Castaic Lake State Recreation Area
Castaic, CA
Day-use parking fee
By Simir Shah
★★★★★4.5(2,734 Google reviews)
What parents say
AI summary of 5 Google reviews — not a first-hand visit. How we write these
Reviewers describe a big lake with clean sand and space to find a quiet spot. The catch is closures: one reports areas, the launch ramp and campgrounds shut on set weekdays, so check before setting out. Little shade and few picnic tables. Parking gets hard if you arrive late.
An upper lake for boating and a lower lagoon for swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding, plus a free junior-lifeguard program.
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Castaic Lake Dr, Castaic, CA 91310, USA
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What visitors say
- Tisa A S★★★★★
My husband's fav place for day out. Lol. This lake is Very quite and peaceful. I have been there for Countless times. So been experienced all season including fall. There are few maple tree so perfect for photography too.
8 months ago
- Lily Lebedev★★★★★
Lovely spot to visit locally when you need a day to be around a body of water.. it’s quite popular but the beach and park are large enough to find a private area without crowding. Clean sand, clear water- just be wary of the little surprises the ducks leave behind
a year ago
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