Lake Cachuma is located 115 miles northwest of Los Angeles in the scenic Santa Ynez Valley at an elevation of 650 feet above sea level. The lake holds a average 3,100 surface acre feet of water. Cachuma is open year round 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. with 24 hour camping available at the lake. Boating is permitted, however no water-skiing or body contact with the water. Boat rentals are available at the marina. A well maintained camping facility with 500 campsites are available with hot showers on a first come first served basis.
The Cachuma Store has gasoline, groceries, and camping supplies. Bait, tackle, and licenses are available from Cachuma Boat
Rentals. Lake Cachuma is a fine fishing lake and often produces trophy largemouth bass over 10 lbs. Cachuma is one of the most beautiful lakes in Southern California, an excellent place to cool off in the summer.
Cachuma Lake, Star Route, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 (805) 688-4658;
Tackle Shop (805) 688-4040; Fishing Report (805) 688-7724
Boat Rentals (805) 688-4040; Cachuma Store (805) 688-5246