Kayaking Castaic Lake

Castaic Lake lies nestled in the wilderness of Los Padres National Forest. It’s natural beauty and easily accessible urban amenities, makes it a popular boating and fishing destination in the summer months. Castaic Lake is located right before you reach a steep 6-mile grade 14-miles south of Pyramid Lake and one-half mile above Castaic Afterbay Lagoon.

Castaic Lake is a popular getaway spot for water-related adventures. The large surface area allows for plenty of water skiing, wake boarding, jet skiing and fishing.

The right fishing arm of the lake has several quiet coves with inspiring scenery. Kayak anglers will find healthy populations of crappie and the striped bass, but it is the largemouth bass fishing, however, that gives Lake Castaic its world class reputation.

After a day exploring, you can enjoy a picnic and go for a swim. There is no swimming at the Castaic Lake; you may, however, swim at the designated beach areas at Castaic Afterbay Lagoon. Castaic Lake is more suitable for advanced paddlers, whereas Castaic Afterbay Lagoon is the ideal for people just starting out.

Map of Castaic Lake

  
 
 
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