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# Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

Butte · California Department of Parks and Recreation

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

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

**Telephone**: [(530) 538-2200](tel:5305382200)

**Hours**: Day use areas are open 8 a.m. to Sunset. Campgrounds are open 24 hours a day. Launch Ramps are generally open 7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Please use link above to DWR's website for specific location ramp hours.

[Official park information](https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=462)

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=39.5343&lon=-121.467)

## About Lake Oroville State Recreation Area

Lake Oroville State Recreation Area is listed in official public-land records for Butte, 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)[Boating ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/boating)[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)[Surfing ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/surfing)[Museums ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/museums)[Geocaching ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/geocaching)[Biking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/biking)[Hiking ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/hiking)[Horseback riding ↗](https://caparks.org/activities/horseback-riding)En route CampsitesEquestrian CampsitesTent CampingGroup CampsitesRemote CampingRV/Trailer Campsites w/HookupsRV Dump StationBoat-in/Floating CampsRV AccessRestrooms / ShowersRestroomsOutdoor ShowersDrinking Water AvailableWheelchair AccessibleBoat RampsBoat RentalsHistorical/Cultural SitePicnic AreasEnv. Learning/Visitor CenterExhibits and ProgramsGuided ToursInterpretive ExhibitsScuba Diving/SnorkelingBeach AreaNature & Wildlife ViewingWindsurfing/SurfingFamily ProgramsBike TrailsHiking TrailsHorseback Riding

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=462)

## 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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