Frequently Asked Questions

Reservation, Boating, Fishing and General Recreation FAQs

Reservations 

  • I lost, can't find, didn't get my Reservation Confirmation, what do I do? 
    If you have your reservation confirmation number, as long as you have a photo ID and this number you will be allowed in. 
  • Can I come in and fish without a reservation? 
     Yes, reservations are no longer required at Diamond Valley Lake. Starting August 1, reservations for boat rentals can be made online or on a same day walk-up basis. Parking, launch and fishing access fees can be paid for at the gate (or marina) on arrival to Diamond Valley Lake.
  • If I make a boat rental reservation for a half a day and I get there and change my mind can I have it for the full day? Currently you can extend your reservation to a full day by paying the difference when you arrive. Please inform the Marina staff when you are filling out your boat rental form.
  • Can I give my reservation to someone else? 
    No, reservations are non-transferable.
  • What do I need to reserve to shore fish? 
    You need a parking/vehicle entry fee, $7. You will also need a $3 Fishing Access Pass. You can pay for all of those items at the gate when you arrive.
  • Can I use my credit card to make a reservation for someone else? 
    Yes.

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Boating 

  • Where can I get my boat inspected? 
    Go to the     Boat Inspections page on this site for more information or call 877-DVL-LAKE (385-5253) select option 4.
  • What are the sailboat and kayak requirements? 
     Go to the Boat Inspections page on this site for more information or call 877-DVL-LAKE (385-5253) select option 3.
  • I've had my boat inspected; how long is the inspection sticker good for? 
    The sticker is good as long as the boat or motor does not change.
  • Will I be charged to have my boat inspected? No, there is no charge for boat inspections.
  • What type of gas do I need? Gas needs to be MTBE-free. As of 3/31/04, all gas stations in California now sell MTBE-free gas.
  • Do the rental boats come with a life jacket? 
    All rental boats are supplied with life jackets for every person on the boat.
  • Do I need a red flag and if so how big does it need to be? 
    Red flags are only necessary if you are towing or have a person in the water behind the boat. Diamond Valley Lake is a no body contact reservoir so a red flag is not necessary.
  • What are the launch facilities like? 
    We have 4 courtesy docks and 11-lane launch ramps.
  • What kind of basic fishing boats do you have? 
    We have the 2003/3 Triton 1756SC aluminum boats with a Johnson 25 HP 4-stroke outboard and an aerated live well. The boat capacity is 4 people or 650 lbs.
  • What kind of bass boats do you have? 
    We have the 2003/4 Triton 1756SC aluminum boats with a Johnson 25 HP 4-stroke outboard motor and Motorguide 43 LB trolling motor. The boats also have 2 fishing seats, depth/fish finders and an aerated live well. The boat capacity is 4 people or 650 lbs.
  • What kind of pontoon boats do you have? 
    We have the 2003/4 Tracker Fishin' Barge 21 with a Tracker 40 HP outboard. The boats also have 4 fishing seats, 70" of bench seating, an 8-foot Bimini top and an aerated live well. The boat capacity is 8 people or 1800 lbs.
  • Can I reserve a marina slip? 
    No, we do not have marina slips available to the public.

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Fishing 

  • What are the limits on catches? 
    Largemouth bass - 5 fish over 15" / Smallmouth bass - 0 possession, must be caught and released.
    Trout - 5 fish / Catfish - 10 fish
  • What kinds of fish are in the lake? 
     Largemouth, smallmouth and black bass, channel and blue catfish, rainbow trout, bluegill, redear sunfish, tule perch, inland silverside, prickly sculpin, green sunfish and threadfin shad.
  • Catch and keep or catch and release? 
    As long as the fish meet the size and limit requirements you can keep them. We do urge people to catch and release the warm water species.
  • How long have they been stocking the lake?  
    Florida Largemouth stocked 1999 
    Smallmouth Bass stocked 2000 
    Rainbow Trout stocked 2000 
    Northern Bluegill stocked 1998 
    Southern Bluegill stocked 1998 
    Redear Sunfish stocked 1998 
    Channel catfish stocked 2001 
    Blue catfish stocked 2001 
    Tule perch stocked 2000 
    Inland silverside introduced with water 
    Prickly sculpin introduced with water 
    Green sunfish introduced with water 
    Threadfin Shad introduced with water
  • Do I need a fishing license?  
    All fisherman age 16 and over need to have and display a valid California Department of Fish and Game license.
  • Do my kids need a fishing license? 
    Children under the age of 16 can fish under their parent's or guardian's license. Limits apply to single license.
  • What is the Fishing Access Fee? Who needs it? 
    The $3 Fishing Access Pass is required for everyone fishing, both adults and children. Revenue from the passes goes toward restocking fish at Diamond Valley Lake.
  • Can I fish from the shore? 
    Shore fishing is allowed in designated areas only. There is 1-1/2 miles of shoreline accessible. The area is 1/4 mile from the parking lot and is moderate to difficult hike on an unpaved fire road.
  • What kind of bait is allowed at Diamond Valley Lake? 
    Lures, dough baits, cut bait and nightcrawlers/red worms and crickets are all allowed. No live bait is allowed i.e. fish, frogs, etc.
  • Are there fish cleaning stations? 
    No. Fish cleaning stations will be in Phase 2 of development. We currently do not have running water at the marina area preventing the fish cleaning stations from being installed.

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General Recreation 

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Marina Office
(951) 926-7201

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Rates:
$7 for entrance/parking
$6 boat launch
$3 fishing
$5 for reservations
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