Castaic Lake

CA

LA County's go-to for striped bass and a separate no-wake lagoon.

34.530°N 118.600°W1,481 ft
BoatingFishingPaddlingSwimming
Storage90%of capacity · California Data Exchange Center
Lake level1,500.5ftCalifornia Data Exchange Center · down · history
Today81°FMostly Sunny · low 55°F
Wind5 to 15 mphS · NWS

Photo: brent · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Rentals, stays & trips for Castaic LakePartner links · same price for you
Rent a boat on Castaic LakePontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Castaic LakeLake cabins, vacation homes and hotelsExpedia · Vrbo Fishing charterHalf and full-day trips, gear includedViator Private campsiteWhen the public sites are fullHipcamp

Heads up: Off-season trips are quieter. Many owners still rent on calm, sunny weekends.

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Guides for Castaic LakeBoat rentals →Water level →
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Quick facts

Type
Lake
State
California
Elevation
1,481 ft
Boat ramps
3
Campgrounds
None listed
Fish species
None recorded

Get on the water

Ramps & rentals

Main Launch Ramp

· 0.8 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Boat Launch Ramp

· 1.0 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

West Ramp Road

· 1.0 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Boat rentals

Rent a boat for Castaic Lake

Pontoons, ski boats and fishing boats from local owners, with or without a captain.

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Where to stay

Camp near the water

CampgroundsNone listed yet in Recreation.gov or OpenStreetMap for this water.
Public sites full?

Private sites nearby

Ranch, desert and waterfront sites hosted by landowners.

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Rather sleep indoors?

Cabins and hotels near Castaic Lake

Lake houses, cabins and hotels close to the water, with free cancellation on many stays.

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No rig? No problem

RV delivered to camp

Some owners will drop a trailer at the campground and pick it up when you leave.

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Off the water

Nearby trails

TrailheadsNone listed yet in Recreation.gov or OpenStreetMap for this water.

Trailheads from OpenStreetMap and hand-checked notes. Open the trailhead in your hiking app for full route details.

Before you launch

Gas, bait & supplies nearby

Gas and fuel docks

  • 7-Eleven
    2.6 mi
  • Shell
    2.7 mi
  • Gas station
    2.7 mi
  • Pilot
    2.7 mi

Bait and tackle

  • Camping World of Valencia
    10.4 mi
  • Fish'N FoolsBait
    18.9 mi
  • REI 18605 Devonshire Street, Northridge · Mo-Fr 10:00-21:00; Sa 10:00-20:00; Su 10:00-19:00
    19.1 miCall
  • Beffet
    26.6 mi

Groceries and ice

  • 7-Eleven
    2.6 miCall
  • Pilot
    2.7 mi
  • Coffee Stop
    2.8 mi
  • Shell
    2.9 mi

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Samuel Dixon Family Health Center
    6.8 mi
  • First Aid
    7.1 mi
  • Valencia Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
    7.7 mi
  • UCLA Health 27235 Tourney Road, Valencia
    7.8 mi

Distances are straight-line from the water. Listings © OpenStreetMap contributors; hours change, so call ahead. In an emergency, call 911.

Trip planner

Build your weekend

Saturday76°FSunnyWind 5 to 10 mph NE
Sunday77°FSunnyWind 5 to 10 mph NNE

National Weather Service forecast. Afternoon wind builds on big lakes; plan crossings for the morning.

How many days
Who's coming
Main thing

Packing list

Don't forget

Photos

Castaic Lake in pictures

Castaic Lake (3391444834).jpg
Shawn from Airdrie, Canada · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Castaic Lake 1.jpg
Unknown · CC BY 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons
Castaic Lake 2.jpg
Jason Ippolito · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Good to know

Castaic Lake FAQ

Can you rent a boat on Castaic Lake?

Yes. Boat rentals for Castaic Lake can be searched on Boatsetter, where local owners list pontoons, ski boats and fishing boats, some with a captain. Availability changes by season, so book early for summer weekends. Public launches include Main Launch Ramp, Boat Launch Ramp, West Ramp Road.

Where can I launch a boat on Castaic Lake?

Boat ramps and marinas listed for this water: Main Launch Ramp, Boat Launch Ramp, West Ramp Road. Fees and hours change by season, so check with the managing agency before you tow.

What is the water level of Castaic Lake today?

On 2026-10-19, Castaic Lake was at 1,500.51 feet, 90% of capacity. That's down 3.62 feet from a week earlier. Source: California Data Exchange Center, updated daily.

Is there gas near Castaic Lake?

The closest listed fuel is 7-Eleven, about 2.6 miles from the water.

Where can I buy bait near Castaic Lake?

Bait and tackle nearby: Camping World of Valencia (10.4 mi), Fish'N Fools (18.9 mi), REI (19.1 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.

Keep exploring

Nearby water

Lake Cachuma76 mi · 84% fullLake Isabella78 mi · 25% fullKern River85 miLake Elsinore93 mi

Sources: USGS 3DHP, Recreation.gov RIDB, OpenStreetMap contributors, CDFW and AZGFD, GBIF, NWS. Photo credits are listed on the photo credits page. All outbound links are affiliate links.