Lake Perris State Recreation Area

Jewel-like Lake Perris beckons visitors with cool blue waters, pristine beaches, world-class bass fishing, wildlife watching, and miles of riding and hiking trails. Located about 65 miles south of Los Angeles and 11 miles southeast of Riverside. The lake’s clean white beaches, enticing blue waters, and rocky Alessandro Island bring nearly one million visitors from surrounding communities each year. Bring Lake Perris into your classroom to learn about some of the incredible plants and animals that call this lake home.