Fees
Daily Parking Pass
| Vehicle | Fee |
|---|---|
| Car/motorcycle/small van | $6 |
Senior Citizens (62+) | $5 |
Ratepayer* | $4 |
| Van/bus w/10-20 passengers | $12 |
| Van/bus w/21+ passengers | $20 |
| NO CHARGE for Distinguished Veterans Pass holders (only available for daily parking passes) | |
*Must provide proof of residence in one of the following cities: Antioch, Bay Point, Brentwood, Clayton, Clyde, Concord, Martinez, Oakley, Pacheco, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, Port Costa, Walnut Creek
Daily Recreation Pass
| Recreation | Fee |
|---|---|
| Fishing Access | $6 |
| Group Picnic Site Rental | $125 |
Annual Parking Pass
| Parking Pass Holder | January 1 (All Year) | April 1 | July 1 | October 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Non-Ratepayer | $85.00 | $63.75 | $42.50 | $21.25 |
| Senior Non-Ratepayer (62+) | $80.00 | $60.00 | $40.00 | $20.00 |
| Ratepayer* | $75.00 | $56.25 | $37.50 | $18.75 |
| Senior Ratepayer* | $70.00 | $52.50 | $35.00 | $17.50 |
*Must provide proof of residence in one of the following cities: Antioch, Bay Point, Brentwood, Clayton, Clyde, Concord, Martinez, Oakley, Pacheco, Pittsburg, Pleasant Hill, Port Costa, Walnut Creek
Boat Rental Fees
| Boat Rental | Electric Boat | Pontoon Boat |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $25 | $50 |
| Half Day (3-5 hours) | $50 | $115 |
| Full Day (5+ hours) | $70 | $165 |
| Security Deposit | $65 | $150 |
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Boat Rental Information
- Boat rentals are available at the Marina on the South side of the reservoir.
- Boat rentals 30% off from Tuesday to Thursday, except holidays.
- Boat rentals may be suspended when conditions are windy. Call 925-371-2628 for weather status.
- Boats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We do not take reservations.
- There are 30 16-foot boats available, and three 18-foot pontoon boats. Some of the 16-foot boats have canopies.
- To rent a boat, you must be at least 18-years of age and be able to leave a deposit that will be refunded when the boat is returned.
- Boats are available from the time we open, but must be returned two hours before we close.
- Life jackets are provided.
- Private watercraft are not allowed on the reservoir. This includes all boat types, float tubes, canoes, kayaks, paddle boards, and other watercraft.
Empty headSpecial Use Permits: Los Vaqueros Watershed and Conservation Lands
For special use permit assistance at Los Vaqueros, please call the Watershed Office at 925-240-2360.
Submit special use permit requests by mail to:
Contra Costa Water District
Los Vaqueros Watershed
Attention Watershed Clerk
P.O. Box H20
Concord, CA 94524-2099
Special Events
| Special Event Fees | |
|---|---|
| Written Request for processing application | $200 |
| Staff | $40 per hour per staff person |
| Participant | $2 per person* |
*Does NOT include parking and other fees adopted by the Board of Directors