Almanor Recreation and Park District

Almanor Recreation and Park District ARPD is an unfunded Special California District that organizes public recreational events to raise funds for youth sports and sports field maintenance.

GROWING RECREATION IN THE ALMANOR BASIN

Almanor Recreation and Park District (ARPD) is an unfunded Special District in Plumas County. The Plumas County LAFco recognizes our scope as recreation and parks for a sphere of influence including most of northwest Plumas County. We are serving the commercial and residential communities within the Lake Almanor Basin. We serve a population of about 4000.

We produce and/or sponsor community events and programs, as well as capital projects, with an emphasis on recreation, parks and trails. We operate the Truman Collins Sports Complex to promote Youth and Adult Sports. We operate out an office building at 101 Meadowbrook Loop located west of the Truman Collins Complex. Staffed office hours are 9 am to 2 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. YOUTH SPORTS Fall and Spring Soccer, and Baseball & Softball

ADULT SPORTS Drop in Basketball and Volleyball, Coed Softball,
and Men's Softball

COMMUNITY
EVENTS July 4th Chester Fun Run, Mile High 100 Cycling, Poker Paddle on the Lake, Sierra Rivers Cleanup, A Day on the Collins Pine Nature Trail

COMMUNITY
PROGRAMS Operate the Truman Collins Sport Complex
Kids Nights Out
Almanor Basin Trails Committee

05/05/2026

🚴‍♂️ Volunteers Needed for Mile High 100 Century Ride! 🚴‍♀️

We’re gearing up for an incredible event and need your help to make it all happen! We’re looking for volunteers who can give just 3 hours of their time on event day.

There are several ways to get involved:

🚗 SAG Support (helping riders along the route)
🍊 Rest Stop Crew (keeping riders fueled and hydrated)
🚧 Route Setup & Cleanup (making sure everything runs smoothly and safely)
🎉 After Party Support (help us celebrate the riders!)

Whether you’re a cyclist, supporter, or just want to be part of a great community event, we’d love to have you on the team.

👉 Email [email protected]

Your time makes a real difference for the riders taking on this challenge. Come be part of the experience!

04/07/2026

Recent update from CalTrans:

Two major projects are on Hwy 89, Almanor West Road Rehabilitation and Crescent Mills Pavement Preservation.

The Crescent Mills Pavement Preservation is done; however, the Almanor West Road Rehabilitation is going to another construction season. Activities on this project will not be completed until October of 2026, tentatively.

The bike path is not yet complete. Pending work includes installation of Pavement Interlayer Fabric and another top lift of asphalt pavement, parking lots and connecting bike path ramps with bollards, decorative benches, shoulder backing, permanent erosion control, and tree planting. Schedule for completion is still being worked out with contractor.

Do you have a passion for the Lake Almanor area? If so, the Almanor Recreation and Park District has wonderful opportuni...
03/26/2026

Do you have a passion for the Lake Almanor area? If so, the Almanor Recreation and Park District has wonderful opportunities for you to get involved. We offer a variety of programs and activities, including biking and youth soccer, as well as signature community events such as the Fun Run, the Century Ride, and our Poker Paddle on the lake.

If you are interested in supporting these initiatives or learning more about how you can contribute to our community, please drop us a line. We would be happy to provide more information on how you can get involved.

Join the ARPD Board – Make a Difference in Your Community!

03/09/2026
Winter celebration at ARPD!Board member wanted!MileHigh100.com Bike Ride In June. Registration is now open!
01/06/2026

Winter celebration at ARPD!
Board member wanted!
MileHigh100.com Bike Ride In June. Registration is now open!

Address

101 Meadowbrook Loop
Chester, CA
96020

Telephone

(530) 258-2562

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