Lake Berryessa

CA

Napa County coves, the Glory Hole spillway and calm morning ski water.

38.600°N 122.180°W1,577 ft
BoatingCampingFishingSwimming
Storage83%of capacity · California Data Exchange Center
Lake level427.7ftCalifornia Data Exchange Center · down · history
Today67°FMostly Cloudy · low 55°F
Wind6 mphN · NWS

Photo: Chris English · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Rentals, stays & trips for Lake BerryessaPartner links · same price for you
Rent a boat on Lake BerryessaPontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Lake BerryessaLake 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.

Rent a boat on Lake BerryessaBoatsetter · partner link→
Guides for Lake BerryessaBoat rentals →Camping →Fishing →Water level →
© OpenStreetMap contributors · OpenFreeMap · USGS 3DHP

Quick facts

Type
Lake
State
California
Elevation
1,577 ft
Boat ramps
None listed
Campgrounds
None listed
Fish species
1

Get on the water

Ramps & rentals

Boat ramps and marinasNone listed yet in Recreation.gov or OpenStreetMap for this water.
Boat rentals

Rent a boat for Lake Berryessa

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 Lake Berryessa

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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What's biting

Fishing by month

Native lives here naturallyWild introduced, reproduces on its ownStocked planted by the state
SpeciesOriginJFMAMJJASOND
Rainbow troutLast stocked Oct 11, 2026 Stocked

Lighter is slow, darker is peak. The outlined column is this month. "Reported" means only one verified catch record so far.

Guided trips

Book a fishing charter

Half-day and full-day trips with gear and local know-how.

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Recent stocking
  • TroutOct 11, 2026
CDFW Fish Planting Schedule

Gear for these fish

Partner links

Rainbow trout

Fly rods, reels and fliesTrident Fly Fishing→Fiberglass fly rods and kitsEpic Fly Rods→Spoons, spinners and minnow luresRapala→

For every angler

Landing nets and fly boxesEGO Fishing→Sun-protective fishing shirtsHook & Tackle→Fishing shirts, shorts and vestsColumbia→

Fishing rules · California

Limits & regulations

● Under review
Limits under reviewWe're confirming the current limits for this water. Until then, check the California Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations (wildlife.ca.gov) before you fish.
⚑ Check before you go.We update these weekly, but rules can change at any time. For the official rules, see the California Freshwater Sport Fishing Regulations (wildlife.ca.gov).

Off the water

Nearby trails

Smittle Creek Trailhead

US Bureau of Reclamation · US Bureau of Reclamation, fee: no
no · 3.9 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

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

  • Gas station
    9.6 mi

Bait and tackle

  • Sportago 1380 Main Street, St. Helena
    17.0 mi
  • Guns Fishing & Other Stuff 197 Butcher Road, Vacaville
    20.2 mi
  • Gone Fishin' Marine
    21.0 mi
  • Carousel
    23.8 miCall

Groceries and ice

  • Spanish Flat Country Store & Deli 4318 Knoxville Road · Mo-Su 06:00-18:00
    5.3 miCall

RV dump and fresh water

  • RV dump stationDump station
    22.5 mi

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Adventist Health Saint HelenaEmergency 10 Woodland Road, Saint Helena · 24/7
    16.4 miCall
  • Clement W. Miller Memorial Medical Treatment Center Presidents Circle, Yountville
    17.5 mi
  • Kaiser Permanente Vacaville Medical CenterEmergency 1 Quality Drive, Vacaville · 24/7
    19.6 miCall
  • Queen of the Valley Medical CenterEmergency 1000 Trancas Street, Napa · 24/7
    20.0 miCall

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

Saturday72°FSunnyWind 1 to 7 mph NNE
Sunday72°FSunnyWind 0 to 6 mph NE

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

Lake Berryessa in pictures

Lake Berryessa, CA - panoramio.jpg
Jürgen Regel, Marian… · CC BY 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Lake Berryessa, California, looking northeast from Oak Shore.jpg
James Postema · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Lake Berryessa AW.jpg
Alex Wild · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons

Good to know

Lake Berryessa FAQ

Can you rent a boat on Lake Berryessa?

Yes. Boat rentals for Lake Berryessa 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.

What fish are in Lake Berryessa?

Lake Berryessa has Rainbow trout. Rainbow trout is stocked by the state.

Is Lake Berryessa stocked with fish?

Yes. The most recent state planting report for Lake Berryessa lists Trout the week of 2026-10-11. Sign up on this page to get an email when it's stocked again.

What is the water level of Lake Berryessa today?

On 2026-10-19, Lake Berryessa was at 427.71 feet, 83% of capacity. That's down 0.34 feet from a week earlier. Source: California Data Exchange Center, updated daily.

Is there gas near Lake Berryessa?

The closest listed fuel is Gas station, about 9.6 miles from the water.

Where can I buy bait near Lake Berryessa?

Bait and tackle nearby: Sportago (17.0 mi), Guns Fishing & Other Stuff (20.2 mi), Gone Fishin' Marine (21.0 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.

Do I need a fishing license at Lake Berryessa?

Yes. In California, anyone 16 or older needs a California fishing license, and some waters need extra stamps or validations. Check the state wildlife agency for current rules before you fish.

Keep exploring

Nearby water

Russian River40 mi · 170 cfsClear Lake43 miFolsom Lake58 mi · 40% fullSouth Fork American70 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.