Reservoir Contact and Watercraft Inspection Information
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This list is provided as a courtesy by the State of California. Additional waterbodies may be conducting watercraft inspections that are not included in this list. Before traveling, boaters are encouraged to contact the managing agency to obtain current information on inspections or restrictions. Please call 888-326-2822 if you are aware of additional programs not included in this list.
For the 2025 boating season:
Always check with the waterbody to learn of any restrictions before heading out.
| Reservoir | Contact Information | Banding/Quarantine Program | Additional Information |
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| Anderson, Lake
(408) 355-2200
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(408) 355-2200 |
As of 2/24/2025, this reservoir is closed.
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As of 2/24/2025, this reservoir is closed. |
| Arrowhead, Lake
(909) 337-2595 Ext. 203
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(909) 337-2595 Ext. 203 | ||
| Berryessa, Lake
(707) 451-6090, Opt 1
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decon@scwa2.com |
Has a banding program. Implements a 30-day quarantine or decontamination. |
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| Big Bear Lake
(909) 866-5796
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(909) 866-5796 |
Has a banding program Implements a 30-day quarantine or decontamination |
Clean, Drain and Dry - Big Bear Municipal Water District |
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(530) 865-4781
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(530) 865-4781 |
As of June 6, Eagle Pass Boat Ramp is open to the public. |
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| Blue Lakes
(707) 263-2344
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(707) 263-2344 | ||
| Boca Reservoir
(530) 265-4531
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(530) 265-4531 | ||
| Britton, Lake
Local PG&E Office: (530) 335-5640
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Local PG&E Office: (530) 335-5640 |
This reservoir is owned by PG&E. There are currently no inspections occuring at this reservoir. |
This reservoir is owned by PG&E. There are currently no inspections occuring at this reservoir. |
| Bucks Lake
(530) 283-0555
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(530) 283-0555 | ||
| Cachuma Lake
(805) 686-5055
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(805) 686-5055 | 30-day quarantine for all trailered vessels |
Boating & Vessel Requirements | Santa Barbara County, CA - Official Website |
| Calero Reservoir
(408) 535-4070
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(408) 535-4070 |
Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine for moisture detection 30-day quarantine for tampered bands |
Boat registration information | Santa Clara County Parks | County of Santa Clara |
| Camanche Reservoir
(866) 763-5121
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(866) 763-5121 |
As of April 9, 2025: EBMUD will keep Camanche Reservoir closed through the 2025 season For additional information: EBMUD boat launch closures |
As of April 9, 2025: EBMUD will keep Camanche Reservoir closed through the 2025 season For additional information: EBMUD boat launch closures |
| Canyon Lake
(951) 246-3473
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(951) 246-3473 | ||
| Casitas, Lake | (805) 649-2233 Ext. 103 |
Banding program in place. Prior to entry all vessels must pass a Clean, Drain, and Dry inspection.
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Prior to entry all vessels must pass a Clean, Drain, and Dry inspection. |
| Castaic Lake
(661) 257-4050
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(661) 257-4050 | ||
| Chabot, Lake
888-327-2757, option 3, Ext. 4536
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888-327-2757, option 3, Ext. 4536 | Banding program in place. Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine will be implemented. Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board.
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Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board. |
| Clear Lake
(707) 263-2344
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(707) 263-2344 |
Lake County has their own sticker for vessels. Required inspections and decontaminations for vessels from QZ infested waterbodies |
Lake County has their own sticker for vessels. Required inspections and decontaminations for vessels from QZ infested waterbodies |
| Clementine, Lake |
Email: |
Effective April 14, 2025: Banding program in place 30-day quarantine |
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| Contra Loma Reservoir
(510) 544-3154
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(510) 544-3154 |
Banding program in place. Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine will be implemented. Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board. |
Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board. |
| Coyote Reservoir
(408) 355-2200
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(408) 355-2200 |
Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine for moisture detection 30-day quarantine for tampered bands |
Boat registration information | Santa Clara County Parks | County of Santa Clara |
| Crowley Lake
(760) 935-4043
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(760) 935-4043 | ||
| Cuyamaca, Lake
(760) 765-0515
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(760) 765-0515 |
| Reservoir | Contact Information | Banding/Quarantine Program | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Del Valle, Lake
Visitor Center: (510) 544-3146
Marina: (925) 449-5201 |
Visitor Center: (510) 544-3146Marina: (925) 449-5201 | Banding program in place.
Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine will be implemented. Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board.
