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Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground

Lake Berryessa, California

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As of October 2026, Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground is a campground in California with 6 campsites. Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground is located at 38.5600° N, 122.2349° W.

people allowed on each site: 25

Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground reservations and next available dates

October 2026

November 2026

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Campsites at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground

Group 6
Accessible 1

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Canyon.

Things to do: fishing, boating, swimming, hiking, wildlife, photography, water sports.

All sites at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the Oak Shores Day Use Area loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Access
A1-Acorn Beach 1	Group	25	Accessible
A2-Acorn Beach 2	Group	25	-
C1-Coyote Beach 1	Group	25	-
C2-Coyote Beach 2	Group	25	-
F1-Foxtail Flat 1	Group	25	-
F2-Foxtail Flat 2	Group	25	-

About Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground

Overview

Nestled between Blue Ridge and Cedar Roughs east of Napa Valley, Lake Berryessa provides ample public recreation opportunities. Popular activities on and around the large, yet uncrowded lake include fishing, boating, water skiing, wake boarding, jet skiing, sailing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, wildlife viewing, hiking, biking and picnicking. The Dufer Point Visitor Center offers year-round interpretive events and exhibits highlighting natural and cultural resources.

Lake Berryessa is a Federal reservoir managed by the Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation, Mid-Pacific Region (Central California Area Office).

Recreation

Oak Shores and Smittle Creek Day Use areas offer free day use, beach activities, swimming, shoreline fishing and wildlife viewing. The 2.6-mile long Smittle Creek Trail connects the two areas.

Commercial Concession Areas also provide a variety of recreation opportunities for a fee at the lake. These include camping, lodging, marina services, boat rentals and retail stores. Contact the concession areas directly for information about amenities and fees. For more information on concessions, visit: https://www.usbr.gov/mp/ccao/berryessa/visitor-info.html

Facilities

Reclamation Managed Day Use Areas offer more than 200 picnic sites which are equipped with picnic tables, barbeque grills, restrooms and drinking water. There are six covered group picnic sites that can be reserved or can be used on a first-come, first-served basis.

Natural Features

Lake Berryessa is more than just a great place for water recreation. The blue oak woodlands covering the surrounding hills are home to a wide variety of plants and animals, all dependent on each other to survive. Visitors can experience the beauty of Lake Berryessa by hiking the Smittle Creek Trail. The climate is Mediterranean with warm, dry summers and cool, wet winters. For those who wish to venture outside the main recreation areas, there are many unique places to visit. Overall, the geography is quite varied and provides many opportunities for recreation.

Nearby Attractions

Nearby areas including Cedar Roughs Wilderness Area and Knoxville Recreation Area offering extensive backcountry and hiking opportunities. Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve, operated by the University of California at Davis, is a high-quality hiking experience near the Monticello Dam that provides great views of Lake Berryessa.

Rules and notices at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 28, 2026. Check Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Oak Shores Day Use Area- Park rules prohibit glass containers, fireworks, pets off leash, open fires and trailers. For additional information see 43 CFR Parts 423 and 429. They are available at the Lake Berryessa Administrative Office or online at: www.usbr.gov/cio/im/rules/Rules.htm

There are limited services, including food service and vehicle fuel, within thirty miles of most of the lake.

A reservation holder's representative must be present by 12:00 p.m. or the shelter will be given to a party requesting use.

Parking at Oak Shores during busy summer weekends is limited. Parking spaces are not guaranteed, even for groups with shade shelter reservations.

During summer, holiday weekends, we are not able to accomodate large groups and events at Oak Shores Day Use Area. Shade shelter reservations are not available during holiday weekends.

The Bureau of Reclamation is increasing fire restrictions at Lake Berryessa during Red Flag Warnings. Reclamation is prohibiting the use of charcoal or wood fires, even in established fire rings and grills, during Red Flag Warnings at Lake Berryessa. A Red Flag Warning, the highest wildfire alert, means that potentially dangerous weather conditions (hot/dry/windy) may result in extreme fire behavior within 24 hours.

While recreating at Lake Berryessa:

CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that comes in contact with water. Never dump unwanted bait, worms, fish parts or other organisms into the water. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/

STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. REMOVE plants, seeds, animals and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicle. CLEAN your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. STAY on designated roads and trails and use local firewood. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/

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Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground?

Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground is rated "Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground have?

Oak Shores Day Use Area (Ca) Campground has 6 campsites.

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