The Lake 160 miles of shoreline encompass the 13,000 surface acres when the lake is full. Launch ramps offering access to the lake are available in the three developed recreation areas: Blue Oaks, Fleming Meadows and Moccasin Point. Read More Read more The Lake
Come See Nature Experience the thrill of seeing a bald eagle as it plucks a fish from the water or the sound of the night’s silence broken by the call of a coyote. Read More Read more Come See Nature
Watersports Waterskiing, wake-boarding/skating/surfing, tubing, kneeboarding and more, the various arms of the lake offer just the right water for the activity in which you prefer to take part. Read More Read more Watersports
Fishing Multiple species of bass, salmon, trout, crappie, catfish, and other pan fish call Don Pedro Lake their home. Come catch your preference! Read More Read more Fishing
Sunset at its finest Set in the foothills of California’s Sierra Nevada, spectacular sunsets are seen as the day gives way to the calm of evening. Read More Read more Sunset at its finest
Visitor's Center Unique architecture, information about the recreation, cultural and natural resources of the area, and a great view await the visitor at 10200 Bonds Flat Road, La Grange, CA. Read More Read more Visitor's Center
Camping At Don Pedro Lake you can choose your favorite way to camp, from primitive camping along the shore (dispersed area camping), to tent camping in a developed camping area (love the hot showers!), to camping with your RV. Read More Read more Camping
Boating Ski boats, bass boats, kayaks/canoes, sailboats, houseboats or personal watercraft… Whatever type boat you have, Don Pedro Lake has lots of room to “float your boat”. Read More Read more Boating
Hiking / Biking Developed trails at Blue Oaks and Moccasin Point offer another way to explore the area. Read More Read more Hiking / Biking

Welcome to Don Pedro Lake!

News & Announcements

Jul
04
Fireworks Show
Mark your calendars! The 2013 FIREWORKS ON THE WATER SHOW will be held on Thursday, July 4, 2013, at 9:30 p.m. on the lake near Don Pedro Dam.
May
24
CAMP AND STAY AN EXTRA NIGHT...................ON US!
Reserve a campsite at Don Pedro lake for two nights and get one more night for free! Make a reservation for two nights to get your free night of non-holiday, in-season mid-week or anytime off-season camping! Call Don Pedro Recreation Agency at (209) 852-2396, ext. 3 and provide the reservation clerk with coupon code #WEBSITE (coupon good for camping through 12/31/2013)
Apr
26
Attention!
PG&E has cancelled the power outage previously scheduled for Friday, April 26, 2013 at Moccasin Point and will reschedule at a later date.
Mar
11
Animal Reminder

Please remember: Dogs and other domestic animals are prohibited in the developed campgrounds at Don Pedro Lake. Pets are allowed on boats and in the undeveloped, dispersed areas of the lake.

Mar
01
Campsites Available Online!

Great news! Campsites in the Moccasin Point "D" and "E" areas are now available through the online reservation system!

Jan
01
ATTENTION BOATERS!

ATTENTION BOATERS! Don't Move A Mussel! Print and fill out your Mussel Self-Inspection Launch Certification Permit before you drive up to the lake and save time at the entrance station upon arrival.

Jan
01
Make a camping reservation today!

Make a camping reservation today and receive a 2013 planner as a thank you gift. Use it to help plan your days to come camping at the lake! Be sure to inquire about it if calling to reserve by phone, or email donpedrolake@tid.org after reserving your campsite(s) online and we'll send your free planner to you right away (while supplies last).

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The warm weather of summer beckons water activity, bringing about over 80% of the recreation use between the months of May and September. Even though the weather in spring and fall can be less predictable, some of the area’s most beautiful weather with comfortable temperatures occurs at that time.