Don Pedro

What Don Pedro does

Don Pedro Recreation Agency (DPRA) is a public recreation agency that operates Don Pedro Reservoir in the Sierra Nevada Foothills near La Grange, California. Established in 1971 and co-sponsored by the Turlock Irrigation District (TID) and Modesto Irrigation District (MID), DPRA manages 13,000 surface acres of water and 160 miles of shoreline, providing boating, camping, fishing, swimming, hiking, and lodging services to recreational visitors. The agency operates three marinas, multiple campgrounds, launch ramps, lodging facilities, and a visitor center currently being reconstructed following a 2015 fire, supported by approximately 88 employees.

DPRA's revenue model is anchored on per-use facility fees for campsites, launch ramps, marina slips, lodging, and day-use access, supplemented by contributions from its sponsoring irrigation districts. As a public agency rather than a private enterprise, DPRA operates under statutory governance with no equity funding rounds and transparent, publicly set pricing. Long-term planning is formalized through a 2023-2028 Strategic Plan, and distribution is augmented through partnerships with rafting outfitters and marina concessionaires that extend reach without internal capex.

Recent strategic activity has been defensive and operational rather than transformative: the agency has implemented mandatory Golden Mussel decontamination protocols at launch facilities, managed rolling launch ramp closures tied to reservoir elevation fluctuations, and continued visitor center reconstruction. Product diversification efforts such as the 2023 Wilderness Rock Hunt represent incremental extensions of the core recreation offering rather than a pivot to new verticals.

Name

Don Pedro

Legal name

Don Pedro Recreation Agency

Website

https://donpedrolake.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Don Pedro Recreation Agency operates Don Pedro Reservoir in California's Sierra Nevada Foothills, managing 13,000 surface acres and 160 miles of shoreline for camping, boating, fishing, and lodging under public-agency governance backed by TID and MID.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Outdoor Recreation Services

NAICS

RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Recreational Camps (7212), RV (Recreational Vehicle) Parks and Campgrounds (721211), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Marinas (71393)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAAAGAE

Campground & Overnight Facilities Operations (Campsites, Cabins, Backcountry Huts)

Travel & Hospitality/Adventure, Amusement Parks & Ecotourism/National Parks & Protected Area Visitor Services (Concessions, Guided Access)

SECONDARYTHAAAGAF

Recreation & Activity Services (Hiking, Boating, Climbing, Fishing—Guided/Authorized)

Travel & Hospitality/Adventure, Amusement Parks & Ecotourism/National Parks & Protected Area Visitor Services (Concessions, Guided Access)

SECONDARYTHAMAJAB

Traditional Campgrounds (Tent & Mixed-Use)

Travel & Hospitality/Vacation Rentals & Short-Term Stays/Campgrounds, Glamping & RV Parks

Keywords

• Outdoor recreation
• Lake camping
• Boat launching
• Fishing tournaments
• Campground reservations

Headquarters

HQ city

Brooklyn, New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Facility Use Fees: Operation and maintenance of the Don Pedro Recreation Area is mostly supported by facility use fees with some contributions from sponsoring agencies (Turlock Irrigation District and Modesto Irrigation District). Revenue is generated through day use fees, campsite fees, annual passes, launch fees, and boat/moor fees.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Don Pedro Recreation Agency operates a public outdoor recreation area on Don Pedro Lake (a 13,000-acre reservoir with 160 miles of shoreline) in the Sierra Nevada Foothills of California. Core offerings include overnight camping at three developed campgrounds, boat launching and houseboating, two full-service marinas, fishing access (including sanctioned tournaments), a seasonal swimming lagoon, hiking and biking trails, picnic/day-use areas, annual vehicle and boat passes, an interactive Wilderness Rock Hunt, and a seasonal fireworks show.

