Adventure Awaits at Castaic Lake – and It’s FREE this summer
Calling all young explorers! Kids can learn how to kayak, canoe, and paddle board in a fun, safe, and exciting environment at beautiful Castaic Lake! Splash-in-the-Water: Kids 7 to 14 are invited to come experience the fun! Remember to bring lots of water, sunblock, and any other water-related items you might need (pool toys not allowed). Kids will be supplied with life jackets. Parents must stay with their children. This is FREE and open only to children ages 7 to 14. Call the park office at 661-257-4050 for registration information.
Note: While the event is free, Castaic Lake charges a vehicle entry fee of $12 daily. The fee is $5 for senior citizens and disabled, on weekdays only.
🚣♀️ Every Friday until August 15
🛶 Three sessions every Friday, starting at 10 am, 11:30am, and 1 pm.
💦Location: Castaic Lake “Paradise Cove,” Lower Lagoon
Ride the Wake at Castaic Lake with Los Angeles Wake
Get ready for a high-energy, on-the-water adventure like no other! Los Angeles Wake brings the thrill of wakeboarding, wakesurfing, waterskiing, tubing, and kneeboarding to beautiful Castaic Lake — and no experience is needed to dive in.
Their licensed, professional captains are not just experts — they’re awesome instructors who’ll have you riding the waves in no time. Whether you’re trying something new or leveling up your skills, you’re in great hands.
While you’re out there catching wake, the rest of your crew can kick back on the boat, vibe to the music, and soak in the stunning lake views. It’s the perfect way to spend a sun-soaked day in Santa Clarita’s lakeside paradise.
Dive into the Ultimate Floating Adventure at Cali Splash Park
Get ready to bounce, slide, and splash your way through Southern California’s largest inflatable aqua park — floating right on the scenic waters of Castaic Lake, just 30 minutes from Los Angeles and minutes from Six Flags Magic Mountain!
Cali Splash Park is a massive floating playground packed with over 45 obstacles, including giant slides, bouncers, climbing walls, wiggle bridges, and more. It’s the perfect mix of challenge and fun for kids, teens, and adults alike.
Grab your crew and make it a day of laughter, thrills, and refreshing lake vibes — because nothing says summer like jumping into the coolest water adventure in Santa Clarita!
Make a Splash at Castaic Lake – Santa Clarita’s Lakeside Playground
Just a splash north of Six Flags Magic Mountain and nestled in the hills above Santa Clarita, Castaic Lake is your ultimate outdoor escape and a must-visit stop on any SoCal adventure!
Whether you’re craving sun, water, or wide-open spaces, this massive 9,000+ acre playground delivers serious fun. Lounge on the swim beach, fire up the grill at one of the picnic & BBQ areas, or rent a boat and explore hidden coves. The Lower Lake is perfect for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing — while the Upper Lake is all about power boating, sailing, wakeboarding, water skiing, and jet skiing.
When you’re not making waves, hit the trails for hiking, horseback riding, or pitch a tent and camp under the stars. It’s nature, thrills, and chill vibes all rolled into one epic day (or weekend!) of adventure.
🕘 Open Wednesday–Sunday, 10 AM to 6 PM
🚫 Closed Mondays & Tuesdays for beach access
☀️ Swimming season runs mid-May through mid-September
Whether you’re here for a day trip or staying for the weekend, Castaic Lake is a can’t-miss, make-a-memory kind of place — right in the heart of Santa Clarita.