Buena Vista is a man-made site located approximately 25 miles southwest of Bakersfield. When the site was completed in April 1973, it took 43 days to fill both Lake Evans and the much larger Lake Webb with over 2,300,000,000 gallons (or 6,800 acre feet) of water.

Lake Webb is an elongated shape of 873 acres available for boating, jet‐skiing and fishing, as well as an additional 125 acres for jet‐skiing (maximum speed 45 mph). Projecting midway into the lake, a horseshoe‐shaped spit of land contains 112 campsites in a double row. To maintain the landscaping through the dry season, a sprinkler system operates, requiring campers to place their things in designated spots.

Lake Evans, at 86 acres, is the place for the more serene pursuits of sailing, fishing, and boating at no more than 5 mph.

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Boating Ordinances
• Reservation Information

Announcements

Lake Webb at Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area will be closed for a Jet Ski Racing - Special Event Thursday 04/10/25 through Sunday 04/13/25.

Lake Webb at Buena Vista Aquatic Recreational Area Notice - Fish Advisory from OEHHA

Boat Permits
2024 Boat Permits for All Lakes and Lake Isabella are now available.

Buena Vista Campground and Day Use
Beginning October 1, 2021 - NO CASH ACCEPTED
Credit and Debit card only.

Detailed Driving Instructions

From the South:

• Take I-5 North to the 119 West.
• Travel 1.8 miles on Highway 119 West to Enos Lane (Highway 43). Turn south (left) on Highway 43 (Enos Lane) at the Shell gas station. Go approximately 2 miles on Highway 43 to the entrance to Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area.

From the North:

• Take I-5 South to the 119 West.
• Travel 1.8 miles on Highway 119 West to Enos Lane (Highway 43). Turn south (left) on Highway 43 (Enos Lane) at the Shell gas station. Go approximately 2 miles on Highway 43 to the entrance to Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area.

From the East:

• Take the 14 North to the 138 West to the I-5 North to the 119 West.
• Travel 1.8 miles on Highway 119 West to Enos Lane (Highway 43). Turn south (left) on Highway 43 (Enos Lane) at the Shell gas station. Go approximately 2 miles on Highway 43 to the entrance to Buena Vista Aquatic Recreation Area.

• Campground/Campsite Map
• Area Map

Activities and Amenities

• Fishing
• Boating (maximum of 300 boats)
• Jet-skiing (maximum of 125 jet-skis)
• Camping (for families and large groups)
• Picnicking
• Bicycling
• Basketball Court
• Soccer Field
• Several attractive installations of children's play equipment
• Two concession buildings
• Three covered picnic areas reserved for large groups (400 capacity) or small groups (100 capacity)
• Numerous other picnic spots throughout the park
• Three boat launching sites
• An RV dump station