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# D. L. Bliss State Park

El Dorado · California Department of Parks and Recreation

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Closure noticeAccess & reservations

### D. L. Bliss State Park: Seasonal vehicle access

Park-specific information

- [Seasonal vehicle access](https://caparks.org/parks/d-l-bliss-state-park)

The park is in its off-season vehicle closure. The agency describes walk-in access from the visitor-center parking area, with no water or restrooms available inside. Check conditions before planning the longer walk to trails or beaches.

[Read the official notice: California State Parks visitor directory ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=505)Source checked Oct 20, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: California Department of Parks and Recreation

**Telephone**: [(530) 525-7277](tel:5305257277)

**Hours**: Day Use Hours: Sunrise to Sunset

[Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=505)

We have not yet verified entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## Weather & forecast

National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=38.9779&lon=-120.103)

## About D. L. Bliss State Park

D. L. Bliss State Park is listed in official public-land records for El Dorado, California and is managed by California Department of Parks and Recreation. Our research into visitor facilities is ongoing. Check the managing agency’s information for public entrances, permitted activities, and current access.

## Activities & facilities

[Camping ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/camping)[Picnicking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/picnicking)[Interpretive programs ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/interpretive-programs)[Fishing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/fishing)[Diving and snorkeling ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/diving-and-snorkeling)[Beach visits ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/beach-visits)[Swimming ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/swimming)[Museums ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/museums)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)Tent CampingGroup CampsitesHike-and-Bike CampsitesRV Dump StationRV AccessParkingRestrooms / ShowersRestroomsOutdoor ShowersDrinking Water AvailablePicnic AreasEnv. Learning/Visitor CenterExhibits and ProgramsInterpretive ExhibitsScuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaNature & Wildlife ViewingHiking Trails

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

## Find your way.

Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

[Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=505)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 20, 2026.

- [California State Parks visitor directory](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=21805) · Oct 20, 2026

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