Folsom Lake State Recreation Area

Category: State park in Folsom, California

Address: 7755 Folsom-Auburn Rd, Folsom, CA 95630, USA

Phone: +19169880205

Opening hours

Sunday: 6AM–10PM

Monday: 6AM–10PM

Tuesday: 6AM–10PM

Wednesday: 6AM–10PM

Thursday: 6AM–10PM

Friday: 6AM–10PM

Saturday: 6AM–10PM

Reviews

David Turecki

Sep 13, 2022

I fish in the lake and also swim there it's an all around great place to spend an afternoon with friends and family

Натали Натуся

Sep 11, 2022

The location is not bad, but it is very far to walk to the water.

Jesus Lua

Sep 7, 2022

Very good place enough space and quiet

John Razee

Sep 6, 2022

Had a great time at the lake the water is very low but that is Because of the drought And because they let way too much water out of that lake

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Questions & Answers

Does anyone know if they are open today, Easter Sunday?

Eli Scantlen | Sep 15, 2018
Thai Chanoko | Sep 15, 2018

Definitely open.

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How mubh per night per camp site

James Hill | Sep 15, 2019
Isaac LaR | Sep 14, 2020

Call in, I'm not exactly sure

Does it have RV hookups?

Genna Bowling | Sep 15, 2018
Laszlo Mohacsi | Sep 15, 2018

Yes

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Can I'm using my fishing kayak

jose Rodriguez | Sep 14, 2020
Yari Quirarte | Sep 14, 2020

Yes

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Is folsom lake open today. Day after 4th of July.

Tiffanie Canale | Sep 14, 2020
Jeff Chilton (StockWolf) | Sep 14, 2020

Yes

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Can you bathe ??

Hortencia Arciniega | Sep 14, 2020
Isaac LaR | Sep 14, 2020

Yes

Is the lake open? Can you swim in the lake?

Gustavo Gomez | Sep 14, 2020
Allora Domani | Sep 14, 2020

Yes, it's open, you can swim and camp, check online for info. The lake is super clean and nice, pretty high!

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We are looking for a day camp where we can pull in with a very long 60 ft stock trailer. No animals on board. Would the area and sights permit access and wide area to turn around?

ka hansen | Sep 15, 2019
Kyra S | Sep 15, 2019

You would have a very hard time turning around. You can bring your trailer, but you must park it in the side of the road. There is not a ton of space to turn around so I would try to shoot for something smaller, and not as long.

Do they allow dogs at the camp grounds?

Kristyna Erickson | Sep 15, 2019
Kenny Gregg | Sep 15, 2019

Yes

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What about fall colors??

Sindhu Dabbiru | Sep 15, 2019
Jeff DeGroot | Sep 15, 2019

If you really want to see some great fall colors look up a road called Mormon immigrant road it runs between highway 88 and highway 50 for about 20 miles you will see the most amazing fall colors this time of year. Enjoy!

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Is there fishing? If flyfishing is it catch and release?

Terry Cuyler | Sep 15, 2018
Traci Pomodoro | Sep 15, 2018

You can fish if you have a license. You can keep the fish.

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Is the National Park Poppy pass for seniors valid for parking fees? Or is it only State Park passes?

Joellen Oslund | Sep 15, 2018
Kates Krates | Sep 15, 2018

Senior poppy pass covers parking ( to most if not all ) CA state parks only. National is for the big federall reserves\parks only. It may go by a different name then your question. PS ...CA 4th graders now to get 5th grade get in national parks free for 2018!

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Are camping and camp fires allowed at Beals Point at Folsom Lake ??

Mark Allen | Sep 15, 2018
VJ | Sep 15, 2018

Yes, in the pits only though

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Is metal detecting ilegal

arcata company | Jul 16, 2022
mike | Jul 16, 2022

It's Illegal to possess or use a metal detector in the Folsom state rec area.

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Is the lake open now for the public?

Bri Symone | Sep 14, 2021
Griselda Maestas | Sep 14, 2021

Yes $12 daily. The lake is so try you have to walk down 10 minutes

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Open at Saturday?

Vitalii Vitalii | Sep 14, 2020
Amy Pollex | Sep 14, 2020

Everyday

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Are there bike trails?

Dan SSC | Sep 14, 2020
Dan SSC | Sep 14, 2020

Thanks for the info!👍👍👍

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Does it cost to park.

Dale Peckham (Dale) | Sep 14, 2020
Joe S. | Sep 14, 2020

They will allow you in for 15 mins to take pictures for free, anything longer than that there is a fee... don't think it is too much.

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Can birthday party there ?

XOSADIES _ | Sep 15, 2019
Shubham patil | Sep 15, 2019

Absolutely. You just need to give then a heads up for proper arrangements !

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Anyone know if there are any BBQ areas open or are they all occupied

JEANNIE TSOSIE-GREEN | Sep 15, 2019
Isaac LaR | Sep 14, 2020

They're open! One year later... lol

How long can u stay in a rv

Felix Pasillas | Sep 15, 2019
David Pokrant | Sep 15, 2019

Not sure? Most parks allow 12 days and no more than 2 weeks. Cause they don't want people living there.

