Majors Outpost
Where the water's flat and the skis are fast.
Locally owned and operated for over thirty years! We are located on the beautiful West shore of Lake Almanor at the Plumas Pines Resort. You will find our tent by the waters edge. We offer an extensive selection of ski boats, pontoon boats, and Sea Doo jet skis. Our friendly staff will assist your group with any and all of your watercraft needs. We are very proud to offer Lake Almanor's fastest and lowest cost on jet skis for rent on the lake. All tubes, skis and life vests are included with all ski boat rentals. Majors Outpost is open mid-May through September and can generally accommodate your early morning fishing trips or late afternoon lake cruises.
Rentals
No Pets Allowed
FREE lifejackets are included with every rental, as well as
FREE toys with all ski boats.
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DEPOSIT REQUIRED FOR ALL RENTALS
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Fuel is not included
Every rental comes with complete instructions & friendly personal service
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BRING EVERYONE
All riders & passengers must receive instructions. An adult of age 21 must be present to rent and operators must be 16 to drive.
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Sea Doo Watercrafts
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Ski Boats
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Pontoon Boats
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Beach area for spectators
3000 Almanor Drive West
Canyon Dam, CA 95923
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Driving Directions
From Reno:
Take Hwy 395 North towards Susanville. Near the Nevada/California border Hwy 395 turns into Hwy 36. Follow Hwy 36 through Chester. Turn Left onto Hwy 89 approximately 2 miles past Chester. Go approximately 6.2 miles and turn left at sign that says "Almanor 1." Follow to Plumas Pines Resort. Turn Left onto Majors Way into marina, and we are at the waters edge to the right
From Sacramento:
Take I-5 north. A short ways outside of Sacramento take a right onto Hwy 99 North. Take right turn onto Hwy 70 North towards Oroville and Quincy. Take left onto Hwy 89. Turn right onto Prattville Butt Valley Reservoir Road. Signs also say "Lake Almanor West Shore." At bottom of hill turn left onto Almanor Drive West. Follow to Plumas Pines Resort. Turn Left onto Majors Way into marina, and we are at the waters edge to the right
From Chico:
Follow Hwy 32 East. Turn right onto Hwy 36 where Hwy 32 dead ends. Follow Hwy 36 towards Chester. Take right onto Hwy 89 two miles before Chester. Go approximately 6.2 miles and turn left at sign that says "Lake Almanor West Shore" and follow to Plumas Pines Resort. Turn Left onto Majors Way into marina, and we are at the waters edge to the right.
From Red Bluff:
Follow Hwy 99 towards Chico. Take left onto Hwy 36 towards Chester, mineral and Lassen Park.Take right onto Hwy 89 two miles before Chester. Go approximately 6.2 miles and turn left at sign that says "Lake Almanor West Shore" and follow to Plumas Pines Resort. Turn Left onto Majors Way into marina, and we are at the waters edge to the right.
*If you're driving or towing a camping rig, it's better to stay on I-5 until Red Bluff, and take Hwy 36 from there. The Hwy 32 and Hwy 70 contains more hills and winding roads.*
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Chester Airport
Chester is home to Rogers Field, a small airport for private planes. It is also home to a US Forest Service firefighting base for planes and helicopters. If you wish to fly into chester to come see us you can get more information at www.airnav.com/airport/o05
Walk up rentals are welcome but reservations are recommended
Testimonials
“Staff is amazing, dogs are adorable and they all make the experience great! I defiantly recommend this company. Thanks for making everything so easy and enjoyable. Hope to keep coming back through the years.”
Laura Sevy
“Had a great day on the wave runner. Joe and his staff treat you right."
Stephanie Huges
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They are so nice and have all the things you need to have fun on the water! Very informative on the regulations for the area as well”
Katie Mikkelson
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Customers and spectators are welcome to use our water tricycles for free while you wait!