Lake Perris State Recreation Area
About this place
Park page states campfires are only permitted in the campground in park-provided fire rings; open ground fires are not permitted. Propane camp stoves allowed under statewide policy.
Good to know
Hours
- 6:00 AM–10:00 PMMar 10–Nov 2 · Summer Hours
- 7:00 AM–7:00 PMBernasconi Entrance
- 7:00 AM–8:00 PMNov 3–Mar 9 · Winter Hours
Fees
- $9 per vehicleSenior (ages 62+)
- $10 per vehicleRegular day use
- $19 per vehicleSummer Senior Rate (ages 62+)
- $20 per vehicleSummer Weekend and Holiday (Memorial Day Weekend - Labor Day Weekend on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
- $10 per nightHike and Bike
- $10 per vesselBoat Launch
- $25 per nightHorse Camp Sites
- $30 per eventSmall Bus
- $35 per nightStandard camping (no hook-ups)
- $45 per nightRV (full hook-ups)
- $60 per eventLarge Bus
- $300 per nightGroup Campsites
+1 more — see official page
What's here
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Lake Perris State Recreation Area?
Yes — propane grilling is allowed at Lake Perris State Recreation Area; charcoal is not confirmed. Grills are already provided on site. None for provided facilities; camping via ReserveCalifornia. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None for provided facilities; camping via ReserveCalifornia.
Is there a fee at Lake Perris State Recreation Area?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $9 per vehicle · Senior (ages 62+). See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Lake Perris State Recreation Area?
allowed.
Are dogs allowed?
Dogs not allowed on unpaved trails and on the sand (beach areas) because the water is used for municipal drinking water, and not allowed on Allesandro Island or the Bernasconi Beach area. Dog may go on your boat, but can NOT have any body contact with the water at any time.
What are the hours at Lake Perris State Recreation Area?
6:00 AM–10:00 PM · Mar 10–Nov 2 · Summer Hours; 7:00 AM–7:00 PM · Bernasconi Entrance; 7:00 AM–8:00 PM · Nov 3–Mar 9 · Winter Hours.