KiteGlobeSan Luis Reservoir
San Luis Reservoir is a kiteboarding spot near San Jose in USA, with flat-water lake conditions.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | California |
| Nearest town | San Jose |
| Water type | Flat-water lake |
| Launch | Lake |
| Coordinates | 37.0654, -121.0783 |
About San Luis Reservoir
Storage reservoir for the California Aqueduct. No kiting in the O'Neill Forebay (power lines). Kiting allowed on the upper reservoir. Windsurfing allowed on both Forebay and upper reservoir. Water comes from the aqueduct, and is about 60-75°F, and pretty clean once you get away from shore, where it can be muddy. Watch out for the clam shells and rocks, very sharp.
How do I get to San Luis Reservoir?
From the West: take 152 east from 101. Lake is approximately 15 miles past Casa de Fruita. From the East: take 152 west from I-5. You can miss it. Park at Romero Visitors Center. To access launches farther west, you will need to take a U turn and come back.
Hazards at San Luis Reservoir
Rocks, Shells.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.