Lake Perris

CA

Inland Empire state recreation area with beaches and Alessandro Island.

33.860°N 117.180°W1,580 ft
BoatingCampingFishingPaddlingRVSwimming
Storage93%of capacity · California Data Exchange Center
Lake level1,585.7ftCalifornia Data Exchange Center · down · history
Today83°FMostly Sunny · low 58°F
Wind10 to 15 mphS · NWS
Rentals, stays & trips for Lake PerrisPartner links · same price for you
Rent a boat on Lake PerrisPontoons, ski and fishing boats from local ownersBoatsetter Stay near Lake PerrisLake 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 PerrisBoatsetter · partner link→
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Quick facts

Type
Lake
State
California
Elevation
1,580 ft
Boat ramps
1
Campgrounds
7
Fish species
None recorded

Get on the water

Ramps & rentals

Boat ramp

· 0.5 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Marina

· 0.4 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors
Boat rentals

Rent a boat for Lake Perris

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

Hiker Biker Campsites

fee: yes
yes · 0.9 mi from the water
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Lake Perris Campground

· 1.0 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Horse Camp

· 1.3 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Unit 4

· 1.5 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Unit 3

· 1.5 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Unit 5

· 1.5 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors

Unit 6

· 1.5 mi from the water
© OpenStreetMap contributors
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 Perris

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

Cold Creek Trailhead

· 4.8 mi from the water
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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

  • ShellDiesel
    2.8 mi
  • Mobil
    2.8 mi
  • ArcoDiesel
    2.9 mi
  • Valero
    3.6 mi

Bait and tackle

  • Sportsman's Warehouse
    5.4 mi
  • Soboba Flight Park Mo-Su 08:00-19:00
    12.8 mi
  • Wild Birds Unlimited 10450 Magnolia Avenue · Mo-Sa 09:30-17:30; Su 10:00-16:00
    16.6 miCall
  • Turner's Outdoorsman 2246 Griffin Way
    19.5 mi

Groceries and ice

  • Stater Bros.Ice 25900 Iris Avenue, Moreno Valley · Mo-Su 06:00-23:00
    2.8 miCall
  • ampm
    2.9 mi
  • Shell
    3.3 mi
  • AldiIce 24856 Iris Avenue, Moreno Valley
    3.4 mi

RV dump and fresh water

  • RV dump stationDump station
    0.9 mi

Ranger stations

  • Mill Creek Visitor Center 34701 Mill Creek Road, Mentone
    17.0 miCall

Hospitals and urgent care

  • Kaiser Permanente Moreno Valley Medical CenterEmergency 27300 Iris Avenue, Moreno Valley
    2.6 miCall
  • Kaiser Permanente Moreno Valley Community HospitalEmergency 27300 Iris Avenue, Moreno Valley · 24/7
    2.6 miCall
  • Riverside University Health System - Medical CenterEmergency 26520 Cactus Avenue, Moreno Valley · 24/7
    3.7 miCall
  • Kindred Hospital Riverside 2224 Medical Center Drive, Perris
    4.1 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

Saturday76°FSunnyWind 0 to 5 mph N
Sunday77°FSunnyWind 0 to 5 mph N

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

Good to know

Lake Perris FAQ

Can you rent a boat on Lake Perris?

Yes. Boat rentals for Lake Perris 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 Boat ramp, Marina.

Where can I launch a boat on Lake Perris?

Boat ramps and marinas listed for this water: Boat ramp, Marina. Fees and hours change by season, so check with the managing agency before you tow.

Where can I camp near Lake Perris?

Campgrounds near the water include Hiker Biker Campsites, Lake Perris Campground, Horse Camp, Unit 4, Unit 3. When public sites are full, private sites nearby are listed on Hipcamp.

What is the water level of Lake Perris today?

On 2026-10-19, Lake Perris was at 1,585.71 feet, 93% of capacity. That's down 1.63 feet from a week earlier. Source: California Data Exchange Center, updated daily.

Is there gas near Lake Perris?

The closest listed fuel is Shell, about 2.8 miles from the water.

Where can I buy bait near Lake Perris?

Bait and tackle nearby: Sportsman's Warehouse (5.4 mi), Soboba Flight Park (12.8 mi), Wild Birds Unlimited (16.6 mi). Hours change, so call ahead.

Keep exploring

Nearby water

Diamond Valley Lake15 miLake Elsinore17 miBig Bear Lake31 miCastaic Lake93 mi · 90% full

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.