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Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board. |
| Diamond Valley Lake
(951) 926-7201
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(951) 926-7201 | ||
| Diaz Lake
(760) 873-5577
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(760) 873-5577 | ||
| Don Pedro Lake
(209) 852-2396 Ext. 18
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(209) 852-2396 Ext. 18 | ||
| Donner Lake
(530) 550-2318
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(530) 550-2318 | ||
| East Park Reservoir
(530) 458-0466
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(530) 458-0466 |
Prior to launching, boaters are asked to self-certify that their vessels, trailers, and equipment has been washed, drained, flushed, and allowed to completely dry
Or, the vessel and trailer were professionally decontaminated at an approved Mussel Decontamination Station. The forms can be found at the Bureau of Reclamation office in Willows, CA and at the Stony Gorge and East Park Boat Launches. Prevention and Awareness & East Park Self-Certification Form |
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| Echo Lake
(530) 659-7207
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(530) 659-7207 | Banding program in place.
Mandatory inspection and decontamination for motorized vessels without an intact Echo seal. Most carbureted 2-stroke engines prohibited. |
Mandatory inspection and decontamination for motorized vessels without an intact Echo seal. Most carbureted 2-stroke engines prohibited. |
| El Capitan Reservoir
(619) 668-2050
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(619) 668-2050 | ||
| Fallen Leaf Lake
(530) 544-2628
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(530) 544-2628 | Banding program in place.
Mandatory inspection and decontamination for motorized vessels without an intact Fallen Leaf seal. Most carbureted 2-stroke engines prohibited. |
Mandatory inspection and decontamination for motorized vessels without an intact Fallen Leaf seal. Most carbureted 2-stroke engines prohibited. |
| Folsom Lake | Email: GFD.GoldenMussel@parks.ca.gov |
Banding program in place 30-day quarantine |
Effective May 27, 2025: Vessel inspections will be held at Granite Bay, Mon-Thurs 9 AM - 7 PM, excluding holidays. |
| Hemet, Lake
(951) 659-2680
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(951) 659-2680 | ||
| Hennessey, Lake
(707) 963-8625
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(707) 963-8625 | ||
| Henshaw, Lake
(760) 782-3501
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(760) 782-3501 | ||
| Hidden Valley Lake
(707) 987-3138
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(707) 987-3138 | ||
| Highland Springs Reservoir
(707) 263-2344
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(707) 263-2344 |
Lake County has their own sticker for vessels.
Required inspections and decontaminations for vessels from QZ infested waterbodies |
Lake County has their own sticker for vessels.
Required inspections and decontaminations for vessels from QZ infested waterbodies |
| Hodges Reservoir
(619) 668-2050
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(619) 668-2050 | ||
| Horseshoe, Lake (Quarry Lakes)
888-327-2757, option 3, Ext. 4552
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888-327-2757, option 3, Ext. 4552 | ||
| Independence Lake
(775) 322-4990
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(775) 322-4990 | ||
| Indian Valley Reservoir
(530) 662-0265
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(530) 662-0265 | ||
| Jackson Meadows Lake
(530) 273-6185
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(530) 273-6185 |
NID Boat Launches are temporarily closed for the remainder of 2025.
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NID Boat Launches are temporarily closed for the remainder of 2025. |
| Jenkinson Lake
(530) 295-6810
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(530) 295-6810 | ||
| Klondike Lake
(760) 872-1104
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(760) 872-1104 |
| Reservoir | Contact Information | Banding/Quarantine Program | Additional Information |
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| Lafayette Reservoir
(925) 284-9669
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(925) 284-9669 | ||
| Lake of the Pines
(530) 268-1141
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(530) 268-1141 | Implementing a 60-day quarantine for all vessels | |
| Lexington Reservoir
(408) 355-2375
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(408) 355-2375 |
Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine for moisture detection 30-day quarantine for tampered bands |
Boat registration information | Santa Clara County Parks | County of Santa Clara |
| Loch Lomond
(831) 335-7424
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(831) 335-7424 | ||
| Lopez Lake
(805) 788-2386
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(805) 788-2386 | ||
| Los Banos Creek Reservoir
(209) 826-1197 Ext. 112
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(209) 826-1197 Ext. 112 | ||
| Los Vaqueros Reservoir
(925) 240-2360
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(925) 240-2360 | ||
| Martis Creek Reservoir
(530) 587-8113: Apr - Nov
(530) 432-6427: Dec - Mar |
(530) 587-8113: Apr - Nov (530) 432-6427: Dec - Mar |
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| Mendocino, Lake
(707) 467-4200
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(707) 467-4200 | ||
| Milton Reservoir
(530) 994-3401:
Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
(530) 994-3401: Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm |
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| Modesto Reservoir
(209) 525-6750
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(209) 525-6750 |
Vessels originating from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta or from San Luis Reservoir are not permitted to launch.
