About Oak Shores Day Use Area (CA)
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Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
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Pet friendly
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- Potable Water
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- Lake Access
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- Pet friendly
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Reviews (16)
What Guests Are Saying
Oak Shores Day Use Area offers ample space for gatherings, making it ideal for events like birthday parties. While the lack of grills and limited phone support were noted, the area features a designated swimming spot, well-maintained portable restrooms, and a clean environment. It’s an affordable and intimate location, though visitors should be aware of the early closing hours and the parking situation.
What Guests Are Saying
Oak Shores Day Use Area offers ample space for gatherings, making it ideal for events like birthday parties. While the lack of grills and limited phone support were noted, the area features a designated swimming spot, well-maintained portable restrooms, and a clean environment. It’s an affordable and intimate location, though visitors should be aware of the early closing hours and the parking situation.
Review Summary
Jocelyn R
April 20, 2026
We had a fun time for my Fiancé’s lake Birthday party! There was so much space for (20 people + 2 dogs) including food, coolers, decorations, and tents / floaties . One thing I do want to note that isn’t updated on their website is that the day use grills have been completely taken out, even though it says on their website “Personal charcoal barbecue grills are not allowed anywhere at Lake Berryessa. Those wishing to barbecue with charcoal must use the grills provided in established campgrounds and day use areas.” There’s also no recent working phone numbers to ask questions so that’s why I’m writing this review to inform future parties 👍🏼 another thing is the checkout time will tell you 7pm on your reservation email and closing time 8pm online, but they close at 5pm until summer hits so if you’re going before then, try to start early morning. They also have a blocked off swimming area right infront of this area so it’s perfect if you have kids that want to go swimming or float without going too far. The bathrooms are closed for now but they have porta potties that are surprisingly pretty well kept. It’s a nice and super affordable day use area + very intimate since you’re kind of away from all the other table areas :) I would definitely go here again in the summer time !
Jocelyn R
April 20, 2026
We had a fun time for my Fiancé’s lake Birthday party! There was so much space for (20 people + 2 dogs) including food, coolers, decorations, and tents / floaties . One thing I do want to note that isn’t updated on their website is that the day use grills have been completely taken out, even though it says on their website “Personal charcoal barbecue grills are not allowed anywhere at Lake Berryessa. Those wishing to barbecue with charcoal must use the grills provided in established campgrounds and day use areas.” There’s also no recent working phone numbers to ask questions so that’s why I’m writing this review to inform future parties 👍🏼 another thing is the checkout time will tell you 7pm on your reservation email and closing time 8pm online, but they close at 5pm until summer hits so if you’re going before then, try to start early morning. They also have a blocked off swimming area right infront of this area so it’s perfect if you have kids that want to go swimming or float without going too far. The bathrooms are closed for now but they have porta potties that are surprisingly pretty well kept. It’s a nice and super affordable day use area + very intimate since you’re kind of away from all the other table areas :) I would definitely go here again in the summer time !
Raymundo E
August 4, 2025
Little bit of a walk from parking lot and lots of hills
Raymundo E
August 4, 2025
Little bit of a walk from parking lot and lots of hills
Martina B
August 2, 2025
Very clean! Bathrooms and garbage were maintained throughout the day. Parking was a little tricky but we were also warned prior to arrival, first come first serve.
Martina B
August 2, 2025
Very clean! Bathrooms and garbage were maintained throughout the day. Parking was a little tricky but we were also warned prior to arrival, first come first serve.
Lawrence M
June 29, 2025
Very enjoyable day!
Lawrence M
June 29, 2025
Very enjoyable day!
Kao S
August 22, 2023
Clean area and name sign was there to reserve my spot.
Kao S
August 22, 2023
Clean area and name sign was there to reserve my spot.
Location Oak Shores Day Use Area (CA)
Address:
5520 Knoxville Road
Napa, CA, 94558
United States
From Sacramento:
Take I-80 west toward San Francisco, and take Exit 113 towards Woodland. Travel about 1.5 miles until you see the sign for Winters. Exit here and turn left at the light. Follow this road into Winters. This road turns into Highway 128. Continue on 128 til right hand turn on Knoxville Road. It is approximately 8 miles north on Knoxville Road.
From San Francisco:
Drive north on Interstate 80 and take the Napa turnoff onto Highway 29. Then turn onto Highway 121, following it to Highway 128. Continue on 128 til right hand turn on Knoxville Road. It is approximately 8 miles north on Knoxville Road.
Oak Shores Day Use Area is accessible via Interstate 80, approximately 12 miles away, with connections to Highway 128 and Knoxville Road.
Latitude & Longitude: 38.56 / -122.235
Elevation: 151 feet
Nearby National Park
South Entrance
Approximate driving time: 1 hr 22 min
Policies & Rules
General
- Oak Shores Day Use Area- Park rules prohibit glass containers, fireworks, pets off leash, open fires and trailers. For additional information see 43 CFR Parts 423 and 429. They are available at the Lake Berryessa Administrative Office or online at: www.usbr.gov/cio/im/rules/Rules.htm
- There are limited services, including food service and vehicle fuel, within thirty miles of most of the lake.
- A reservation holder's representative must be present or the shelter will be given to a party requesting use.
- Parking at Oak Shores during busy summer weekends is limited. Parking spaces are not guaranteed, even for groups with shade shelter reservations.
- During summer, holiday weekends, we are not able to accomodate large groups and events at Oak Shores Day Use Area. Shade shelter reservations are not available during holiday weekends.
- The Bureau of Reclamation is increasing fire restrictions at Lake Berryessa during Red Flag Warnings. Reclamation is prohibiting the use of charcoal or wood fires, even in established fire rings and grills, during Red Flag Warnings at Lake Berryessa. A Red Flag Warning, the highest wildfire alert, means that potentially dangerous weather conditions (hot/dry/windy) may result in extreme fire behavior within 24 hours.
- While recreating at Lake Berryessa: CLEAN, DRAIN, DRY boats and any other recreational equipment that comes in contact with water. Never dump unwanted bait, worms, fish parts or other organisms into the water. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/ STOP THE SPREAD OF INVASIVE SPECIES. REMOVE plants, seeds, animals and mud from boots, gear, pets, and vehicle. CLEAN your gear before entering and leaving the recreation site. STAY on designated roads and trails and use local firewood. For more information visit https://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
