Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline

Boating and Watercraft

Introduction of a New Invasive Species: Golden Mussels

NOTICE: The invasive Golden Mussel (Limnoperna fortunei) has recently been identified in North America for the first time. This mussel has been identified in the Sacramento - San Joaquin Delta. This harmful, non-native species poses a significant threat to natural ecosystems, water infrastructure, and water quality. Golden Mussels are similar to quagga and zebra mussels; they are invasive and can reproduce quickly - but the Golden Mussel can thrive in a wider variety of environmental conditions including waters with lower calcium levels, making them an even more significant challenge and concern. 

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The East Bay Regional Park District has numerous opportunities for watercraft launch and rental. All watercraft need to have wearable Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) available for each passenger.

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Boat Diagram

Boating Field Trips (Kayak and Canoe)

The Outdoor Recreation Department provides affordable boating field trips for schools and community organizations. 
More information and Apply for a Boating Field Trip.

Canoeing and Kayaking Programs

Boating Activity Calendar  Discover Boating Activities, Classes, and Programs!

Join us for one of our regularly scheduled public canoeing or kayaking trips in a group setting, where our engaging Outdoor Recreation staff will guide you on a fun paddle exploring our Regional Parks’ waterways and lakes. We offer a variety of programs; all include paddle and safety instruction, and gear. Some programs also feature a naturalist.
Register for one of our public Canoeing or Kayaking programs.

Mandatory Watercraft Inspections

Know Before You Go - visit the Mandatory Inspection Webpage for more information.

Watercraft Permitted by Park

Know Before You Go - visit the Mandatory Inspection Webpage for more information.

WATERCRAFTCONTRA
LOMA
CROWN
BEACH
DEL VALLELAKE
CHABOT
MLK
SHORELINE
QUARRY
LAKES
SHADOW CLIFFS
Canoe/Kayak*******
Inflatable**** (3 or
more chambers)
***
Float tube***** No mussel
inspection
required.
No towing by
motor
vessel in water.
* Horseshoe
and
Rainbow
lakes only
*
Arroyo and
Main lake
Stand-Up
Paddle Board
* Must meet
shower
requirements,
wear
wetsuit, and
life jacket
** ** Horseshoe
lake only
*
Sailboard*** ***
Sailboat* 17-foot limit * *** 17-foot limit
Row Boat* 17-foot limit **
must be
carried in;
17-foot limit
*** 17-foot limit
Electric Boat* 17-foot limit * *** 17-foot limit
Motor Boat  * *  
Patio Boat  * *  

Watercraft for Rent by Park

Asterisks * indicate permissible watercraft.

WATERCRAFTCONTRA
LOMA
CROWN
BEACH
DEL
VALLE
LAKE
CHABOT
SHADOW
CLIFFS
Canoe/Kayak Kayak**Kayak
Sailboard **  
Sailboat  Hobie Cat  
Paddleboat  ***
Row Boat  ***
Electric Boat  ***
Motor Boat  *  
Patio Boat  ** 
Duffy Boat    *
Cachuma     
Tour Boat  * may charter* may charter 

Water, Boating and Sun Safety Information

Water Safety Links

Boating Safety and Education

Sun Safety

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