Lake Perris State Recreation Area

California State Recreation Area · Riverside County

Entrance fee$10–$20 / vehicle
CountyRiverside
CampingYes

Lake Perris State Recreation Area entrance fee

$10–$20 per vehicle

Lake Perris State Recreation Area hours

Summer Hours (Mar 9 - Nov 2):

6 AM - 10 PM daily

Boating Hours: 6 AM - 7:30 PM

Winter Hours (Nov 3 - Mar 9):

7 AM - 8 PM daily

Boating Hours: 7 AM - 6:30 PM

Watercraft without running lights must be off the water by sunset year-round.

Bernasconi Entrance: 7 AM -7 PM

Hours as published by California State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Lake Perris State Recreation Area

A Southern California reservoir ringed by rugged hills and open space, built for watersports. Swimming, sailing, fishing, scuba, trails and a large campground.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🛶 Paddling
  • 🏊 Swimming
  • 🎣 Fishing
  • ⛵ Boating
  • 🐎 Equestrian
  • 🐦 Birding
  • 🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

  • 🏕️ Campsites
  • 🚿 Showers
  • 🚻 Restrooms
  • 👥 Group Sites
  • 🚤 Boat Ramp
  • 🚐 RV Dump Station
  • 🌿 Nature Center
  • ♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

  • Tent camping
  • RV/trailer sites with hookups
  • RV access
  • Group campsites
  • Hike-and-bike campsites
  • Remote camping
  • Equestrian campsites

Contact

Phone951-940-5600

Address17801 Lake Perris Drive, Perris, CA 92571

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