Lake Oroville Boating in a Nutshell
Lake Oroville's broad surface and winding inlets provide an exciting playground for pleasure boaters, sailors, water-skiers, and houseboaters. Bass anglers spread across the lake in search of the perfect spot to land that trophy fish. Warm summer temperatures make the lake a popular vacation destination.
- Houseboats: Houseboats are a popular way to spend a few days or even a week or two at Lake Oroville. With the houseboat as your base, you can enjoy fishing, swimming, water-skiing or just relaxing in the sun.
- Water Skiing, Wake Boarding, Tubing: Lake Oroville is a great place for all kinds of water sports.
- Patio Boats, Personal Watercraft, Pleasure Cruisers
- Kayaking, Canoeing, Paddleboarding, Sailing
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Entrance Fee: $10
Boat Launch Fee: $10
Fees may be higher on summer weekends and holidays.
Lime Saddle Marina
Lime Saddle Recreation Area, Lake Oroville, CA
12 Miles north of Oroville, Off Highway 70, take Pentz Road
(530) 877-2883 Website: Lime Saddle Marina
Marina:
- Launch Ramp
- Dock: Overnight Moorage, Slips
- Facilities: Fuel dock, Store, Vault Toilets, Pump out Station, Boat Shop
| Boat | Length | Seats |
|---|---|---|
| There is a two-hour minimum on all boat rentals. Fuel is extra. | ||
| Tahoe Ski Boat | 19' | 8 |
| Super Air Nautique 230 | 23' | 10 |
| Patio Boat | 24' | 10 |
| Patio Pontoon with Bathroom, Sun Deck | 44' | 12 |
| Houseboats | 56'-70' | 11-12 |
Bidwell Canyon Marina
South Shore of Lake Oroville
(530) 589-9175 Website: Bidwell Canyon Marina
Marina:
- Launch Ramp
- Dock: Overnight Moorage, Slips, Boat Storage
- Facilities: Bar and Grill, Store, Fuel Dock, Propane, Boat Maintenance Supplies
- Boat Rentals: Same as Lime Saddle Marina (shown above)
Boating Information
Overnight Boating
Overnight boating is permitted for boats with self-contained sanitary facilities; all waste and water outlets must be sealed. Sanitation stations available around the lake.
Boat Mooring
Mooring is permitted except where posted. No-mooring areas include both marinas and the area south of a line between Potter point and the Highway 162 Bridge. Overnight camping on shore is only allowed at designated campgrounds.
Water Skiing
Water skiing is not permitted in narrow upper reaches of Lake Oroville's tributaries.
Boating Hazards
Floating logs and other debris can present a hazard, especially during the winter in spring. Changing water levels can create new hazards, especially during summer and fall draw downs.
Sailing Clubs
Lake Oroville Yacht Club
The Lake Oroville Yacht Club (LOYC) is an organization of Northern California sailors dedicated to promoting the joy of sailing.
Website: Lake Oroville Yacht Club
Chico Yacht Club
The Chico Yacht Club frequents Lake Oroville, Almanor and Whiskeytown. They welcome new members with all kinds of boats.
Website: Chico Yacht Club
Butte Sailing Club
PO Box 787, Palermo, CA 95968
