Lake Perris SRA

State Recreation Area

Website Updated January 15th 2008

Attention Campers!! It's Time to Pick Your Favorite Campsite at Lake Perris!! We are now Site Specific!

Boaters, picnickers, campers and fishermen flock to enjoy the sparkling waters of Lake Perris today, but can hardly imagine the changes that have occured here.

Two hundred years ago, when the first overland immigrants from Mexico passed through this area under the leadership of Captain Juan Bautista de Anza, they saw a fertile valley, well watered by springs and even a small river that ran into San Jacinto Lake. Now, the river has been diverted and several of the springs have dissapeared.

Lake Perris was built in the early 1970's as the last reservoir in the California Water Project to provide drinking water to Southern California residents. Nestled between Moreno Valley and Perris, Lake Perris SRA provides a place to escape the heat in the summer and to escape the bustle of city life all year round. There are many recreational activities to enjoy at Lake Perris SRA such as: Hiking, biking, water skiing, boating, jet skiing, fishing, swimming, horse back riding, camping and picknicking. We also have the Regional Indian Museum that is open on weekends and Wednesdays. Take this opportunity to leave behind the stress of the city, leave the T.V.'s and video games behind and reconnect with your family.

Weather

Lake Perris has hot, dry summers and cool, moist winters. Rainy weather is limited almost completely to the months between November and April. The area lies at a crossroads of weather influences. Coastal fog (and smog) comes from the west, while �Santa Anas��strong, hot dry winds�come from the deserts to the east and northeast.

Burrowing Owl

GeoCaching at Lake Perris! New Caches will be added in the future.

Lake Perris Stables! Horses are available for rent 6 days a week from sunrise to sunset for $25.00 per hour. Hayrides are also available. (Closed on Mondays)

Lake Perris is seeking volunteers to work as Camp Hosts or as Museum Docents. Contact the Park office at (951) 940-5600 or E-mail us at LPSRA@parks.ca.gov

Water temperature: 66 degrees (4/22/08)
Lake Elevation: 1560 (80% full)

The recreation area is located 11 miles south of Riverside via Highway 60 or I 215.

17801 Lake Perris Drive
Perris, California 92571
Latitude/Longitude: 33.8375 /-117.1400
Elevation: 1560 feet

RELATED LINKS
Read about The Land and Natural Resources of Lake Perris

The Regional Indian Museum offers a look into the lives of the native peoples who lived in the area before the Spanish habitation.

Visit our Calendar of Events for information on events at Lake Perris, such as children's fishing derbies and lifeguard tryouts.

Read the Park Activities to see what recreation that Lake Perris offers daily.

Do you have concerns about what you heard about the water level or quality of water at Lake Perris? Visit Lake Concerns

Lost? Do you need directions to the park or to see where things are located in the park? Then visit Directions and Park Maps

Fees and Passes: For information on entry fees and yearly passes to Lake Perris

Park Rules

Camping and Horse Camp, Group Camp and Group Picnic

Boating, Watercraft, and Skiing

Fishing Information

Hunting at Lake Perris. This includes the dates of our season as well as bag limits when they apply.

Accessibility: How is Lake Perris trying to meet ADA requirements?

Off Road Vehicles: Since you can't use them at Lake Perris, where can you ride them?

Frequently Asked Questions

Internet Service
Wireless Internet Access

At Lake Perris the only area so far with a clear signal is in the Lake Perris Sector Office Parking Lot. We are sorry but at this time service does not extend into the campground or down by the beach areas.

LAKE PERRIS DOES NOT RENT BICYCLES, CANOES, KAYAK, FISHING EQUIPMENT, SKI BOATS OR PERSONAL WATERCRAFT.

Lake Perris can not accept credit, debit or ATM cards. We accept cash, check, cashier's check and money order.

Webmaster: LPSRA@parks.ca.gov

We have done our best to provide as much information as possible on our Lake Perris Website. If you have searched through the RELATED LINKS above and still have questions then please feel free to call the general information line at 951-950-5600 or e-mail us at LPSRA@parks.ca.gov to reach Lake Perris directly.


