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Comprehensive current water conditions, NOAA weather forecasts, USGS telemetry readings, and recreation scores for California lakes and reservoirs. Explore detailed fishing solunar tables, wind forecasts, boat ramp access, and official regulations for every lake below.
Verified hydrographic telemetry counted from the 65 lakes listed in this guide.
Inland freshwater lakes and reservoirs with active monitoring.
Includes glacial natural lakes and engineered impoundments.
Real-time weather station readings and river streamflow gauges.
State authority governing boating safety, fisheries, and access.
Top-ranked boating destinations and premier fishing waters across California.
Filter, search, or sort by surface acreage and maximum depth. Select any lake to open its live conditions dashboard.
Legally binding state-wide ordinances and conservation guidelines for recreational waters.
All recreational watercraft must undergo Clean, Drain, and Dry procedures prior to launching in California waters. Transport of quagga or zebra mussels is illegal under Fish and Game Code Section 2301.
Official documentationMaximum 5 mph speed limit applies within 100 feet of swimmers, within 200 feet of designated swimming beaches and diving platforms, and within marked marina and harbor basins.
Official documentationChildren under 13 must wear a USCG-approved life jacket at all times while underway on any recreational vessel under 26 feet. One wearable life jacket must be readily accessible for every passenger onboard.
Official documentationA valid California sport fishing license is required for all anglers age 16 and older to take fish, mollusks, or crustaceans in inland waters. Report cards required for sturgeon and steelhead.
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