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Veterans Regional Park
Hours: 6am-5pm daily
Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park is a beautiful 710-acre park set amid expansive lawns and picturesque mountain views, making it a spectacular day or overnight destination. Situated at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains 6 miles South East of Old Town La Quinta, Lake Cahuilla offers a delightful experience in the Coachella Valley.
With 96 individual and group campsites near the gorgeous Santa Rosa Mountains, Lake Cahuilla is a natural getaway and easy destination for anyone looking to quickly escape city life into unparalleled scenery and the many outdoor activities available. Fishing in the 135-acre lake, hiking and horseback riding on nearby trails are just a few of the great experiences guests can expect. Open grass areas with picnic tables and barbecues are ideal for hosting a range of special events from birthday parties to company gatherings.
Don't miss our FREE Youth Fishing Clinic for kids ages 3-13 yrs old! Bring the kids to learn to fish and have a fun day at Lake Cahuilla. For more info, visit our website events calendar.
Veterans Fishing Derby Feb. 18, 2023.
Pre-register for the event here at: bit.ly/veteransfishingderby For more info, visit our website events calendar.
No fishing is permitted Feb 15-17, 2023 in preparation for this event on Feb. 18, 2023.
2022-23 Fish Stock Schedules are here! Dates for Lake Cahuilla trout stocks can be found at the bottom of this page!
💪🏽There are over 170 Ironman triathlons worldwide! Check out the action from the last Indian Wells-La Quinta event stop held at Lake Cahuilla.
DON’T MOVE A MUSSEL!
Prevent the spread of Quagga and Zebra mussels!
Recreation activities are restricted at Lake Cahuilla to help prevent the introduction and spread of quagga and zebra mussels:
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No Boats
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No Body Contact/Swimming
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No Floatation Devices
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Fishing equipment Inspections required upon entry
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Unopened and unused baits only. Baits available on site.
For more information about quagga and zebra mussels, please download this fact sheet and Quagga education pamphlet from CVWD in English & Spanish.
Visit: wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Invasives/
Quagga-Mussels or invasivespeciesinfo.gov/
aquatic/invertebrates/quagga-mussel.
To learn more about RivCoParks’ quagga containment and prevention program, please read the full policy Here.
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ADDRESS
58075 Jefferson Street
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 564-4712
PARK HOURS
Open Daily: 6am-5pm
PARK BROCHURE
Download this brochure of Lake Cahuilla Veterans Regional Park
FEES
Camping:
$25-45 per night (except for special events)
Day use:
$6 per adult | $3 per child (12 and younger)
$20 per vehicle for all Major Holidays & Easter Sunday
Fishing: $10 per adult – per day
$8 per child
(12 and younger) – per day
Pets: $2 each, per day
Sewage Dump Fee: (non-camper): $20
Current license, registration, and insurance is required when camping. For more information, please contact Guest Services. Observed park holidays can be found here.
PARK RULES
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FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED AND NOT SOLD AT LAKE CAHUILLA
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No swimming/boating in the lake
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Bicycle riders must wear helmet
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Drones are not permitted in the park
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Build fires in designated fire rings only
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No ground fires allowed
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No more than 6 occupants and 2 vehicles per site
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Maximum stay of 14 days within a 28-day period
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No fireworks
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No firearms
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Do not remove, deface, or disturb any part of the park features or wildlife
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Do not gather firewood in the park
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Do not attach anything to trees
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Pets must be kept on controlled leashes (Maximum leash length – 6 feet)
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Do not leave pet unattended
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Clean up promptly after pet
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16 and older must have valid State fishing permit
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*Passport America discounts are not applicable with other discounts.
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For a full detailed list of our rules please visit this link.
FEATURES
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62 Hookup campsites
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10 Water Only
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20 Equestrian campsites
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35 Dry Camping Individual Sites
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135 acre lake
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Fishing
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Picnic facilities
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Sand Volleyball
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Bocce Ball
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Dump station
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Showers
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Horse corrals
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Ice available for purchase
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Hiking
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Barbeque grills
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Grill/fire rings
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Coined showers
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Restrooms
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Pet friendly
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December 28, 2022 - 825 lbs trout
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January 11, 2023 - 825 lbs trout
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January 25, 2023 - 825 lbs trout
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February 15, 2023 - 825 lbs trout
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February 22, 2023 - 825 lbs trout
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March 8, 2023 - 825 lbs trout