Product overview

Don Pedro Lake operates as a single unified recreation area offering outdoor activities centered around its 160-mile shoreline and 13,000 surface acres of water. The agency provides camping services at three developed campgrounds (Blue Oaks, Fleming Meadows, Moccasin Point), two full-service marinas (Moccasin Point Marina and Lake Don Pedro Marina), boating facilities with multiple launch ramps, fishing opportunities, swimming lagoon, hiking trails, and annual pass programs. The recreation area is managed by the Don Pedro Recreation Agency under the Turlock Irrigation District.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Camping Services Campsite reservations and accommodations at three developed campgrounds (Blue Oaks Campground, Fleming Meadows Campground, and Moccasin Point Campground), offering full hook-up sites (water, sewer, power), partial hook-up sites (water and power, no sewer), and dispersed lakeshore camping; campsite capacity is 8 people with free hot showers and dump stations for registered campers.
• Boating and Houseboating Boat launch ramps and lake navigation services, with three launch ramps at different campground locations; houseboating supported by slips and dry storage at the two full-service marinas. Launch fees apply to motorized craft; kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards without motors do not pay launch fees.
• Marina Services Two full-service marinas, Moccasin Point Marina and Lake Don Pedro Marina, offering boat rentals, slips, dry storage, café services, a repair shop, the Trading Post, and access to a private houseboat marina.
• Fishing Access Access to fishing for salmon (Kokanee, King, Silver), largemouth bass, and other species, with fish cleaning stations and facilities that support well over 60 annual bass and fishing tournaments held on the lake.
• Annual Passes Vehicle and boat annual pass stickers covering entrance and use fees at the recreation area; boat annual passes cover lakeshore camping for the calendar year, and a second-vehicle annual pass is available at a discounted rate when registration matches the first vehicle.
• Swimming Lagoon Designated swimming area with facilities, operating seasonally (typically closed in fall), for visitors seeking in-water recreation separate from boating.
• Hiking and Biking Trails Developed trails within the recreation area, including the 5.9-mile Blue Oaks Shoreline Trail and the 1-mile Moccasin Point Lakeview Trail, supporting land-based outdoor activity alongside water recreation.
• Picnicking Areas Day-use picnic areas, including group picnic facilities at Fleming Meadows with covered pavilions and grills, for visitors seeking shorter-duration visits without overnight camping.
• Wilderness Rock Hunt Interactive outdoor activity encouraging visitors to explore wilderness areas around Don Pedro Lake through a guided rock-hunt experience.
• Fireworks Show Annual Independence Day fireworks display on the water, subject to annual approval and conditions, offered as a signature seasonal event at the recreation area.

Quantifiable outcome

• No need for quarters - hot showers are free at developed campgrounds
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Moccasin Point MarinaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMoccasin Point Marina operates as a concessionaire within the Don Pedro Recreation Area, providing boat rentals, boat slips, and dry storage facilities at Moccasin Point Campground.
• Lake Don Pedro MarinaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorLake Don Pedro Marina operates at Fleming Meadows providing boat rentals, café services, repair shop, and access to the Trading Post and private houseboat marina.
• Lake Don Pedro BoatworksminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBoatworks facility located at Blue Oaks Campground providing boat maintenance and repair services.
• Turlock Irrigation DistrictcoreOthersTID sponsors the Don Pedro Recreation Agency and manages the dam and water resources. The recreation agency operates under TID governance with a Board of Control overseeing operations. TID provides operational support and the recreation area operates mostly on facility use fees with some contributions from sponsoring agencies.
• Modesto Irrigation DistrictminorOthersJoint sponsor of Don Pedro Lake along with Turlock Irrigation District. Water from Don Pedro Lake is used for irrigating farmland within MID boundaries.
• Arta River TripsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRafting company offering white water rafting trips on the Tuolumne River that flows into Don Pedro Lake, located approximately 15 miles from the lake.
• Sierra Mac River TripsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorRafting company offering white water rafting trips on the Tuolumne River near Don Pedro Lake.
• All-Outdoors California Whitewater RaftingminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWhite water rafting operator on the Tuolumne River in the Don Pedro Lake area.
• OARS Guides and Adventure ExpertsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAdventure rafting company offering trips on the Tuolumne River near Don Pedro Lake.
• Moccasin Creek State Fish HatcheryminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCalifornia Department of Fish and Wildlife hatchery located 2.5 miles from Moccasin Campground, producing trout in cold water from the Tuolumne River.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• New Hogan Lake (CPRD): California reservoir recreation area operated by an interagency arrangement, providing camping, boating, and fishing services on a comparable scale to Don Pedro.
• Lake Berryessa (NRA): California reservoir recreation area offering camping, boating, and fishing; operated under concession structure similar to Don Pedro with multiple launch ramps and marina services.
• Camanche Reservoir: California reservoir recreation area operated by East Bay Municipal Utility District with campgrounds, marinas, and launch ramps — comparable concession-driven recreation model.
• Lake Oroville State Recreation Area: Large California state-managed reservoir with multiple campgrounds, marinas, and tournament fishing; closest functional analogue to Don Pedro's fee-funded recreation agency model.
• Shasta Lake (USFS/Shasta Recreation): California's largest reservoir; massive houseboat, camping, and tournament fishing destination with multi-marina concession model directly comparable to Don Pedro.
• Lake Kaweah (USACE concession): California reservoir recreation area with marina, campground, and launch facilities operated via concession — comparable mid-scale fee-funded recreation model.
• Folsom Lake State Recreation Area: Major Northern California reservoir recreation area with multi-campground operations, three marinas, and significant bass tournament hosting — comparable in scale and portfolio breadth.

Broad incumbents

• KOA (Kampgrounds of America): Large national franchise network of campgrounds offering RV/tent sites, hook-ups, and recreation amenities — comparable customer base and pricing model to Don Pedro's campgrounds.

Regional players

• Bullards Bar Reservoir: Northern California reservoir recreation area managed by Yuba Water Agency with campgrounds and boat launches; comparable campground-boating business mix in the same region.

Others

• Arta River Trips: Listed in the company's data as a neighboring Tuolumne River rafting concessionaire; representative of the adjacent adventure tourism ecosystem that complements Don Pedro's lake recreation offering.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/DonPedroLake
• Instagraminstagram.com/don_pedro_lake
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/don-pedro

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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