag limit 5 per day, 10 in possession
   Trinity Lake has special regulations relating to bass.
   Black Bass Regulations:
   March 1 - May 31 12" minimum bag limit 2 / June 1 - February 29 bag limit 5
   Bullhead and other Catfish no limit
   This link will take you to the Department of Fish and Game web site for the most current general information.
    

7. Maps and Resources
   
   Trinity Lake is California’s premier Hunting, Fishing, Skiing and House boating area. With 145 miles of beautiful shoreline, waterfalls, creeks and secluded getaway coves.
   Trinity Lake is located 45 miles northwest of Redding CA, at the base of the Trinity Alp’s Wilderness Area the third largest water reservoir in CA, and is the second largest designated Wilderness Area in California and among the 10  largest in the United states. Featuring over 100 Alpine lakes, Trinity Lake, Lewiston lake, Ruth Lake, Upper and Lower Trinity Rivers, and more creeks, streams and rivers then you could ever explore. California's hidden secret Trinity County was an important mineral rich area during the Gold Rush and still to this day. With lumber, gold, silver, mercury and much more the county is the richest in California in resources but with a population of only around 14,000 and not a single traffic light in the whole county.
   
   
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8. Suggested Items to bring on your trip
   Linen - pillows, bedding and blankets during off season bring a heavy blanket as well
   Cameras binoculars and video equipment
   Nighttime activities - board games, DVD's, CD's, books and other entertainment items
   Water toys, lifejackets, towels, umbrella, sunscreen
   Campfire Supplies - Axe, shovel, bucket, marsh mellows and smores