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 upcoming camping/lodging reservations at this time.

About Castaic Lake State Recreation Area

With 29 miles of shoreline, this park is one of the State Water Project's largest recreational lakes, featuring the 425-foot-tall Castaic Dam and opportunities for sailing, power boating, waterskiing and fishing.

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Maps and Park 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.

Brochures

No brochures are available for this park.

News and Events

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events are listed for this park.

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Passes Information

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Activities and Facilities

EV Information

Overnight Facilities

Tent Camping
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.