San Luis Reservoir

By /

California’s fifth-largest reservoir about two hours west of Fresno near Los Banos, offering world-class fishing, boating, and windsurfing on 12,700 acres of open water.

Before You Go

Hours prices and conditions change without notice. Always verify directly with the location before your visit.

How To Get There?

Take Hwy 99 north then Hwy 152 west approximately 2 hours from Fresno to San Luis Reservoir

Distance From Fresno

110 miles

Drive Time From Fresno

2 hours

Elevation

532

Season

Year-Round to Year-Round

Day Use Hours

Sunrise to Sunset

Fees

Day Use: $10-15 per vehicle
Camping: Varies

Boat Launch Fee: Varies

America the Beautiful Pass: Yes

Free Admission: No

Fee Notes: Fees subject to change

Managed By

California State Parks / DWR

— WATER & SWIMMING —

Swimming Allowed: No
Water Type: Reservoir
Swimming Area:
Surface Acres: 12700
Shoreline Miles: 65 miles
Max Depth: 270 feet

— BOATING —

Motorboats Allowed: Yes
Boat Launch Ramps: 4
Marina On Site: No
Marina Name:

— FISHING —

Fishing: Yes
Fish Species: Striped Bass, Catfish, Crappie
Fishing License Required: Yes

— FACILITIES —
Restrooms:

Yes

Flush Toilets:

Yes

Showers:

Yes

Drinking Water:

Yes

Picnic Tables:

Yes

BBQ Grills:

Yes
Playground: Yes
Group Picnic Area: Yes

— CAMPING —

Campground: Yes
Number of Campsites: Varies
RV Hookups: Yes
Dump Station: Yes
Boat Rentals: Yes
Kayak Rentals: No
Store / Snack Bar: No
Restaurant On Site: No

— DOGS —

Dogs Allowed: Yes
Dogs on Leash: Yes

Before You Go

Hours prices and conditions change without notice. Always verify directly with the location before your visit.

📍 Know something we don’t?

Hours, fees, or conditions change. If you’ve visited recently, help us keep this listing accurate.