Lake Concerns The Land Park Fees and Pass Information Park Rules Park Activities (Boating, Fishing, Picknicking, Horse Riding etc) Camping, Horse Camp, Group Camp and Group Picnic Directions and Park Maps Calendar of Events Frequently Asked Questions Accessibility Brochures Panorama Video Photos State Parks Store Day Hiker's Trails Current Weather Map of Location Accessible Features Cities near the park: California Coastline Photos:	Lake Perris SRA State Recreation Area Website Updated January 15th 2008 Attention Campers!! It's Time to Pick Your Favorite Campsite at Lake Perris!! We are now Site Specific! Boaters, picnickers, campers and fishermen flock to enjoy the sparkling waters of Lake Perris today, but can hardly imagine the changes that have occured here. Two hundred years ago, when the first overland immigrants from Mexico passed through this area under the leadership of Captain Juan Bautista de Anza, they saw a fertile valley, well watered by springs and even a small river that ran into San Jacinto Lake. Now, the river has been diverted and several of the springs have dissapeared. Lake Perris was built in the early 1970's as the last reservoir in the California Water Project to provide drinking water to Southern California residents. Nestled between Moreno Valley and Perris, Lake Perris SRA provides a place to escape the heat in the summer and to escape the bustle of city life all year round. There are many recreational activities to enjoy at Lake Perris SRA such as: Hiking, biking, water skiing, boating, jet skiing, fishing, swimming, horse back riding, camping and picknicking. We also have the Regional Indian Museum that is open on weekends and Wednesdays. Take this opportunity to leave behind the stress of the city, leave the T.V.'s and video games behind and reconnect with your family. Weather Lake Perris has hot, dry summers and cool, moist winters. Rainy weather is limited almost completely to the months between November and April. The area lies at a crossroads of weather influences. Coastal fog (and smog) comes from the west, while �Santa Anas��strong, hot dry winds�come from the deserts to the east and northeast. GeoCaching at Lake Perris! New Caches will be added in the future. Lake Perris Stables! Horses are available for rent 6 days a week from sunrise to sunset for $25.00 per hour. Hayrides are also available. (Closed on Mondays) Lake Perris is seeking volunteers to work as Camp Hosts or as Museum Docents. Contact the Park office at (951) 940-5600 or E-mail us at LPSRA@parks.ca.gov Water temperature: 66 degrees (4/22/08) Lake Elevation: 1560 (80% full) The recreation area is located 11 miles south of Riverside via Highway 60 or I 215. 17801 Lake Perris Drive Perris, California 92571 Latitude/Longitude: 33.8375 /-117.1400 Elevation: 1560 feet RELATED LINKS Read about The Land and Natural Resources of Lake Perris The Regional Indian Museum offers a look into the lives of the native peoples who lived in the area before the Spanish habitation. Visit our Calendar of Events for information on events at Lake Perris, such as children's fishing derbies and lifeguard tryouts. Read the Park Activities to see what recreation that Lake Perris offers daily. Do you have concerns about what you heard about the water level or quality of water at Lake Perris? Visit Lake Concerns Lost? Do you need directions to the park or to see where things are located in the park? Then visit Directions and Park Maps Fees and Passes: For information on entry fees and yearly passes to Lake Perris Park Rules Camping and Horse Camp, Group Camp and Group Picnic Boating, Watercraft, and Skiing Fishing Information Hunting at Lake Perris. This includes the dates of our season as well as bag limits when they apply. Accessibility: How is Lake Perris trying to meet ADA requirements? Off Road Vehicles: Since you can't use them at Lake Perris, where can you ride them? Frequently Asked Questions Internet Service Wireless Internet Access At Lake Perris the only area so far with a clear signal is in the Lake Perris Sector Office Parking Lot. We are sorry but at this time service does not extend into the campground or down by the beach areas. LAKE PERRIS DOES NOT RENT BICYCLES, CANOES, KAYAK, FISHING EQUIPMENT, SKI BOATS OR PERSONAL WATERCRAFT. Lake Perris can not accept credit, debit or ATM cards. We accept cash, check, cashier's check and money order. Webmaster: LPSRA@parks.ca.gov We have done our best to provide as much information as possible on our Lake Perris Website. If you have searched through the RELATED LINKS above and still have questions then please feel free to call the general information line at 951-950-5600 or e-mail us at LPSRA@parks.ca.gov to reach Lake Perris directly.	Park Features Icon Legend Hours Winter Hours 6:00 am - 8:00 pm 7 Days a Week County Riverside Region Inland Empire Park Hours Summer Hours March 10th through October 31, 2008 6:00 am - 10:00 pm Watercraft off of the water by sunset. Open 7 days a week, year round. Fees are still collected at the self-pay device even if no one is at the gate. Have exact change. Campground Office Hours: (Pay fees, rent group sites, buy passes, camping check-in) Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Weekends: 8:00 a.m to varies Check-in begins 2:00 p.m. Check-out: no later than 12:00 noon. Because of the check-out time we can not check you into a campsite earlier than 2:00 pm. Contact For General Information (prices, directions etc. Can not take money.) Office Phone: 951-940-5600 Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday and all state and federal holidays. For Family Camp and Watercraft use Availability and Reservations (Not Picnic!) Reservations: 1-800-444-7275 (TDD: 1-800-274-7275) www.reserveamerica.com Reservations require 48 hours notice. Questions on the Reservation Process For Group Camp, Group Picnic There are NO reservations for picnicking. Picnicking is first come first serve. Museum: Open Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m until 4:00 p.m. Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Fishing Boat and Pontoon Boat Rentals Marina Phone: 951-657-2179 E-mail If the links in the left column under 'Related Links' have not answered your questions feel free to E-mail us at: LPSRA@parks.ca.gov Please be specific in the Subject Box.