Pinto Lake & RV Park
Pinto Lake City Park is located at 451 Green Valley Road in Watsonville, CA. This lakeside park offers boating, fishing, picnic areas, a baseball diamond, volleyball court and an RV Park. You are welcomed to bring your own boat, raft, kayak, canoe or inflatable watercraft onto the lake, but you are subject to inspection and launch fees. The park consists of 78 acres, 70 of which are water and 8 are land.
Pinto Lake Address & Contact
451 Green Valley Road
Watsonville, CA 95076
831-728-6194
Parks & Community Services Customer Service
Monday - Friday
831-768-3240
Park Services
As of April 2017, the City of Watsonville, Parks & Community Services Department has assumed the oversight of the service operations at Pinto Lake Park and the RV Park.
Park Hours
Due to COVID-19 our park hours are limited. Currently, Pinto Lake is open from 7a.m. to 5 p.m., everyday. It is, however, subject to closures based on weather conditions (like flooding). Boating and RV hours are limited. Please see below.
Picnic Tables & Pavilion Reservations
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to help slow the spread, we are currently suspending all reservations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Boat Inspection & Fees
To prevent the infestation of Zebra and Quagga Mussels, every boat must be inspected and approved before being launched into the lake. Boaters can participate in our Banding Program to bypass a full inspection and save on fees. If you plan on launching a boat into the lake, you must have your boat inspected.
Boat Inspection Times
- Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays --- 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Summer Boating Hours (March - September) --- 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Inspection Fees & Information
Boat & Watercraft Inspection Fee (Canoe, Kayak, Boat)
- Up to 12’ long - $10 resident / $12 non-resident
- Over 12’ long - $12 resident / $12 non-resident
Annual Launch Permit
$60 resident / $80 non-resident
Daily Launch Permit
$10 resident / $15 non-resident
Boat Rentals
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to help slow the spread, we are currently suspending all boat rentals. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
RV Park Reservations & Fees
Please note that the process to reserve a spot in the RV Park may have changed since you last visited. If you have questions please call the Parks and Community Services Department. The RV Park is open year round, however may be subject to periodic closure during the winter months due to weather and lake level conditions.
Fees for Services
- $45 per night for up to 2 people
- $5 extra for each additional adult, per night
- $5 extra for each additional vehicle, per night
- $5 extra for dogs, per night
- Children under 16 - Free
Visit our Registration Page to view availability and book your reservation. Click on "Facility Rentals" and then "Pinto Lake."
To learn more about consuming fish from Pinto Lake, please click on the below image:
Rules & Regulations
Please note that the Rules & Regulations for the park may have changed since your last visit, please call if you have questions.
Watsonville Municipal Code Regarding Pinto Lake