Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area
About this place
15501 E. Arrow Hwy, Baldwin Park/Irwindale. 836-acre area with 70-acre lake; picnic tables and barbecue facilities throughout. Seasonal fire restrictions apply.
Good to know
Hours
- 6:00 AM–6:00 PMNov 1–Feb 28 · Wednesday - Sunday
- 6:00 AM–8:00 PMMar 1–Oct 31 · Wednesday - Sunday
Fees
- $90 per vehicle annualSenior/Disabled transferable permit
- $160 per vehicle annualtransferable permit
- $2 per person per sessionChildren's Water Play Area
- $50 per senior non-motorized boat annualother
- $60 per activity vehicle annualother
- $80 per senior motorized boat annualother
- $105 per non-motorized boat annualother
- $150 per motorized boat annualother
What's here
Location
Common questions
Can you grill at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?
Yes — charcoal grilling is allowed at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area; propane is not confirmed. Grills are already provided on site. None for provided grills; group picnic areas reservable via Central Reservations. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.
Do you need a permit or reservation?
None for provided grills; group picnic areas reservable via Central Reservations.
Is there a fee at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?
Yes — fees apply. For example, $90 per vehicle annual · Senior/Disabled transferable permit. See the official page for the full schedule.
Can you swim at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?
allowed.
What are the hours at Santa Fe Dam Recreation Area?
6:00 AM–6:00 PM · Nov 1–Feb 28 · Wednesday - Sunday; 6:00 AM–8:00 PM · Mar 1–Oct 31 · Wednesday - Sunday.