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.
- Mandatory Watercraft Inspections
- District Rules and Regulations Concerning Aquatics and Boating (Section 500)
- Boating Field Trips (Kayak and Canoe)
- Canoeing and Kayaking Programs
- Watercraft Permitted by Park
- Watercraft for Rent by Park
- Water, Boating and Sun Safety
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.
| WATERCRAFT | CONTRA LOMA | CROWN BEACH | DEL VALLE | LAKE 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.
| WATERCRAFT | CONTRA 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 |