The Department of Water Resources (DWR)  is urging people to avoid physical contact with Castaic Lake until further notice due to algae.  On Tuesday, DWR urged people to avoid physical contact with the water at Castaic Lake in Los Angeles County until further notice due to the presence of blue-green algae.  People should also avoid eating fish or shellfish from ...

A woman was injured Sunday afternoon when a man allegedly threw a hot barbecue at a lakeside party in Castaic. At about 6 p.m. Sunday, emergency responders received reports of a call for medical assistance at the Castaic Lake lower lagoon, according to Sgt. Steven Bohnert, with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Parks Bureau. Witnesses indicated that a man was ...

This summer there are a plethora of summer activities being offered by the Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation for families all around the Santa Clarita Valley. The first of many activities at the park is the rebooted Every Body Plays Program. Which is set to take place Monday through Friday 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. starting June 12 through ...

Located just a few miles north of Los Angeles, tucked in between the Angeles and Los Padres forests, Santa Clarita is one of the most charming spots in California. It’s a gem of a city, with a wonderful climate and gorgeous landscapes, making it a great destination for families who love the outdoors. From mountain trails and shady forests to ...

Torrential rain and snow have dramatically filled Castaic Lake to near full capacity, according to officials. Castaic Lake water levels have risen to 96 percent of its total capacity, according to Maggie Macias, a spokesperson for the State Water Project.  “The lake levels are 1,509.83 (feet MSL) today,” said a Park official to a KHTS Reporter who visited the site. ...

If you visit Santa Clarita to blend in and experience the strong sense of culture, you shouldn’t miss out on some of the town’s nighttime experiences – from street parties to intimate live music. If you want to take a break from loud music, relax, and connect with nature, then there are activities such as moonlight fishing and others. Santa ...

A brush fire northeast of Castaic has prompted a response from firefighters Monday evening. The brush fire, dubbed the Rock Fire, was first reported around 9:45 p.m. on Lake Hughes Road northeast of Castaic Lake, said Jeremy Stafford, a dispatch supervisor for the Los Angeles County Fire Department. As of 10:25 p.m. the brush fire is at five acres, with ...

Castaic Lake’s water levels have lowered to 34 percent of its total capacity and are expected to get even lower as the summer goes on, according to state officials. As of Monday, Castaic Lake held only 34 percent of its total water capacity, and state officials expect to see that number dwindle even further as the long hot summer continues, ...

The Los Angeles County Department of Parks and Recreation’s (L.A. County Parks) Junior Lake Lifeguard Program opens for registration on Saturday.  Serving as one of the most successful water safety training programs in Los Angeles, the popular co-ed program provides “a challenging and exciting open water environment for kids ages 9-17 who live many miles away from the coast to ...

Over the weekend, the Los Angeles County Lake Lifeguard test is scheduled to occur at Castaic Aquatic Center, allowing potential new lifeguard candidates to try out.  The L.A. County Lake Lifeguards are continuing it’s search for lifeguards for the 2022 season and is holding the lifeguard test on Sunday, Feb. 13 in Castaic. Applicants are required to fill out the ...