Castaic Lake State Recreation Area

Park Hours

Sunrise to Sunset

Wednesday - Sunday

Contact Information

(661) 257-4050

Are dogs Allowed?

Yes: Dogs not allowed in water. Note: Park unit operated by Los Angeles County. Check website at https://parks.lacounty.gov/castaic-lake-state-recreation-area/ for more information.

Reservation Availability

No Online Reservations at this time.

Additional Reservation Info

About Castaic Lake State Recreation Area

Castaic Lake State Recreation Area is a reservoir of the State Water Project. It is one of the Project's largest recreational lakes and the terminal of its west branch. The site includes 29 miles of shoreline. A major attraction is the 425-foot-tall Castaic Dam. This site is operated by Los Angeles County. Castaic Lake has two bodies of water. Lower lake is for non-power boating and canoeing. Swimming season on lower lake runs from mid-May to mid-September. Upper lake is for sailing, power boating, water and jet skiing, and fishing. The lake is stocked with bass, trout and catfish. Boat rentals and a tackle bait shop are available.

Get directions through Google Maps

The recreation area can be reached by exiting Interstate 5 at Hughes Lake Road, 41 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles. From Ventura, it is 51 miles to Castaic Lake via Highway 126 and Interstate 5.

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Overnight Facilities

  • Family Campsites
  • Group Campsites
  • RV Dump Station
  • Boat-in/Floating Camps
  • RV Access
Other Facilities

  • Parking
  • Restrooms / Showers
  • Restrooms
  • Outdoor Showers
  • Drinking Water Available
  • Wheelchair Accessible
Boating

  • Boating
  • Boat Ramps
  • Boat Rentals
Day-Use Activities & Facilities

  • Picnic Areas
  • Env. Learning/Visitor Center
  • Exhibits and Programs
  • Fishing
  • Beach Area
  • Swimming
  • Vista Point
  • Windsurfing/Surfing
  • Family Programs
Trail Use

  • Bike Trails
  • Hiking Trails
  • Horseback Riding

Castaic Lake State Recreation Area is a reservoir of the State Water Project. It is one of the Project's largest recreational lakes and the terminal of its west branch. The site includes 29 miles of shoreline. A major attraction is the 425-foot-tall Castaic Dam. This site is operated by Los Angeles County.

Castaic Lake has two bodies of water. Lower lake is for non-power boating and canoeing. Swimming season on lower lake runs from mid-May to mid-September. Upper lake is for sailing, power boating, water and jet skiing, and fishing. The lake is stocked with bass, trout and catfish. Boat rentals and a tackle bait shop are available.

Other recreational activities include hiking, biking trails, picnic areas and playgrounds. Rental group picnic areas are available for up to 600 persons.

Location - Directions

The recreation area can be reached by exiting Interstate 5 at Hughes Lake Road, 41 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles. From Ventura, it is 51 miles to Castaic Lake via Highway 126 and Interstate 5.
Latitude/Longitude: 34.5347 / -118.6108

Facilities/Activities
Los Angeles County operates Castaic Lake SRA -- please visit their website for additional information.

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