Are there bears in Del Valle?

The wildlife is absolutely abundant. No bears to fear but you should lock your ice chests and close the windows of your car.

Can you swim at Del Valle?

Del Valle Regional Park offers two swimming beaches with lifeguards on duty during posted periods. Year-round swimming is allowed without lifeguard service north of the boat ramp.

Can you walk around Lake Del Valle?

The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome and may be off-leash in some areas. Explore Lake Del Valle with this moderately trafficked loop trail. From the north side of the lake, you can hike around for great views of Lake Del Valle.

How big is Lake Del Valle?

1.108 mi²Lake Del Valle / Area

Can you kayak at Lake Del Valle?

Del Valle is a great place for beginner and intermediate kayakers and paddlerboarders who are for looking for a relaxing place paddle. It features a low angle beach launch which makes launching and landing easy and stable. All rental prices listed below include all necessary equipment and a lifejacket.

Can dogs swim in Lake Del Valle?

Lake Del Valle The lake is five miles long, and dogs are free to swim in all but two designated areas: East and West Swim Beach.

Can you paddle board Del Valle?

Lake Del Valle doesn’t usually have an aggressive wake, which makes it great place to try your hand at certain water sports like windsurfing and stand-up paddle boarding. If you don’t own your own gear, rent a stand up paddle board, kayak, or windsurf from the rental stand on the swimming beach closest to the marina.

What is the depth of Lake Del Valle?

154′Lake Del Valle / Max depth

Is Del Valle lake man made?

The park largely surrounds Lake Del Valle, an artificial reservoir made in 1968 by damming Arroyo Valle, a small river. The lake provides a source of recreation for visitors including swimming, fishing, and boating.

Can I paddle board at Del Valle?

Del Valle Regional Park is just outside of Livermore and is a fantastic place to paddleboard. During the summer the warm weather and warm water provide a nice getaway destination for paddleboarders.

Can you paddleboard at Lake Del Valle?

Can you kayak at Del Valle?

Del Valle is a great place for beginner and intermediate kayakers and paddlerboarders who are for looking for a relaxing place paddle. It features a low angle beach launch which makes launching and landing easy and stable.

Are dogs allowed at Del Valle?

Dogs are allowed on leash in the picnic and most other developed areas; they are also welcome on most rental boats. There are miles and miles of trails to explore off leash; a great place to start is the designated dog run, which starts at the cow gate just past the boat launch area.

What kind of fish are in Del Valle lake?

Rainbow trout
Striped bassBluegillLargemouth bassSmallmouth bass
Lake Del Valle/Fish

Is Lake Del Valle man made?

Where does Lake Del Valle get its water from?

you receive water from the South Bay Aqueduct. Water traveling through open portions of the South Bay Aqueduct may pick up contaminants on its journey to your home.

What is del Valle regional park?

Del Valle also is the eastern gateway to the Ohlone Wilderness Trail, 28 miles of scenic back-country trail. Del Valle Regional Park is located on Del Valle Road off Mines Road south of Livermore (parking fee).

Are there any accessible campsites at Del Valle?

The family campground has two wheelchair accessible campsites. Paved and gently sloped paths include portions of the Westshore and Eastshore trails. The Del Valle Visitor Center is open weekends 9:30am – 3pm.

Where is the visitor center on del Valle Lake?

The visitor center is on the lake’s west side and contains exhibits and information about the natural history of Del Valle and surrounding wilderness. Campers and park visitors are encouraged to visit and talk with naturalists and student aides about the park and the lake and to take part in the exciting programs happening year round.

What is del Valle like to visit?

Del Valle is beautiful — it’s a great area to get away from reality where it’s not too far of a drive. Lots of space, yet close enough to the beach/swimming area and hiking trails. We reserved camp site #37 approx. 4 weeks in advance.