Oak Shores Day Use Area (Lake Berryessa)
About this place
Picnic sites with tables, shade shelters and BBQ grills. Personal charcoal grills are prohibited anywhere at Lake Berryessa; charcoal is allowed only in the grills provided. No charcoal/wood fires during Red Flag Warnings.
Good to know
SwimmingLifeguard Swimming allowed at your own risk; no lifeguards present
FishingVaries Fishing available; see Fishing brochure for details
AlcoholVaries Alcohol consumption warned against due to water safety risks; CDC notes up to 70% of water recreation deaths are alcohol-related
Fees
- $25 per shelter per daygroups up to 50
What's here
Provided grills
Picnic tables
Pavilion
Restrooms
Parking
Hiking
Biking
Boat launch
Location
Oak Shores Day Use Area (Lake Berryessa)
RegionCalifornia (Northern)
Coordinates38.5940° N, 122.2320° W
Get directions ↗ Approximate location — open directions for the live mapCommon questions
Can you grill at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Lake Berryessa)?
Yes — charcoal grilling is allowed at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Lake Berryessa); propane is not confirmed. Grills are already provided on site. None; free day use during operating hours. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None; free day use during operating hours.
Is there a fee at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Lake Berryessa)?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $25 per shelter per day · groups up to 50. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Lake Berryessa)?
Swimming allowed at your own risk; no lifeguards present.



