San Pablo Reservoir

Category: Hiking area in El Sobrante, California

Address: 7301 San Pablo Dam Rd, El Sobrante, CA 94803, USA

Phone: +15102231661

Reviews

Dianna Price

Jun 30, 2022

Right in my own "backyard" of recreational parks to go to!! Very nice and a great place for families to enjoy.

Junior Brown

Nov 12, 2021

Amazing place for fishing, or just having a nice relaxing time, especially if you are boating and enjoy being on the water. We've been here about 3 times now and really love it, whether you rent a boat, have your own, or just want to enjoy the view have fun and fish along the shoreline it is an amazing place. Simply beautiful and peaceful

Raya B

Aug 22, 2021

Beautiful place to have a picnic or renting a pontoon boat for $180 for 2 hours. You will need to pay for your parking as well. One can see lots of wild life around the reservoir like pelicans, lots of other birds, deers by the water. It's really a wonderful place to spend ypur couple of hours here. Highly recommended!

Kirt Ewing

Jul 19, 2021

My pastor & I visited on a mid-Monday morning 🌄 no attendant @ the parking entrance (only on weekends). It was lovely with the water 'glistening.' We were able to make a "reservation" easily for a future Saturday, just $90 for the picnic grounds. The staff was pleasant & helpful, simple process. Beautiful place for hanging out, fishing, etc. $7 to park your car. Bring your family & friends!

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Questions & Answers

is this open to fish 2020

George Williams3 | Aug 24, 2020
Anitha Pissay | Aug 24, 2021

Its closed till feb 2021

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how is the fishing right now going to be on a kayak

Luis Gastelum | Aug 25, 2019
Cristian Iraheta | Aug 25, 2019

It's not bad just bring fishing bait with you

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Can you jet ski there

Jose Vivanco | Aug 24, 2020
Samuel Stewart | Aug 24, 2020

I don't know. I haven't seen anyone there jet skiing. Just boating. You should call them and ask them.

Can you jet ski

Jose Vivanco | Aug 24, 2020
Lizz McPartland | Aug 24, 2020

No.

Is boating open?

Jamyang Tenzin | Aug 24, 2020
Javier Anaya | Aug 24, 2020

Boat rentals are closed until further notice. The launch ramp is open and can be used if you have your own boat or kayak. This info is on their website.

Can you jetski on this lake?

Jaba style | Aug 24, 2020
Medical Ops | Aug 24, 2020

nope

How the fishing on 2/2/2019?

Rafael Pelejo | Aug 25, 2019
Dimitri S | Aug 25, 2019

Awful

Can you drink beer in this park😊

German Nunez | Aug 25, 2018
Ugoeze Ofoegbu (Ugo) | Aug 25, 2018

Yes

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How is the fishing for cat fish

Frank415510 Sf | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

We are going to plant 5,000 lbs of Catfish the last week in May and Red Hook Adventures is putting on a Catfish Derby here the 2nd of June.

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Is stand up paddle board now ( July 2022) allowed on San Pablo reservoir

David Walton | Aug 3, 2022
hils A. | Aug 3, 2022

Not that I particularly know of. But I did see a sign that expressly said "No Paddle Boarding"!. Hope this helps.

Why are there no fish in Lake San Pablo Reservoir?

Walfred Ferrer | Mar 27, 2022
David Cardoza | Mar 27, 2022

there is a lot of fish

When is the park open for picnic ?

Gulden | Aug 24, 2021
Erika M. | Aug 24, 2021

I don't think ir us open for picnics right now due to the pandemic. I did see people fishing, hiking and boating there a few weeks ago though.

Do they have 1 day fishing license?

ASSASSIN8062 fortnite Channel | Aug 24, 2021
Mark Romero | Aug 24, 2021

yes they do, and u also need a fishing permit for the day .

Do you have to go through boat inspection at San Pablo dam reservoir

Dave Hampton | Aug 24, 2021
Richard Oxford | Aug 24, 2021

Yes you do. Make sure she is drained and dry. It doesn't take long for them to inspect.

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Is ok to swim now?

Leonel Polanco | Aug 24, 2021
Paul Spalek | Aug 24, 2021

Nope, not even slightly. Like Aaron said, it's drinking water.

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The picnic are is open now?

kyle francis | Aug 24, 2020
Aaron Machado | Aug 24, 2020

Not yet.

San Pablo Dam is open for paddle kayaks?

Reinaldo Barrera | Aug 24, 2020
Samuel Stewart | Aug 24, 2020

their rentals are closed but you can bring your own paddle kayaks and go kayaking.

What time they close

Erick Vasques | Aug 24, 2020
Nicole Reichenberg | Aug 24, 2020

I believe they close at 8pm.

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What's in the water? the trout I caught today 7/18/20 had sores all over there bodies!!! What's going on!?

chad mandery | Aug 24, 2020
Rene Lontoc | Aug 24, 2020

https://cdfgnews.wordpress.com/2020/06/30/bacterial-outbreak-at-cdfw-hatcheries-temporarily-halts-fish-stocking-in-southern-california/

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Is SUP(stand up paddle) boarding allowed?

Louis Abano | Aug 24, 2020
Louis Calderon | Aug 24, 2020

you can bring your own boat's there but I'm not sure about sup though

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Is park open ?

Tenzin Lama | Aug 24, 2020
C Y B | Aug 24, 2020

The hiking trails are open for recreational use. However, the facilities are closed i.e. boat launch, picnic areas, recreational park, fishing and restrooms.

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Is it still closed

Tenzin Lama | Aug 24, 2020
Dane Evans | Aug 24, 2020

I believe limited access, such as Kennedy Meadows and hiking.