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Vessels originating from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta or from San Luis Reservoir are not permitted to launch. |
| Morena, Lake
(619) 579-4101
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(619) 579-4101 | ||
| Nacimiento, Lake
(805) 781-6006
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(805) 781-6006 | ||
| New Bullards Bar Reservoir
(530) 741-5000 |
(530) 741-5000 |
Screenings for vessels are expected to start during summer at Cottage Creek and Dark Day boat launch ramps from 6 a.m. to dusk. The website will be updated when an official start date will be shared. |
The website will be updated when an official start date will be shared. |
| New Hogan Lake |
(209) 772-1343 Office Hours:
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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New Hogan Dam and Lake will be performing random vessel inspections for invasive mussels at Fiddleneck Day Use Area throughout the recreation season. As a reminder, all vessels must have current boating registration, to include the current mussel fee sticker, proper safety equipment, and operators must have a valid boating license. |
New Hogan Dam and Lake will be performing random vessel inspections for invasive mussels at Fiddleneck Day Use Area throughout the recreation season. As a reminder, all vessels must have current boating registration, to include the current mussel fee sticker, proper safety equipment, and operators must have a valid boating license. |
| New Melones Lake
(209) 459-7290;
mppublicaffairs@usbr.gov |
(209) 459-7290; |
Has implemented a banding program.
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Has implemented a banding program. |
| O'Neill Forebay
(209) 826-1197 Ext. 112
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(209) 826-1197 Ext. 112 | ||
| Oroville, Lake
(916) 820-8142
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(916) 820-8142 | Banding and Quarantine Program in palce.
Blue “CA DWR ORO ALL” seal is accepted at Lake Oroville, Thermalito Forebay and Thermalito Afterbay. Mandatory inspections or re-entry seals are required before launching trailered vessels and personal watercraft (effective 5/19/25). Limited decontamination services for wet boats are available at North Forebay (full decontamination of boats with attached mussels is not available). For more information please see this update from Department of Water Resources. |
Blue “CA DWR ORO ALL” seal is accepted at Lake Oroville, Thermalito Forebay and Thermalito Afterbay. Mandatory inspections or re-entry seals are required before launching trailered vessels and personal watercraft (effective 5/19/25). Limited decontamination services for wet boats are available at North Forebay (full decontamination of boats with attached mussels is not available). For more information please see this update from Department of Water Resources. |
| Pardee Reservoir
(209) 772-1472
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(209) 772-1472 |
As of April 9, 2025: EBMUD will keep Pardee Reservoir closed through the 2025 season For additional information: EBMUD boat launch closures |
As of April 9, 2025: EBMUD will keep Pardee Reservoir closed through the 2025 season For additional information: EBMUD boat launch closures |
| Perris, Lake
(951) 940-5600
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(951) 940-5600 | ||
| Pillsbury, Lake
(707) 263-2344
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(707) 263-2344 | ||
| Pine Mountain Lake (Private)
(209) 962-8600
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(209) 962-8600 | ||
| Pinto Lake
(831) 728-61940
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(831) 728-6194 | ||
| Piru, Lake
(805) 521-1500
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(805) 521-1500 | ||
| Prosser Reservoir
(530) 536-0417
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(530) 536-0417 | ||
| Puddingstone Lake
(909) 599-8411
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(909) 599-8411 | ||
| Pyramid Lake
(661) 295-7155
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(661) 295-7155 |
| Reservoir | Contact Information | Banding/Quarantine Program | Additional Information |
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| Quarry Lakes
(510) 544-3233
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(510) 544-3233 | Banding program in place.
Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine will be implemented. Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board.
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Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board. |
| Rainbow Lakes (Quarry Lakes)
(510) 544-3233
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(510) 544-3233 | ||
| Rancho Seco Lake
1-800-416-6992 (Mon-Fri)
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1-800-416-6992 (Mon-Fri) |
As of March 25, 2025: New boat restrictions implemented. Check the following link for full list of new restrictions: Rancho Seco Recreational Area implements new boat restrictions to protect lake |
As of March 25, 2025: New boat restrictions implemented. Check the following link for full list of new restrictions: Rancho Seco Recreational Area implements new boat restrictions to protect lake |
| Rollins Lake
(530) 273-6185
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(530) 273-6185 |
30-day quarantine for motorized watercrafts 60-day quarantine for motorized watercrafts with ballasts, bilges, or live water tanks In order to launch sooner a hot-water decontamination would have to be performed by an authorized entity using the Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination (WID) program. |
Nevada Irrigation District Mussel Prevention Program - Nevada Irrigation District |
| Ruth Lake
(707) 574-6332
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(707) 574-6332 | ||
| Salt Spring Valley Reservoir
(209) 785-7787
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(209) 785-7787 | ||
| San Antonio, Lake
(831) 755-4895
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(831) 755-4895 | ||
| San Luis Reservoir
(209) 826-1197 Ext. 112
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(209) 826-1197 Ext. 112 | ||
| San Pablo Reservoir
(510) 223-1661
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(510) 223-1661 |
As of April 9, 2025: EBMUD will keep San Pablo Reservoir closed through the 2025 season
For additional information: EBMUD boat launch closures |
As of April 9, 2025: EBMUD will keep San Pablo Reservoir closed through the 2025 season
For additional information: EBMUD boat launch closures |
| San Vicente Reservoir
(619) 465-3474
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(619) 465-3474 | ||
| Santa Margarita Lake aka Salinas Reservoir
(805) 788-2415
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(805) 788-2415 | ||
| Scotts Flat Lake
(530) 265-5302
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(530) 265-5302 | 30-day quarantine for motorized watercrafts
60-day quarantine for motorized watercrafts with ballasts, bilges, or live water tanks In order to launch sooner a hot-water decontamination would have to be performed by an authorized entity using the Watercraft Inspection and Decontamination (WID) program. |
Nevada Irrigation District Mussel Prevention Program - Nevada Irrigation District |
| Shadow Cliffs Lake
888-327-2757, option 3, Ext. 4557
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888-327-2757, option 3, Ext. 4557 | Banding program in place.
