Timeline
06:39
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Arrive at Lake Oroville State Recreation Area. Park and walk to the shoreline. The water is still and the sky is turning pale. Wait for the sun to break the horizon.
07:39
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Stay for the golden light. The morning sun reflects off the lake surface, creating a bright path on the water. This is the best time for photos.
08:24
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Head back to your car. There are no food or drink options nearby, so plan to grab breakfast or coffee elsewhere once the sun is fully up and you are ready to move on.
Local tip
Check sunrise times for your specific date. In winter (January) it is late morning, while in summer (July) it is very early. Dress warmly if you go early in the year.
Check before you go
- Verify the exact sunrise time for your travel date using the fact data.
- No food or drink shops are listed at the anchor. Bring water if you are staying long.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Oroville (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).