Plan a fishing day at Lake Perris: timing, shore or boat, licenses and gear.
Lake Perris (Perris Reservoir) in Riverside County offers fishing from the shore and by boat. Plan around the park's boating hours and get there early: the park closes to vehicles when boat capacity or parking fills up.
You can fish from the shoreline or head out by boat. A boat lets you move around the lake, but every boat follows the lake's counterclockwise direction and speed zones, so plan your route with that in mind.
Request a boat for your date and group, and a local provider will follow up with what's available. Prices vary by provider; call for current rates.
Most anglers need a valid California fishing license. Check the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for current license types, rules and any special regulations before you go.
Catches change with the season, water temperature and stocking. For current conditions, check CDFW's resources and ask locally on the day. We don't list species or limits here so nothing goes out of date.
Summer (Mar 10–Nov 2): park 6am–10pm, boating 6am–7:30pm, last launch 5:30pm. Winter (Nov 3–Mar 9): park 7am–8pm, boating 7am–6:30pm, last launch 4:30pm. Craft without running lights must be off the water by sunset.
Source: California State Parks: Lake Perris SRA
Last verified: 2026-10-22
Phone is fastest. Or send a request and a local provider will follow up.