Lake Oroville

CA

Spotted bass capital with floating campsites and boat-in camps.

39.600°N 121.450°W1,184 ft
BoatingCampingFishingRV
Storage44%of capacity · California Data Exchange Center
Lake level740.4ftCalifornia Data Exchange Center · down · history
Today67°FMostly Cloudy · low 61°F
Wind3 mphW · NWS
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Algae bloom reported. Reported near Loafer Creek Campground — Site 65 (coordinates : 39.6152051,-121.4810537) near b on Sep 5, 2026. Keep kids and dogs out of discolored or scummy water. Source: California Water Boards bloom reports.

Photo: Frank Schulenburg · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Rentals, stays & trips for Lake OrovillePartner links · same price for you
Rent a boat on Lake OrovillePontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Lake OrovilleLake 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 OrovilleBoatsetter · partner link→
Guides for Lake OrovilleBoat rentals →Camping →Water level →
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Quick facts

Type
Lake
State
California
Elevation
1,184 ft
Boat ramps
None listed
Campgrounds
None listed
Fish species
None recorded

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 Oroville

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 Oroville

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

North Table Mountain Trailhead

· 4.9 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 stationFuel dock
    4.6 mi
  • Valero
    7.8 mi
  • 7-Eleven
    7.8 mi
  • Alliance Food & Gas
    7.8 mi

Bait and tackle

  • Feather River Fish HatcheryBait
    7.9 mi
  • Durham Guns Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00; Su off
    18.9 mi
  • REI
    20.8 mi
  • Sportsman's Warehouse 762 East Avenue, Chico · Mo-Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 10:00-18:00
    23.8 miCall

Groceries and ice

  • Maidu Mart
    7.4 mi
  • 7-Eleven
    7.8 mi
  • Raley'sIce
    8.3 mi
  • Tower Market
    8.3 mi

RV dump and fresh water

  • Larkin Road Boat LaunchFresh water
    13.3 mi

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Emergency RoomEmergency
    8.1 mi
  • Oroville HospitalEmergency 2767 Olive Highway, Oroville · 24/7
    8.1 miCall
  • Adventist Health Feather RiverEmergency 5974 Pentz Road, Paradise · 24/7
    12.6 miCall
  • Adventist Health 5125 Skyway, Paradise
    14.3 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

Saturday67°FSunnyWind 2 to 7 mph S
Sunday68°FSunnyWind 2 to 6 mph SSW

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 Oroville in pictures

Lake Oroville.jpg
Quinn Comendant · CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Lake oroville distance.jpg
Tony Rocha · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons
Lake oroville in butte county.JPG
Podruznik at English Wikipedia · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

Good to know

Lake Oroville FAQ

Can you rent a boat on Lake Oroville?

Yes. Boat rentals for Lake Oroville 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 is the water level of Lake Oroville today?

On 2026-10-19, Lake Oroville was at 740.37 feet, 44% of capacity. That's down 3.08 feet from a week earlier. Source: California Data Exchange Center, updated daily.

Is there gas near Lake Oroville?

The closest listed fuel is Gas station, about 4.6 miles from the water. There is also a fuel dock on the water.

Where can I buy bait near Lake Oroville?

Bait and tackle nearby: Feather River Fish Hatchery (7.9 mi), Durham Guns (18.9 mi), REI (20.8 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.

Keep exploring

Nearby water

South Fork American63 miFolsom Lake63 mi · 40% fullLake Berryessa79 mi · 83% fullClear Lake81 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.