Coyote Lake Harvey Bear Ranch County Park

Category: Park in Gilroy, California

Address: 10840 Coyote Lake Rd, Gilroy, CA 95020, USA

Phone: +14088427800

Reviews

Cadulc Andariego

Jun 7, 2022

Parking fee for the day is 6 dollars. Great place for tent and rv camping with a space to empty your septic tank and most of the camping spots are shaded. Several restrooms and showers on caping area. Convenient places for day picnic with nice views. Good spots for fishing, but there is a lot of water weed. There is also one portable restroom by the dam. Not many fishes right now or maybe we were not very lucky. Currently the water level is low so no boats or any kind of floating devices are allowed.

Bronxbomber4ever

Mar 16, 2022

Beautiful and large park. Can camp here for days and never get bored with the hiking trails. Unfortunately water is too low so no kayaking allowed. I hope that changes soon.

S K

Oct 26, 2021

Fantastic time out in the nature. The camping ground is very good and comfortable with near by well maintained clean washrooms ( one of the main concerns most of us would have in outdoors) The camping ground is reserved and hence it is convenient as we could reserve a spot as per our choice. Apart from camping there are few trails to walk around. At night wild boars do come around the camping ground in search of food hence make sure we follow all the guidelines provided by the park authorities. I and my husband were lucky enough to spot few wild animals and birds. The camping ground is good for children too.

Glenn Artero

Jun 16, 2021

Beautiful place. Lots of shaded areas to choose from. There is an RV area but sadly, no shaded area there. Bathrooms and showers are open to all and are kept very clean. The staff is friendly and welcoming. We've seen a family of wild boars and lots of deer. Apparently, there is a family of bald eagles living there. Weekends book quickly so plan far in advance. The weekdays however, are very open, leaving many of the lots vacant. So if you like less crowds, booking on Sunday through Thursday will afford you more choices and more quiet.

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Questions & Answers

How is the hiking trails?

Connie Neves | Aug 22, 2018
Ho Lee | Aug 22, 2018

It's a beautiful long hiking trails with no shades so bring water.

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Is there a good or reasonable cell signal here

Nathan Madigan | Aug 22, 2018
Ana Choate | Aug 22, 2018

Yes it's good.

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Can you hunt hogs here

Koda Jackson | Aug 21, 2020
César Zavala | Aug 21, 2021

No hunting allowed within county parks, firearms are prohibited. There's lots of pigs.

Are dogs allowed

Lydia Kokolskyj-West | Aug 21, 2020
andrethesavege 270 | Aug 21, 2020

Yes

Hey guys i love to fish just that am i allowed to fish here? Im only 13

Shadowstalker 182 | Aug 22, 2019
M M | Aug 22, 2019

Yes

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Can I take my own firewood?

Jennifer Rascon | Aug 22, 2018
Abhishek Das | Aug 22, 2018

Yes you can

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Can I bring a tent and camp outside? If so, do I have to pay for that?

Matthew Dishongh | Aug 22, 2018
Tim Frasch | Aug 22, 2018

Yes, they do have campsites next to the lake that they charge for. They can fill up on weekends so you should reserve it ahead of time. They also have day use only.

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Can you have a bonfire on the campsites??

I. Lupe Garcia | Aug 22, 2018
fishon entertainment | Aug 22, 2018

Yes you can have bonfires on the count side they have metal rings for campfires at fire pits

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what kind of fish are there? and do we require a daily fishing permit aside from the state fishing license?

Chensi Xu | Aug 22, 2018
Mark Bristol | Aug 22, 2018

Bass maybe bluegill. Lake water is contaminated and signs to that effect are posted. Don't know about regulations. Many fishermen fish just left of boat ramp currently where there's an upwelling from the intake pipe water being pumped in from San Louis reservoir.

Do they have cabins?

Rolity Bautista | Aug 21, 2021
Sara Schroeder | Aug 21, 2021

No

Is it open for jet skiing yet?

Jaba style | Aug 21, 2021
Monica | Aug 21, 2021

No not at this time

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Can u dirt bike motorcycle off road

Anglebaby Roobabe | Aug 21, 2021
Tatiana A. Zhdanova | Aug 21, 2021

No, the bicycle only

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Is there network service imin the campgrounds? I know wild question!@

Chris Thomas | Aug 21, 2021
Tony Ng | Aug 21, 2021

Yes!

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Is there hook us to rv

nathan grijalva | Aug 21, 2020
Jon Beattie | Aug 21, 2020

Only if reserved.

Which entrance is closest to boat ramp?

cal yoshikawa | Aug 21, 2020
Mike Wargocki | Aug 21, 2020

Leavesley in Gilroy is easier with the boat. Then head toward the parks main entrance to get to the boat ramp.

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Is there phone service?

dayana ceja | Aug 21, 2020
Arpit Uppal | Aug 21, 2020

There is spotty service on the trails, I have Google fi.

