Lake Oroville, California

~ in the Lime Saddle Recreation Area

Welcome to Lake Oroville, Northern California's largest state reservoir. Lake Oroville is the cornerstone of Lake Oroville State Recreation Area and is conveniently located on the Feather River, about 75 miles north of Sacramento, in the chaparral oak-pine belt of northern mother lode country.

Lake Oroville Marina has endless opportunities to enjoy the uncrowded atmosphere. Soak up the sun while reading a book on your California houseboat rental and cool off by sliding down the waterslide into the lake. The calm waters are ideal for swimming, waterskiing or snorkeling. Cruise the waters or park along shore to enjoy some great lakeside hiking or camping.

After the springtime snow runoff, take a trip up the middle fork of the Feather River to see the spectacular 640-foot Feather Falls. When the lake is high, you can boat to within a quarter-mile of the falls.

The 167 miles of forested shoreline is home to spotted bass, chinook salmon, catfish and rainbow trout. Lake Oroville is recognized as one of the best bass fisheries in the western United States, boating some of the highest catch rates of quality fish in California.

Getaway with your family or friends to this uncrowded splendor and spend true quality time away from it all. From everyone here at Forever Resorts, we look forward to your visit.

New at Lake Oroville Marina for 2009!

Guests will find even more to appreciate at Lake Oroville Marina this season. An all-new houseboat rental departure schedule means lots more dates to choose from. With more departure dates, many houseboat and powerboat rental rates are actually lower than in 2008.

We've also updated rental pricing so you can choose your trip length and houseboat type by the daily rental rate - more easily comparing the rates and features of each craft.

More choices and value:

Expanded Departure Dates in 2009 - many boats available for departure 7-days a week

Daily Rental Pricing - makes it easy to compare daily rates rental and houseboat models

Lower Rates! - many houseboats rentals are at or below 2008 rates. Fuel costs are down too!

No Security Deposit - any reservation deposit is applied 100% to your rental

No Reservation Change Fees - most rental date changes no longer incurr a fee. There are a few restrictions since some boats are very limited - review the new policies.

Whether you reserve your houseboat online or choose to consult with one of our Houseboat Vacation Specialists by phone, you're bound to enjoy the changes we've made to the reservation process.