Welcome to Canyon Lake Cabins

Canyon Lake is a gated community in Riverside County, California, United States. One of only five gated cities in California, Canyon Lake began as a master-planned community developed by Corona Land Company in 1968. The "City of Canyon Lake" was incorporated on December 1, 1990. It geographically spans 4.7 square miles (12 km2). The Lake was originally formed in 1927 after Railroad Canyon Dam was built. The lake covers 383 acres (1.55 km2) and has 14.9 miles (24.0 km) of shoreline.

There are 4,801 lots within the community. 1,035 of the homes within Canyon Lake have waterfront access with private boat docks and slips and about one-quarter are adjacent to the golf course. There are 175 condominiums and 125 manufactured homes in Canyon Lake.

All of the homeowners within the Canyon Lake POA have rights and access to the Lake for recreational uses. Personal watercraft (Jet Skis, etc.) are banned for use on the reservoir. However, ski-boats (with a maximum length of 21 feet), fishing boats, row boats, paddle boats, sailboats and kayaks are allowed, as are wake-boarding and water-skiing. There is a 35 mph (56 km/h) speed limit on the main lake, which is patrolled by Canyon Lake's Lake and Marine Patrol, as well the California Department of Fish and Game. The East Bay is limited to a "No Wake" speed. Each year the Association stocks the lake with a generous supply of catfish and bass, which join the crappie and bluegill there, for the enjoyment of fisherman. There are swimming areas, fishing "holes", beaches, a slalom course and a jump lagoon, gas docks, and rental slips which make the lake a busy place thanks to the Canyon Lakers and the more than 2,000 boats they have registered with the POA. All boats must be registered and have insurance in a homeowner's name. Canyon Lake is home to world class wake-boarders and water-skiers. Canyon Lake clubs train the new water-skier and wake-boarder and also plays host to many tournaments.

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There are 13 parks in the community making up 45.5 acres (184,000 m2), many with sandy beaches as well as docks at which boats can be tie up for short periods. Indian Beach Park has a theatrical stage which is used by the Canyon Lake Community Theatre group for theatrical and other performances which are staged during the year.

Canyon Lake's community newly constructed (2000) 19,000 square feet clubhouse, the Canyon Lake Lodge, always has a variety of activities taking place and is considered the "jewel" of the community. The Lodge offers dining at the Lighthouse Restaurant and banquet facilities, as well as "The Lounge" bar. The community's Olympic-sized, heated pool and tennis courts share the Lodge's grounds. Included in the pool are 3 lap swimming lanes, as well and a separate toddler wading pool. Shower and changing facilities are available. They both have a picturesque view of the main lake, unobscured by visible fencing.

The Canyon Lake Golf Course is an SCGA-rated 18-hole, par-71 5,868-yard (5,366 m) 75-acre (300,000 m2) regulation course with a driving range, putting green, and pro shop, as well as rental carts available. The Clubhouse has dining service at the Country Club Restaurant and bar.

There is a 10-acre (40,000 m2) Equestrian Center with stables. The facility includes a show riding arena, a jump arena, turn out arena, a hot walker and double wash rack. There is a barn with 17 stalls, outside pipe corrals with covered breezeways, and community room where horse owners can gather. There are miles of bridal trails winding throughout the surrounding hills.

There are 6 lighted tennis courts adjacent to the Canyon Lake Lodge. Tournaments are scheduled by the Canyon Lake Tennis Club for each month during the year which includes doubles, mixed doubles, and team tennis. Scheduled weekly are men's and women's tennis. Tennis pro Steve Vorhees provides a Jr. Tennis Program and training lessons for all ages.

There is a 7.5-acre (30,000 m2) private 90 campsite campground for property owners and their guests adjacent to the lake. On 37 of the sites you will find complete hook-ups for water, sewer, electric and television. The remaining 53 sites are equipped with electric and water. There are showers, restrooms, washers, dryers and an ice machine. There is a dump site for all campers. A full time manager lives on the premises. The 5 docks can accommodate up to 45 boats at any given time. The swimming beach is 350 feet (110 m) long. The campground is a great place for fishing, playing horseshoes, volleyball and windsurfing in the protected, 5 miles (8.0 km) an hour zone.

Gault Field is located on the North side of Canyon Lake. The multi-purpose sports complex has lighted regulation softball fields and serves the needs of teams and individuals of all ages. Summer and winter baseball leagues use the field, as do soccer players.