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I can camp in this park

Arturo Calderon | Aug 21, 2020
Manuel Cardozo | Aug 21, 2020

And

How is fishing

Roy Reclusada | Aug 21, 2020
Mig Dude | Aug 21, 2020

Fishing is pretty good if you start fishing pretty early or late.

Hours? How late can you fish? All night if there's camping, right? Thanks!

C Brough | Aug 21, 2020
Allison Berroteran | Aug 21, 2020

This place closes around 6:00 pm

How much for overnite camping for seniors with discount, with or without trailer

Mia Caballero | Aug 21, 2020
Suming Chen | Aug 21, 2020

Car campsite $34, RV campsite $44. No mention of senior discounts. You can make online reservation thru gooutsideandplay.org

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Are there catfish here to fish?

Bluewizard500006 | Aug 21, 2020
Steve Hays | Aug 21, 2020

Good question. I have no idea, but I know people fish there all the time and pull fish out of the water.

Is it freshwater or saltwater????

Parker Rodriguez | Aug 21, 2020
Jorge Sanchez | Aug 21, 2020

Fresh

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Has blue green algae reach this lake?

Autumn Destefanis | Aug 22, 2019
Gina R | Aug 22, 2019

There is no swimming or wading allowed. The fish are not safe to eat either.

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Can you rent Kayaks here?

Kaitlyn Atwood | Aug 22, 2019
Neal Weinstein | Aug 22, 2019

There is no kayak or other boat rental here. You can bring your own, subject to inspection for zebra mussels.

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How much is it to camp a day

roxana martinez | Aug 22, 2019
roxana martinez | Aug 22, 2019

Thank you!! Is the $34/night for a camp with a tent?

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Are people allow to swim?

Cris Alvarado | Aug 22, 2019
denise kramer | Aug 22, 2019

No swimming

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Can you have a fire in your site and can you swim in the lake?

Rebecca Ochinero | Aug 22, 2019
gary hradek | Aug 22, 2019

Yes on fire no on swim and watch out for the pigs

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How much for camp fees?

Kimbra Holbrook | Aug 22, 2019
Rick Mejia | Aug 22, 2019

https://www.sccgov.org/sites/parks/AboutUs/Pages/CampingFees.aspx

Can i bring my watetski boat to this lake?

Max B (Liquidamia) | Aug 22, 2019
J H | Aug 22, 2019

Yes you can

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Is there poison oak in the area?

Liz O'Hara | Aug 22, 2018
Jeff La Plante | Aug 22, 2018

Yes, there is on the trails & fringes of some campsites, but it is easy to spot as this time of year it has bright red leaves.

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Is there a bait and tackle shop?

Bill Harman | Aug 22, 2018
Rick Gonzalez | Aug 22, 2018

No bait n tackle shop..

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It is possible to swim in the lake?

Alci martinez | Aug 22, 2018
Michael Roberts | Aug 22, 2018

No swimming allowed

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Do you need reservations for Saturday or Sunday?

Rick Obbema | Aug 22, 2018
Jagrut Mehta | Aug 22, 2018

Camping sites gets full months in advance except ones near restroom. For day use, no reservation required.

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Are there crawfish to be catch here?

Chensi Xu | Aug 22, 2018
fishon entertainment | Aug 22, 2018

I dont thimk you can but thay do have crawfish

Does anyone know if they let you use a paddle board or allow cakaying?

I. Lupe Garcia | Aug 22, 2018
Mark Bristol | Aug 22, 2018

All watercraft need to be inspected for zebra mussels before launching. Illegal to launch any floating device without said inspection. I've seen tubes and kayaks at anderson so likely coyote too. Best to call ahead to be sure.

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Is waterskiing allowed here?

Larry Connor | Aug 22, 2018
Mark Bristol | Aug 22, 2018

Due to the water level being below the bottom of the boat launch ramp it's currently impossible to get your boat in the lake. Maybe with the recent rains and water pumped in from San Luis on Pacheco pass the lake may open in a couple monthas.

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Is there a place to ride my dirt bike here?

Juan Achirica | Aug 22, 2018
Tom Farmer | Aug 22, 2018

Short answer: No. They only allow hiking, biking and equestrian in the park.

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Can bonfire in the camping area?

Alejandro Penafiel | Aug 22, 2018
Tarun Bhatia | Aug 22, 2018

Yes, you can.

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Can you bring a service dog

INtoXicatEdBlaCkShEEp on the LOOSE | Aug 22, 2018
Jeff Dougherty | Aug 22, 2018

Yes

Are campfires currently allowed at the coyote lake campground?

Elizabeth Feierabend | Aug 22, 2018
Beanie | Aug 22, 2018

Yes.We stayed there two weeks ago and the campfire in provided fire pit was allowed.

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What's the best route to get to hunting hollow from Hollister?

Donette Popylisen | Aug 22, 2018
Jonathan Furtado | Aug 22, 2018

California 25 to US 101 to exit San Martin Ave. East to Harvey bear Ranch

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