About this site

Lake Solano Park, Solano Project, is located at the base of coastal foothills at the western edge of the Sacramento Valley and offers an array of recreational opportunities. Through an agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation, Lake Solano has been administered as a recreational area by the County of Solano since 1971.

USBR · Bureau of Reclamation

Lake Solano

PASSLANDS ✦ AMBIGUOUS SEE THE SOURCE CHECK

Maybe — confirm before you go.

Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here.

Where it is
38.4925, -122.0292
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Camp at Lake Solano This site has campsites you can reserve online. Check availability and book directly on Recreation.gov.
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Common questions

Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Lake Solano — always confirm with the managing site before you go.

Depends Does the America the Beautiful pass work here?

Maybe — Reclamation honors the pass at only a handful of sites — confirm before you rely on it here. Check with the managing agency before you go.

Yes Can you fish at Lake Solano?

Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.

Yes Can you kayak, paddle, or boat here?

Yes — there’s water for boating and paddling at Lake Solano. Hand-launched craft usually need no permit; motorized boats may need registration or a launch fee.

Yes Can you camp at Lake Solano?

Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.

Depends Can you have a campfire?

Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.

Yes Are there hiking trails?

Yes — trails here include Coyote Hill Lane. Check length and difficulty before you go.

Yes Can you bike here?

Yes — biking is available at Lake Solano. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.

Yes Can you bring a dog?

Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.

Depends Are drones allowed?

Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.

Nearby sites

Lake Berryessa Public domain · Wikimedia Commons Bureau of Reclamation

Lake Berryessa

Confirmed

One of the few Bureau of Reclamation sites that accept the pass.

BikingBoatingHistoric & Cultural Site
CA · Standard amenity (day-use) fee
Bureau of Land Management

Cedar Roughs Wilderness

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

CampingHikingHunting
CA · Fee unknown
Bureau of Land Management

Knoxville Management Area

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

BikingCampingFishing
CA · Fee unknown
Bureau of Land Management

Knoxville Recreation Area

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This Bureau of Land Management site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.

CampingHuntingOff Highway Vehicle
CA · Fee unknown