Lake, marina, rivers to launch watercrafts in Southern California?

Question

I live in Riveriside, California, does anyone know of any lakes, marina, rivers, etc. nearby that one can launch their jetski(s) for FREE like in other states?

Answer 1

The bad news is there's no place close to you that has free boat launching sites.  You'll either have to drive out to the ocean or to the Colorado River. If you don't mind paying a fee, Lake Perris is probably your best bet for a good place to ride, other places relatively close by is Lake Elsinore or Big Bear Lake.

Closes free ramp will be San Pedro harbor, Dana Point, or Oceanside Harbor.  Long Beach and Marina Del Rey charges a fee to launch last time I was there.