Is the reservoir closed next weekend for fishing

Aidan Maddox | Aug 24, 2020
clem sequeira | Aug 24, 2020

Update: San Pablo Reservoir Recreation Area will be closed from November 11, 2019 to February 5, 2020 for the protection of migratory birds

Hello is the lake open year round ?

warren leonard | Aug 24, 2020
Margit Ernstsen | Aug 24, 2020

Yes it is open to the public year round

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Are drones allowed?

Jonathan | Aug 24, 2020
Marylou Ramirez | Aug 24, 2020

I really don't know only been there once.

Is there an age restriction on kayaking?

Deborah Bayer | Aug 25, 2019
Joann Rosemon | Aug 25, 2019

Deborah I'm not sure on the age restriction on kayaking I know on any boating activity on the water all ages are supposed to use life vests. You'll need to contact San Pablo Dam Reservoir Marina office to find out what the restrictions are. Love the fishing there! Have a great time.

Is this a place were people can sit at

Never Fazəd | Aug 25, 2019
Darius Ingram | Aug 25, 2019

Yes. There are benches, a playground and a cafeteria.

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Hello, Do we need reservation for picnic table with roof? For Birhday

Надежда Ильина | Aug 25, 2019
Reese Hunter | Aug 25, 2019

Typically yes, but I've seen people use them without a permit, so it's use at your own risk as someone else might have gotten a permit and you will be asked to move.

Parking is free?

Надежда Ильина | Aug 25, 2019
Sandra Herrera | Aug 25, 2019

No,it 5 or 7 dlls

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Do we need to make a reservation or just walk in

Larry Matienzo | Aug 25, 2019
Marquill Walker | Aug 25, 2019

Walgreens

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Are dogs allowed

Erica Quiles | Aug 25, 2019
Yavanna Anderson-Chiancone | Aug 25, 2019

Only on a leash and cant go in the water

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Are you able to fish year round?

Terrance Peoples | Aug 25, 2019
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2019

Closes 11/11/18 reopens 2/1/19

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What time are they open tomorrow monday labor day?

Roger Gutierrez | Aug 25, 2019
Arturo Calderon | Aug 25, 2019

6 am

What time does it close

Oscar Garcia | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

July 8:00 pm August 7:30 pm

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What is the speedlimit for wakeboard and ski boats?

Jerry O'Fitzhugh | Aug 25, 2018
Kenneth M Bailey | Aug 25, 2018

No body contact on water at all 25 mile speed limit

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Is overnight camping allowed?

Serena Ann Horace | Aug 25, 2018
Kenneth M Bailey | Aug 25, 2018

Nope

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I have a 16' inflatable boat with electric motor can i launching here ?

Jimmy Nguyen La | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

In order to launch an inflatable here it must have 3 air chambers and be at least 7ft 10 inches long. To be legal once you put a motor on the inflatable it must be registered with the DMV.

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Is biking allowed on the trails?

Edgar S Robancho | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

Biking is only allowed on the paved roads not on the trails

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Can we used live base?

Ray Leung | Aug 25, 2018
Kenneth M Bailey | Aug 25, 2018

You mean live bait. Call them and ask

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Can you swim in this lake

Carmen Reyes | Aug 25, 2018
Mirosław SALAMOŃCZYK | Aug 25, 2018

It's forbidden because this is drinking water.

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Do you need a fishing permit other than your state fishing license?

Chensi Xu | Aug 25, 2018
Don Bradley | Aug 25, 2018

Yes you need both if the gate is open you must go to the marina store and purchase one otherwise you can get one there you also need a parking permit

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Are dogs allowed?

Kenneth MacDonald | Aug 25, 2018
Kevin Funes | Aug 25, 2018

Dogs are allowed but you have to pay a dog fee at The gate.

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A what does it opens

Alberto Salinas | Aug 25, 2018
Don Bradley | Aug 25, 2018

It opens at 630 Until next month

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We would like to know where to park for the 2/25/18 regatta?

Alicia Frost | Aug 25, 2018
Future money Kev | Aug 25, 2018

Parking is on-site bit there is a 10$ park fee.

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What time does it open

Fernando Madrigal | Aug 25, 2018
Jon M | Aug 25, 2018

Fishing reopens Friday February 2nd 2018. February hours are 630am - 500pm PST.

Are there any camping facilities nearby

Ron Allison | Aug 25, 2018
Rich Garcia | Aug 25, 2018

No, hotel though, the reservoir feels remote, but in a very densely populated area, beautiful place, and spme good looking trout

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I have people saying it opens again in January, February, and March. Which one is it?

ItsSalo | Aug 25, 2018
Rich Garcia | Aug 25, 2018

Call the boat rental, there's a message that has the info, i went last month thinking it was open too

When will the Reservoir open for fishing again?

ItsSalo | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

San Pablo Reservoir will open for the season Friday February 2nd 2018

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Is the park open tomorrow 1/6/18 ? Is the fishing saltwater, freshwater, or brackish? Are there near by fishing spot?

Bill Boud | Aug 25, 2018
Rich Garcia | Aug 25, 2018

No...it is closed for season, its a freshwater lake. Hit the bay nearby, Richmond or check fishing report

When is the lake closing

Ashley Naj | Aug 25, 2018
Jon M | Aug 25, 2018

The San Pablo Reservoir is closed November 13th - January

how much to rent a boat and to fish

Latoya Payton | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

7.00 vehicle entry 5.00 daily fishing access you must also have a California fishing license you can buy a daily license for 15.12 or an annual which is good for the rest of the year for 47.01. San Pablo Reservoir closes for the season November 12th.

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What the limit for bass?

PATRICIA Mickolich | Aug 25, 2018
Marcella Shoemaker | Aug 25, 2018

The limit for all bass is 5 must be 12 inches in length

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