Just returned from our annual 2 week trip up to Trinity lake.
Ramps: Both Minersville and Cedar Stock ramps are open. Minersville is an easier launch-"at your own risk" didn't see anything about that, but the lake is up quite a bit higher than the last 2-3 years (though still pretty low-down about 90') and I've never-ever had any issue launching. Not much in the way of unmarked obstacles to worry about at the current level. EDIT: The "super low water level" actually scares a lot of the idiots away-not directed at Wakejunky...-I love when the lake is full and all, but the last couple of years have been amazing crowd-wise.
Gas: Cedar Stock or Trinity Alps Marinas are the only open gas docks. Think they're charging just shy of $6/gal. Not sure-we fill gas jugs in town (Weaverville).
Except on the windiest of days where the wind seems to blow every direction funneling down every cove, you can usually find good water in the mornings/evenings. During the week, you can get lucky mid-day too. Weekends when all the locals come up with their tubes and power-turns, it's a bust unless you get out early or wait until evening.
Do you mountain bike? If so, I can key you in on some good trails.
Food spots: Trinity Center - Yellow Jacket Eatery (awesome burgers and the like). Miki-Kat (at the KOA just north of Trinity Center-burgers again).
Coffee Creek - Trailhead Pizza-this place is awesome and worth a visit. They have live music some nights-amazing wood-fired pizza.
Near the lake: Bears Breath Bar & Grille at the Trinity Alps resort - Sub par dinner menu, but fun atmosphere. I definitely recommend the Wednesday night spaghetti buffet.
Timbers at Cedar Stock - don't know much about this one, except they used to have a great Saturday evening BBQ complete with Karaoke on a deck overlooking the lake and dancing.
I also know of a couple good swimming holes and a cool waterfall that makes for a fun family visit. Also been on a few amazing hikes up to some stellar alpine lakes in the Trinity Alps.
As far as camping goes, I'm biased because I've been staying there for over 30 years, but IMO, best spot is Tannery Gulch.
Glad to answer any other questions you might have - I love that lake/area.
Some good local area info can be found here: northtrinitylake.com
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