Black Butte Lake, Orland California - Black Butte is well known as a top warm water fishery, especially for crappie, with the best seasons to fish in the spring and early summer. Water levels can drop significantly during the summer months. The lake is seven miles long with 40 miles of shoreline when full.
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At the northern end of Sacramento and 60 miles south of Redding,off Interstate 5, this quiet park is sounded by dark volcanic buttes, and is well known for fishing, sailing, water skiing and camping. ... Log into read more...
Getting there: Courtesy of USACE:
From Orland, follow Newville Road west 8 miles to Black Butte Lake.
From Interstate 5, take the Black Butte Lake exit at Orland, CA. Travel west on County Road 200/Newville Road for 14 miles. Turn left on Buckhorn Road and enter the Buckhorn Recreation area.
Fees: $4 day use fee
$30 yearly pass
Boating: All Boats Allowed. Boat ramps are located at Buckhorn, Orland Buttes, and Eagle Pass Recreation Areas. Be aware of shal... Log infor more detail...
Special Regulations: Reservations must be made at least 3 days in advance Log infor more detail...
Amenities include drinking water, picnic tables, fire pits, launch ramps, trailer dump stations, pay telephones, and restroom facilities with showers. Many campsites can easily accommodate recreational vehicles up to 35 feet in length. No electrical hookups are available.
Orland Buttes# of Sites: 35 Fees: $15-$18 $100- group site
Amenities include drinking water, picnic tables, fire pits, launch ramps, trailer dump stations, pay telephones, and restroom facilities with showers. Many campsites can easily accommodate recreational vehicles up to 35 feet in length. No electrical hookups are available.
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