Lake Perris State Recreation Area
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. (Mar 9 – Nov 2)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed, with restrictions
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.ca.gov(951) 940-5600
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Partial closure Partial Closure — OtherLAKE PERRIS SRA: TEMPORARY WATERWAY & FACILITY CLOSURES Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Lake Perris SRA will temporarily close the lake… (more)
LAKE PERRIS SRA: TEMPORARY WATERWAY & FACILITY CLOSURES Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Lake Perris SRA will temporarily close the lake surface and specific park facilities this Friday morning to accommodate an aerial algae treatment. STREAMLINED CLOSURES (6:00 AM – 2:30 PM) • Waterway: The lake is entirely closed to all vessels; no boat, jet ski, or watercraft launches will be permitted. • Launch Ramps: All launch ramps are closed. • Bernasconi: The Bernasconi entrance is closed. • Shoreline & Recreation Areas: Sail Cove through Parking Lot 4 is closed. • Dam Access: No pedestrians, runners, or bicycles are allowed on the dam. WHAT REMAINS OPEN • Campgrounds & Day-Use: Camping and standard land-based day-use activities are not impacted and will remain open. Vessels and closed facilities will reopen as soon as the aerial operation is complete, estimated at 2:30 PM.
Posted by the park 2026-10-29. Official alert
Overview
In Riverside County, about 4 miles south of Moreno Valley, Lake Perris State Recreation Area covers about 8,904 acres.
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, surfing, horseback riding, historic sites, and boating. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and boat or kayak rentals. For overnight stays there are campsites (RV sites, tent sites, group camping, equestrian 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 — Summer Hours (Mar 9 - Nov 2) | Daily | 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. | Mar 9 – Nov 2 |
| Park — Boating | Daily | 6 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. | — |
| Park — Winter Hours (Nov 3 - Mar 9) | Daily | 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. | Nov 3 – Mar 9 |
| Park — Boating | Daily | 7 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. | — |
| Park | Watercraft without running lights must be off the water by sunset year-round. | ||
| Entrance gate — Bernasconi Entrance | Daily | 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. | — |
| Visitor center — Museum | Fri | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | — |
| Sat–Sun | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | — | |
Official wording
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
Museum Hours: Fri: 10 AM - 2 PM Sat/Sun: 10 AM - 4 PM
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 (Regular) | $10 |
| Vehicle Day Use (Special Holiday/Seasonal/Weekend Rate) | $20 |
| Boat Launch | $10 |
| Bus, Large | $60 |
| Bus, Small | $30 |
| Group Day Use | $305 |
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 (Regular): $10.00 • Vehicle Day Use (Special Holiday/Seasonal/Weekend Rate): $20.00 • Boat Launch: $10.00 • Bus, Large: $60.00 • Bus, Small: $30.00 • Group Day Use: $305.00
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
Not allowed in or on: unpaved trails and on the sand; the beach or in the water; alessandro island; the beach.
Are dogs allowed? Yes: Dogs not allowed on unpaved trails and on the sand (beach areas) because the water is used for municipal drinking water, and not allowed on Allesandro Island or the Bernasconi Beach area. Dog may go on your boat, but can NOT have any body contact with the water at any time. Dogs - Dogs are permitted on all trails but must be on leash at all times. Dogs are not allowed on the beach or in the water. Dogs are not allowed on Alessandro Island. • Dogs are not allowed on the beach, in the water or on the island. Dogs are allowed on vessels but not in the water.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping Fees
- Group Campsites: $300 per night
- Disabled Discount Pass (1/2 price day use and camping)
Campfires - Campfires are only permitted in the campground in park-provided fire rings. Open ground fires are not permitted.
Motorized vehicles - Motorized vehicles driven in the park (e.g., cars, motorbikes, miniature motorcycles, and golf carts) must be registered with the DMV and have a street-legal license plate. All vehicles must obey posted speed limits. the speed limit in the campgrounds is 15 mph.
- ALCOHOL possession and consumption is allowed from your vessel only. You may not bring alcohol on shore in day use areas. Alcohol is also permitted in your registered campsite.
