Oroville Wildlife Area provides multiple access points to the Feather River and Thermalito Afterbay for fishing and boating, with boat launch access available and designated camping areas (permits required from California Highway Patrol).

The area is open from 1.

5 hours before sunrise to 1 hour after sunset, with parking available off the levee and facilities including restrooms; access via Highway 162 headquarters entrance or Larkin Road for the main area, and Wilbur Road at Highway 162 for the Thermalito Afterbay Unit.