Gateway Town

Chester

Gateway Town

Lake Almanor stop, 26km southeast of Lassen. Budget motels, gas, and cafes—last resupply before the park.

Quick facts

Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
2187
Best Known For
Convenient resupply stop for Lassen Volcanic visitors
About This Town
Chester sits on Lake Almanor, 26 km from Lassen's entrance. Modest motels, cafes, and gas make it your practical resupply stop. No pretense, no tourist traps—just what you need before hitting the park.

Town overview

Town Type
Supply Depot
Population
2187
Best Known For
Convenient resupply stop for Lassen Volcanic visitors
About This Town
Chester sits on Lake Almanor, 26 km from Lassen's entrance. Modest motels, cafes, and gas make it your practical resupply stop. No pretense, no tourist traps—just what you need before hitting the park.

Park access

Distance From Park
25.6 km southeast (approximately 16 miles, 20 minutes by car)

Where to stay & eat

Hotel Count
4
Bnb Count
1
Lodging Variety
Budget motels and guesthouse
Restaurant Count
17

Location

Mill Creek

Tiny hamlet 21 km southwest of Lassen. Last-resort lodging only.

Shingletown

Last supply stop before Lassen: 40.7 km west. One B&B, two cafes, then open road.

Westwood

One hotel, one restaurant, 40km from Lassen. Locals only—backup plan territory.

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