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Campground

Lake Piru Recreation Area

Piru, California

4.3(705+)

About

Lake Piru Recreation Area is a picturesque reservoir nestled in the Los Padres National Forest, offering a scenic escape less than an hour's drive from Los Angeles. Created in 1955 and owned by United Water Conservation District, the lake features 238 campsites accommodating RVs, campers, trailers, and tents with available hookups. The recreation area provides year-round overnight camping along with comprehensive amenities including restrooms, showers, and laundry facilities. Beyond camping, visitors can enjoy diverse activities such as fishing, boating, water skiing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and boat rentals. Shore-based recreation includes picnicking, a playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball nets, and a 9-hole disc golf course, making it an ideal destination for both water enthusiasts and families seeking outdoor relaxation.

Amenities

Free Wi-FiFree parkingPoolPet-friendlyKid-friendlyRestaurantSmoke-free

Available Site Types

  • RV Sites
  • Tent Sites

Local Attractions

  • Los Padres National Forest
  • Fishing
  • Boating
  • Water skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Paddle boarding
  • Disc golf
  • Horseshoe pits
  • Volleyball

Location

4780 Piru Canyon Rd
Piru, CA 93040

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of sites does Lake Piru Recreation Area offer?

Lake Piru Recreation Area offers RV Sites, Tent Sites.

What is there to do near Lake Piru Recreation Area?

Nearby attractions include Los Padres National Forest, Fishing, Boating, Water skiing, Kayaking, Paddle boarding, Disc golf, Horseshoe pits, Volleyball.

What amenities does Lake Piru Recreation Area have?

Lake Piru Recreation Area offers amenities including Free Wi-Fi, Free parking, Pool, Pet-friendly, Kid-friendly, Restaurant, Smoke-free.

How is Lake Piru Recreation Area rated?

Lake Piru Recreation Area has a 4.3/5 rating based on 705 Google reviews.

How do I contact Lake Piru Recreation Area?

You can reach Lake Piru Recreation Area by phone at +1 805-521-1500. You can also contact them via their website at https://explorelakepiru.com/.

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