Van-tested notes
Underrated gem. Reservoir views, warm water swimming in summer. Much less crowded than the coast.
Know before you go
- Can be windy
- Summer weekends get busy with boaters
The facts
Cost
$30/night
Legal status
legal
Distance from LA
55 mi · ~1.1 hr drive
Elevation
1,100 ft
Season
year round
Van access
easy
Safety score
9/10
Last verified
2026-01
Cell signal
Verizonok
AT&Tweak
T-Mobileweak
Amenities
lake viewsrestroomsswimmingboat launchWhere it is
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