Vessels that fail inspection: 5-day quarantine will be implemented. Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board.
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Watercraft that are required to undergo inspections include boats, kayaks, canoes, sailboats, inflatable craft, and any form of floating board. |
| Shasta Lake
(530) 275-8113
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(530) 275-8113 | The wesbite and phone number listed is for a concessionaire at Shasta Lake. | The website and phone number listed is for a concessionaire at Shasta Lake. |
| Silverwood Lake
(760) 389-2281
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(760) 389-2281 | ||
| Skinner, Lake
(951) 926-1541
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(951) 926-1541 | ||
| Sonoma, Lake
(707) 433-2200
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(707) 433-2200 | ||
| Stampede Reservoir
(530) 536-0417
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(530) 536-0417 | ||
| Stevens Creek Reservoir
(408) 355-2200
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(408) 355-2200 | Vessels that fail inspection:
5-day quarantine for moisture detection 30-day quarantine for tampered bands |
Boat registration information | Santa Clara County Parks | County of Santa Clara |
| Stony Gorge Reservoir
(530) 685-8618 |
(530) 685-8618 |
Prior to launching, boaters are asked to self-certify that their vessels, trailers, and equipment has been washed, drained, flushed, and allowed to completely dry
Or, the vessel and trailer were professionally decontaminated at an approved Mussel Decontamination Station. The forms can be found at the Bureau of Reclamation office in Willows, CA and at the Stony Gorge and East Park Boat Launches. Prevention and Awareness & Stony Gorge Self-Certiffication Form |
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| Sutherland Reservoir
(619) 465-3474
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(619) 465-3474 | ||
| Tahoe, Lake
(888) 824-6267
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(888) 824-6267 | Banding program in place.
Mandatory inspection and decontamination for motorized vessels without an intact Tahoe seal. Most carbureted 2-stroke engines prohibited. |
Mandatory inspection and decontamination for motorized vessels without an intact Tahoe seal. Most carbureted 2-stroke engines prohibited. |
| Trinity Lake
(530) 623-2121
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(530) 623-2121 | ||
| Tulloch Reservoir
(209) 965-3996 Ext. 148
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(209) 965-3996 Ext. 148 |
Lake closure 2/11/2025, As of April 9, 2025: Tri-Dam is temporarily accepting quarantine bands from other lakes for watercraft entering Tulloch once the reservoir reopens. For additional information: Tulloch Reservoir Closure |
Lake closure 2/11/2025, As of April 9, 2025: Tri-Dam is temporarily accepting quarantine bands from other lakes for watercraft entering Tulloch once the reservoir reopens. For additional information: Tulloch Reservoir Closure |
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(530) 622-5061
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(530) 622-5061 |
The website link for Union Valley Reservoir is for all the campgrounds located on Union Valley Reservoir. The phone number listed is the phone number for the Eldorado National Forest Service. |
The website link for Union Valley Reservoir is for all the campgrounds located on Union Valley Reservoir. The phone number listed is the phone number for the Eldorado National Forest Service. |
| Upper Otay Reservoir
(619) 668-2050
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(619) 668-2050 | ||
| Vail Lake
(951) 303-0173
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(951) 303-0173 | ||
| Whiskeytown Lake
(530) 242-3400
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(530) 242-3400 | ||
| Wildwood, Lake
(530) 432-1152
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(530) 432-1152 | ||
| Wolford, Lake
(760) 839-4346
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(760) 839-4346 | ||
| Woodward Reservoir
(209) 525-6750
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(209) 525-6750 |
Vessels originating from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta or from San Luis Reservoir are not permitted to launch. As of December 22, 2024, Woodward reservoir is closed to public boat launches. |
Vessels originating from the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta or from San Luis Reservoir are not permitted to launch. As of December 22, 2024, Woodward reservoir is closed to public boat launches. |