San Justo Reservoir
2265 Union Road,
Hollister CA 95023
Phone: 831-638-3300
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Hours of operation: Wednesday through Sunday, sunrise to sunset. Park
closes for the winter approximately November 1, and reopens approximately
February 1.
San Justo Reservoir was constructed by the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation as part
of the Central Valley Project, San Felipe Division. Water in San Justo is
from the San Luis Reservoir. Management of water distribution, water
systems, and lake levels are under the San Benito County Water District by
contract with the Federal Bureau of Reclamation.
San Benito County, by agreement with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, is
responsible for visitor use activities, recreation, planning facility
construction, and overall management of the many aspects of recreation.
The concessionaire will collect fees, provide information and assistance to
see that park rules are observed, provide litter control and day-to-day
maintenance of the area.
The California Department of Fish and Game regularly stocks the lake with
trout.
A California fishing license is required for those fishing and all Fish and
Game rules apply. Children under 16 years of age do not need a license but
should learn and follow all regulations. Copies of the regulations are
provided by the California Department of Fish and Game and are available at the
park. Fishing licenses are available at the concession stand.
Boaters must follow all California boating regulations, and use of gas
engines is prohibited. All children MUST wear personal flotation devices
and all visitors should follow California boating regulations in respect to type
of and proper use of personal flotation devices.
The boat ramp and boat dock are for boaters' use while entering and leaving
the water. Please, no parking, fishing, sunbathing or relaxing from the
ramp or dock. Children should be kept out of this area.
The park offers recreation to anglers, boaters, windsurfers, picnickers, and
mountain bikers, and can support many other activities.
There are several picnic shelters with barbecues available on a first come,
first served basis. Each is easily accessible from the parking area.
All shelters are within easy reach of the concession and restroom facilities.
The lake is ideal for small sailboats and windsurfers in the beginning to
intermediate range, as well as more experienced surfers who want a more relaxing
sail.
Mountain bikers can ride the challenging trails that border the lake. A
rest stop is located atop Dad's Point, midway through the route.
Restrictions on hunting and firearms or other weapons, excessive noise,
off-road vehicles and hours of operation are for your protection and area
enjoyment. The road surrounding the lake is open to authorized vehicles
only.
- Entrance fee: $5.00 per car.
- Bikes, walk-ins, and drop-offs: $2.00
- Water craft or other floating device fee: under 13 feet: $2.00; 13 to 18
feet: $3.00
- Boat size limit: 18 feet.
- Seniors (62 and up) and disabled do not pay boat fee.
- Annual pass for the calendar year may be purchased at the San Benito
County Public Works Department, 3220 Southside Road, Hollister CA 95023,
831-636-4170. The cost is $80.00; $65 for Seniors and disabled.
Annual pass does not cover the boat fee.
- Youth pass (age 17 and under) issued for calendar year to County residents
who have parental consent to enter the park. Youth may be dropped off, ride
a bicycle or walk in free of charge. Leaving children under the age of
12 unattended by a supervising adult is prohibited.
- Electric motors only.
- No swimming or wading.
- No camping. RV's welcome during the day.
- Trash bags and trash barrels provided. PLEASE DO NOT LITTER.
- Beverages and snacks are available at the concession stand.
- Bait and tackle are available at the concession stand.
- Pets are welcome on leash but are not allowed in the water. Please clean
up after your pet!
- When the closing horn sounds, please prepare to leave. Park closes
at sunset.
| Fish |
Suggested Bait |
Fish and Game Regulations |
| Trout |
Worms, Powerbait, castmaster, roostertails |
5 per day; no min. size |
| Bass |
Nightcrawlers, minnows, crawdads, lures, plastics |
5 per day; 12" min. Help preserve bass - consider
catch & release |
| Catfish |
Chicken livers, anchovies, nightcrawlers, bottom fished |
No size or take limit |
| Crappie |
Redworms, jigs, small lures |
25 per day; no min size |
| Bluegill |
Redworms, mealys, small lures |
No size or take limit |
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