Brannan Island State Recreation Area
Also known as Brannon Island State Recreational Area, Brannan Island SRA
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily sunrise – 1 hr after sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions6-ft leash
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.ca.gov(916) 777-4004
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Overview
Brannan Island State Recreation Area is a 331-acre recreation area in Sacramento County, about 5 miles south of Rio Vista.
Popular activities here are surfing, boating, swimming, fishing, and wildlife watching. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Camping is available: campsites, including RV sites, tent sites, group camping, and showers.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | sunrise – 1 hr after sunset | — |
Official wording
Park hours are from sunrise to one hour after sunset. There is a new gate; it will close one hour after sunset and repoen at sunrise.
Seasons/Climate/Recommend Clothing: The climate in the Delta is mild, with winter temperatures usually ranging between 45 and 55 degrees and summer temperatures between 75 and 95. The occasional heat wave can push temperatures above 100 degrees in the summer, although the Delta breeze is never far away. Come dressed in layers in the winter and dress lightly for the heat in the summer.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Day Use | $10 |
| Boat Launch | $7 |
Official wording
Special rates may apply for peak season, high demand holiday periods, and during weekends. Prices are subject to change without notice. • Vehicle Day Use: $10.00 • Boat Launch: $7.00
California park passes
- California Explorer Annual Pass — $195. Vehicle day-use entry to 134 state parks incl. high-demand Southern California beaches Details
- Golden Poppy Annual Pass — $125. Vehicle day-use entry to 112 state parks Details
- Historian Passport — $50. Admission for up to four people at per-person-fee State Historic Parks Details
- Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Annual Pass — $50. Entry to State Vehicular Recreation Areas that collect day-use fees Details
- SNO-Park Pass — $40 season / $15 day. 18 SNO-PARK winter recreation areas Details
From the California state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- ReserveCalifornia
- Phone
- (800) 444-7275
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed, with restrictions · leash up to 6 feet
Not allowed in or on: all trails and beaches.
Are dogs allowed? Dogs must be kept on a leash no longer than six feet and under human control at all times. Dogs (except for service dogs) are prohibited on all trails and beaches except in designated areas. Pets must be kept inside tents or vehicles during nighttime hours. Dogs At Seven Mile Slough and Windy Cove beaches are off limits to dogs. Dogs are allowed in the picnic area north of the restrooms, along Seven Mile Slough. Dogs must be on leash and in the owners' control at all times.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
The park offers an array of recreation opportunities, including camping, picnicking, birding, swimming, boating, fishing, and various aquatic sports. The park can be enjoyed from either the bank or boat, with the boat launch offering an array of facilities to ensure your launch goes smoothly. Fishing from Brannan Island State Recreation Area is excellent for striped bass, black bass, bluegill, sturgeon, and more.
The park has a ten lane launch ramp, over 140 campsites, and areas for picnicking and swimming.
Diablo Range District Camping Limits (January 2026)
Overnight facilities: En route Campsites, Tent Camping, Group Campsites, Hike-and-Bike Campsites, Remote Camping, RV/Trailer Campsites w/Hookups, RV Dump Station, RV Access
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BoatingPicnickingFishingSwimmingWildlife viewing and birdingSurfingHikingBikingCamping
Trails
Trailer Lengths
Sites vary from 20 feet to 36 feet in length. While booking your site, please check the site length and width under amenities to be sure your unit and vehicle will fit properly.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
Overview
Brannan Island State Recreation Area is a maze of waterways through the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta with many wildlife habitats and opportunities for recreation, including boating, windsurfing and swimming. From October 15 to May 15, only some of the campgrounds are open, and that is on a first-come basis. Otherwise, in season reservations are available at (800) 444-7275. Phone the park at (916) 777-6671 for more information.
Camping
Willow / Cottonwood Campground: There are 10 accessible tent campsites that are dispersed through the campground. Sites generally include paved activity areas, accessible tables, water and fire circles. Firm tent sites can accommodate stakes. Restrooms, showers, and routes of travel to restrooms are generally accessible. Some restrooms have designated accessible parking.
Read more from the park
Olympic Loop: There is 1 accessible RV campsite with water and electrical hookups. A sanitation station is nearby. Accessible restrooms with showers are near the boat launch area.
Picnic Area
The Group Picnic Area has shade structures with accessible picnic sites. Accessible parking and restrooms are available.
The North Picnic Area is located along the water just beyond what was once known as Sand Beach, a string of picnic tables includes several that are accessible. An accessible restroom and an accessible no-flush restroom are at opposite ends of this area.
The Windy Cove wind surfing area across the road from the main entry has an improved accessible restroom and outdoor rinsing shower. Benches and water faucets have been modified for accessibility.
Trails
The Brannan Island Loop Trail is a 3 mile accessible loop trail around the park connecting the campgrounds and day-use facilities. The surface is asphalt & concrete. The trail is generally flat at less than 5% slopes. Multiple accessible parking spaces are located at the park entrance, campground area and boat access ramp. Accessible restrooms and an accessible fishing platform are provided along the trail.
Trail Name Running Slope Cross Slope Trail Width Trail Surface
Brannon Island Loop Trail 2% Average 6 FT Average Asphalt & Concrete
5% Maximum 5% Maximum 4 FT Minimum
Beach/Shore Access
The Delta Vista Berthing Area has two boat slips that are accessibly designed. Subject to tides, the slips are accessible for persons who can self-transfer. Parking and route of travel to the slips, boat launch, and restrooms is accessible.
Exhibits/Programs
A converted trailer serving as a visitor center with a ramped entry is usable. Interior exhibit panels are generally accessible, but turning space is limited. Van accessible parking is available.
Fishing
As of 10/9/23 the accessible fishing pier has been closed to the public due to fire damage.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
Park Specific Rules
Superintendent Orders are laws that are specific to a State Park District and/or a California State Park. The links below will take you to a copy of each District Superintendent Order that applies to Brannan Island State Recreation Area. These orders are posted for viewing at each public entrance of the park. These orders are subject to change and were recently renewed in 2026. Brannan Island State Recreation Area is part of the Diablo Range District.
Brannan Island State Recreation Area Vessel Restrictions (January 2026)
Brannan Island State Recreation Area Consumption of Alcohol (January 2026)
Diablo Range District Unmanned Aircraft Systems (January 2026)
Diablo Range District Juvenile Curfew (January 2026)
Diablo Range District Rescinded Orders (January 2026)
Getting there
- Address
- 3000 Brannan Island Rd
Isleton, CA 95641 - Nearest town
- Rio Vista — about 5 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 38.1106, -121.6984
- Phone
- (916) 777-4004
Entrances
- Directions point
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The park is on Highway 160 a few miles south of the city of Rio Vista in Sacramento County. The park is located on the lower peninsular extension of Brannan Island, and is surrounded by the Sacramento River on the west, Three Mile Slough on the southeast, and Seven Mile Slough on the northeast.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- California State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- California State Parks Listing page (one link per unit, page_id = officialId), unioned with the CSP Enterprise GIS 'ParkEntryPoints' ArcGIS layer (coords, address, county, unit number, management status) and the 'CSPParkUnit_CurrentStatus' layer (open/partial/full closure)
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology