Oak Shores Day Use Area (CA)

The picnic area is well shaded and there are plenty of trash/recycle bins for a big group.

Wwas good, wish the bathrooms were open.

Had a fabulous time out at Oak Shores Day Use Area this past Saturday.
Reserved Foxtail Flat F1 Picnic Shade Overhang which includes 8 shaded picnic tables very close to the water. Had some of my SUP paddle club come out for a potluck Style lunch and beach day.
Staff was great, place was clean, and weather was perfect. Perfect place to swim, lounge along/in the water, and SUP/kayak.

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 !

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 !

Little bit of a walk from parking lot and lots of hills

Little bit of a walk from parking lot and lots of hills

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.

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.

Very enjoyable day!