Bethany Reservoir State Recreation Area

Park Hours

7 am to Sunset.

Contact Information

(925) 447-2867

Are dogs Allowed?

Yes

Reservation Availability

No Online Reservations at this time.

About Bethany Reservoir State Recreation Area

Located in the northernmost part of the San Joaquin Valley, Bethany Reservoir State Recreation Area is a popular place for water-oriented recreation, especially fishing and windsurfing. It also features a bike trail (along the California Aqueduct Bikeway) - and many windmills. It is also the northern terminus of the California Aqueduct.

Get directions through Google Maps

The recreation area is northeast of Livermore, seven miles off Interstate 580 at the Grant Line Road exit.

EV Information

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Other Facilities

  • Parking
  • Restrooms
Boating

  • Boating
  • Boat Ramps
Day-Use Activities & Facilities

  • Picnic Areas
  • Fishing
  • Interpretive Exhibits
  • Nature & Wildlife Viewing
  • Windsurfing/Surfing
Trail Use

  • Bike Trails
  • Hiking Trails

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Basic Park Information

Located in the northernmost part of the San Joaquin Valley, Bethany Reservoir State Recreation Area is a popular place for water-oriented recreation, especially fishing and windsurfing. It also features a bike trail (along the California Aqueduct Bikeway) - and many windmills. It is also the northern terminus of the California Aqueduct.

Address: 13638 Christensen Rd, Byron, CA 94514

Fees:  

  • $10.00 parking 
  • $7.00 boat launch
  • $1.00 discount for vehicle day use for persons 62 years of age or older

Boating: 

  • Boat launch near main parking lot
  • Speed limit is 5 mph
  • Small boats, canoe, kayak, catamarans, sailboarders are allowed

Fishing

  • Persons age 16 and over must carry a valid fishing license. 

Bicycling

  • The California Aqueduct Bikeway is a popular cycling trail. 

Dogs 

  • Dogs must be on a 6 foot maximum leash and under human control at all times. 

 

Kayak Tour

Kayak Tour Dates

 

Education Programs

If you are interested in bringing your class to Bethany Reservoir SRA please contact Fiona Catalano at (925) 243-2003 or email fiona.catalano@parks.ca.gov.  

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