San Justo Reservoir

About San Justo Reservoir

San Justo Dam and Reservoir are features of the San Felipe Project. The reservoir is approximately 3 miles southwest of Hollister, California . Facilities open for use Wednesday through Sunday. Operation hours: sunrise to sunset. Good access roads. The park offers recreation to anglers, boaters, windsurfers, picnickers, and mountain bikers. Boat size restricted to 16 feet. Gas engines prohibited. Ideal for small sailboats and windsurfers in the beginning to intermediate range. Experienced surfers can enjoy a more relaxed sail. The California Department of Fish and Game regularly stocks the lake with trout. San Justo Bait and Tackle periodically stock tagged and trophy-size fish for contests and derbies. Available species include trout, bass, catfish, crappie, and bluegill. Entrance fee, $4.

How to Get There

Nearest main highway, California 156. Nearest community, Hollister.

Plan Your Visit to San Justo Reservoir

Heading to San Justo Reservoir? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)