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Lake Oroville SRA/Bidwell Canyon

Lake Oroville State Recreation Area Bidwell Canyon is located in Oroville, California. It is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, offering a variety of activities such as camping, fishing, boating, swimming, and hiking. The lake is the second largest reservoir in California and is surrounded by the Sierra Nevada Mountains. The lake is home to a variety of fish species, including bass, catfish, and trout. The canyon is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, coyotes, and bald eagles. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the lake and canyon from the Bidwell Canyon Overlook.

Amenities

- Recreational Facilities

• Lake
• Swimming
• Fishing
• Ramp
• Boat Rental
• Boat Marina
• Body Of Water (Lake Oroville)
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Policies

• Pets Welcome
• Tent Camping Allowed

- Other Amenities & Services

• Restroom and Showers
• Restroom/Showers ($)

- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)

• Fishing
• Hiking
• Boating
• Kayaking/Canoeing

- Facility

• Type (State Park)
• Partial Handicap Access

- On-Site Rentals

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- Sites

• Spaces Available (75)
• Paved Sites (75)
• Max Length (40)
• 30 Amp
• Full Hookups (75)
• Max Amps (30)
• Back-ins (20 x 40)

User Reviews

Cassandra Latourette

September 12, 2025

What can I say? I saw this beautiful treasure as I was making my way down to my sister’s place. I don’t think I had ever really noticed it before so I pulled off the highway. I was surprised that the pay station was right there so, I thought, I’ll just ask if I can get a couple photos. The attendant immediately asked, “are you here for the day?” I said, “no I was just driving by and noticed the beautiful lake. Would you mind if I just took a couple of photos? He said, “$7”. Wow! I was in shock and I still am. It takes one interaction in a town to put a bad taste in one’s mouth and that was it.

tina aranowski

September 08, 2025

Love the Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. If you go make sure to check out the museum as well as the lookout tower where you can see all sides of the lake. It has many trails to hike.

Laura Robinson

May 06, 2025

We need more signs directing people to our fun places, other than that Oroville Recreational places ROCK!

Nath R

April 02, 2025

The museum has lots of info over the lake’s history. It’s a great place to go if you’re ever in Oroville to give you an idea of Oroville’s past.

Nicholas Tolleson

March 22, 2025

Great place to take the kids, horses or just take in the view.

Map for Lake Oroville SRA/Bidwell Canyon

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