Overnight facilities: Equestrian 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
BoatingHistoric sites and toursPicnickingFishingRanger and interpretive programsSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingWildlife viewing and birdingSurfingGeocachingHikingBikingHorseback ridingCamping
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Visitor center
- Nature center or museum
- Park or camp store
- Parking
- Group facilities
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
- Boat, canoe or kayak rentals
Camping
- RV dump station
- Tent camping
- RV camping
- Group camping
- Equestrian camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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
Formed by Perris Dam, Lake Perris State Recreation Area offers a variety of water recreation activities, including scuba diving, as well as camping and picnicking. The park is located eleven miles south of Riverside. Phone (951) 940-5600 for more information.
Camping
The Lake Perris Campground has 22 accessible campsites dispersed among five loops. Further details about the campsites are outlined below.
Quail Loop: Four tent campsites (#2, #4, #5, and #6) are generally accessible. A generally accessible restroom/shower building and parking are nearby.
Coyote Loop: Three RV campsites (#110, #111, and #112) with water & electricity hook-ups are generally accessible. A generally accessible restroom/shower building and parking are nearby.
Read more from the park
Deer Loop: Eight RV campsites (#217, #218, #219, #220, #258, #259, #260, and #261) with water & electricity hook-ups are accessible. A generally accessible restroom/shower building and parking are nearby.
Owl Loop: Four RV campsites (#320, #324, #325, and #327) are accessible. A generally accessible restroom/shower building is nearby.
Bobcat Loop: Three tent campsites (#368, #370, and #376) are generally accessible. A generally accessible restroom/shower building is nearby.
The campfire center and horseshoe pits, located just beyond the campground entrance station, are accessible. Parking and restrooms located near the campfire center are accessible.
Group Camp: Six group campsites that can accommodate a maximum of 100 people each are generally accessible- including parking, routes, and restrooms. Visit Lake Perris’ Group Camp webpage for pricing and reservations.
Horse Camp: Located off Alta Calle Road, past the Lake Perris Campground, the horse camp has generally accessible campsites, parking, and an accessible equestrian mounting platform. Portable toilets are available, and may be usable.
Picnic Area
Shaded accessible picnic sites are dispersed throughout the Perris Beach, Boat Beach, Moreno Beach, and Power Cove day-use areas. Parking, routes, and restrooms are accessible.
A horseshoe pit, located near the group picnic area and the Power Cove lot, along the Lake Perris Bike and Hike Trail, is accessible.
Group Picnic: Lake Perris offers small, medium, and large group picnic areas that can accommodate from 50 people to 200 people. All are generally accessible- including parking, routes, and restrooms. Visit Lake Perris’ Group Picnic webpage for pricing and reservations.
Trails
The Lake Perris Hike and Bike Trail is a loop trail that extends completely around the lake, offering views of riparian areas and the surrounding foothills. Of the nearly 10-mile trail, almost 6 miles of the trail is accessible. Trailheads for the accessible portion can be accessed from most lots within the day use area, but the most accessible parking and restrooms are at the Power Boat Cove trailhead within Lot 12. The trail is constructed of concrete and asphalt. A single accessible portable toilet is located at about the halfway point of the accessible portion of the trail, near Pictograph Rock. The accessible portion of the trail terminates at Bernasconi Group Camp.
Beach/Shore Access
Beach wheelchairs are available for checkout free of charge. Contact park staff at (951) 940-5603 to inquire about availability.
Exhibits/Programs
The Regional Indian Museum is currently open Fridays 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM, and Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM. The exhibits are mostly accessibly designed, as is the sales area. The museum theater has space for wheelchairs. Restrooms are generally accessible.
Fishing
Lot #1: An accessible fishing pier is at the west end of Lot #1. It includes lowered railings with 4" gaps to allow for the play of the line on water and curb guards. An accessible restroom and parking space are available nearby.
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Getting there
- Address
- 17801 Lake Perris Drive
Perris, CA 92571 - Nearest town
- Moreno Valley — about 4 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 33.8600, -117.2028
- Phone
- (951) 940-5600
Entrances
- Directions point
Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)
Directions from the park
The recreation area is located 11 miles south of Riverside via Highway 60 or I-215.
Entrance gate: Daily 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.
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. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology