Contact Number

  • (925) 447-0426

Park Accessibility Information

Park Hours

  • Sunrise to Sunset.

Park Activities

Yes
Picnic Areas
Fishing
Interpretive Exhibits
Nature & Wildlife Viewing
Windsurfing/Surfing
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails

Park Facilities

Parking
Restrooms
Boating
Boat Ramps

Park Directions

Get directions through Google Maps

The recreation area is northeast of Livermore, seven miles off Interstate 580 at the Grant Line Road exit.

Aqueduct Walk 2/1/25 at 10 am

New Parking Fee Payment Option

CA State Parks is providing parking services through LAZ to provide you a convenient, cashless parking experience that is as easy as snapping a QR code or sending a text!

Customers can simply snap the QR code or follow the texting instructions on our signage, choose your stay and pay with either Apple Pay, Google Pay or credit card.

There is no app to download, no reservation needed, or account set-up required.

Please note: LAZ is available to pay for parking entrance fees for day-use only. Visitors are advised that pay-by-phone is not a reservation and entry is subject to availability at each park unit. If parking lots are full, visitors should wait to park before taking advantage of the pay-by-phone option. All sales are final and there are no cancellations or refunds.

Basic Park Information

Located in the northernmost part of the San Joaquin Valley, Bethany Reservoir State Recreation Area is a popular place for water-oriented recreation, especially fishing and windsurfing. It also features a bike trail (along the California Aqueduct Bikeway) - and many windmills. It is also the northern terminus of the California Aqueduct.

Address: 13638 Christensen Rd, Byron, CA 94514

Fees:  

  • $10.00 parking 
  • $7.00 boat launch
  • $1.00 discount for vehicle day use for persons 62 years of age or older

Boating: 

  • Boat launch near main parking lot
  • Speed limit is 5 mph
  • Small boats, canoe, kayak, catamarans, sailboarders are allowed

Fishing

  • Persons age 16 and over must carry a valid fishing license. 

Bicycling

  • The California Aqueduct Bikeway is a popular cycling trail. 

Dogs 

  • Dogs must be on a 6 foot maximum leash and under human control at all times. 

 

Kayak at Bethany Reservoir SRA in the Summer

 

 

Education Programs

If you are interested in bringing your class to Bethany Reservoir SRA please contact Fiona Catalano at (925) 243-2003 or email fiona.catalano@parks.ca.gov.