Are there camping sites to put down a tent? Is it in the recreation area proper?

Aaron Pierdon | Sep 15, 2019
Samad Ebadi | Sep 15, 2019

Yes you can camp on the other side Beals point folsom

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Can I go camping today

Flip Johnson | Sep 15, 2019
min martar (QBDRUSA) | Sep 15, 2019

Yes

Can you ride dirt bikes or quads at Folsom lake ?

Gary Johal | Sep 15, 2019
Skarleth Navarro | Sep 15, 2019

I think so it's possible

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Cash only at pay stations?

Jessica Anderson | Sep 15, 2019
Melody Strum | Sep 15, 2019

Skert skert

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How much is the day use fee?

Cj Talmadge | Sep 15, 2018
Kates Krates | Sep 15, 2018

$12. Per car and access is limited to few areas of lake on the weekends. Was not always so restricted...

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Can you rent Kayak there and for how much?

Wendy Fernandez | Sep 15, 2018
Wesley Gaines | Sep 15, 2018

Yes and paddle boards I think it was 30 an hour

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When does it usually get crowded

Jacqueline | Sep 15, 2018
Cody D | Sep 15, 2018

I would say you will always be able to find your own little sweet spot.

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Do they have public showers?

Stacey H | Sep 15, 2018
Matthew Medeiros | Sep 15, 2018

Yes they do

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What counties border folsom lake?

Michael Wagner | Sep 15, 2018
greg white | Sep 15, 2018

Placer and eldorado and Sacramento to the South

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can i camp a folsom lake recreation

Wass Up | May 17, 2022
Kim Seymour | Aug 15, 2022

Can you camp at last minute if sites are available?

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What are they catching in Folsom lake these days

David Turecki | Apr 17, 2022
Denise Ahumada | Apr 17, 2022

Bass

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Do you have to make reservations to camp at the camp grounds, And how much is it?

Wesley Rodrigue | Sep 14, 2021
Sundaresan Rajaraman | Sep 14, 2021

I don't think so

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Is there free parking?

Kathy Savathphan | Sep 14, 2021
Brett Olson | Sep 14, 2021

12 bucks every where ive been

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Is it allowed to swim here after closing?

UndeadGaming | Sep 14, 2021
UndeadGaming | Sep 14, 2021

No I mean is it legal to be there at night not use the state parking just literally legal to be there with no car at night

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Is it too dry to swim at?

Cherrish Angel | Sep 14, 2021
Ethan Morales | Sep 14, 2021

No

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Does anyone know if it’s open to camp?

Chapines en California | Sep 14, 2021
Nui Saua | Sep 14, 2021

Yes they are

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How early should you be to get the spot you want on Oak Beach Folsom lake?

Scott Brandner | Sep 14, 2021
ryan pendergraft | Sep 14, 2021

As early as possible. Not sure if I have been to specific spot, but if you know it's busy the sooner the better

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Besides the drought excuse, there's must be other reasons why the water level decreased greatly does anyone else who truly cares know? Tia

A P | Sep 14, 2021
Andrew A | Sep 14, 2021

It doesn't rain enough in California anymore. It's called climate change. Look for water levels and wildfires to continue until humans address this issue

How many churches in this area?

Milas Schroeder | Sep 14, 2021
Chelsea Morgan | Sep 14, 2021

Quite a few!! Plenty to choose from

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Does Folsom lake have group camping sites

Laura Lee | Sep 14, 2021
Nishanth Kumar Gunda | Sep 14, 2021

Yes they have at Beal's point

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Is this a place to camp? If so are they open?

Alishia Youngblood | Sep 14, 2021
Dale Huntington | Sep 14, 2021

Yes, we see a trailer in the lake, looked like they have been there 2 or 3 days, they will let water out of hell hole or french medows, if we dont get enough rain, please check be for you go. Dale

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We are planning a trip up this coming weekend. Do you know if the lake is stocked?

FishingCouple661 BassProShops | Sep 14, 2021
Mark Simpson | Sep 14, 2021

Speed limit is also 25mph around the entire lake...California Sportsman radio show on KHTK 1140 am Saturday 6-8am usually has some good fishing info..6-630 am is kent brown who mainly talks bass..maybe that will help.. could also check their website for the show..I've been out to the lake few times in last 2 weeks and I see people/boats out fishing..so do what you want with that limited infor..tight lines!!

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Are they open today? Christmas Eve

James M | Sep 14, 2021
Lawrence Peakoff | Sep 14, 2021

I'm sure you can get down to the water 🌊 and 🐟🐠

Are they opened today

Kimberly Lopez | Sep 14, 2021
Adam-David Pepper | Sep 14, 2021

Yes.

Are there any dry camping areas around folsom lake? Like that aren't necessarily a campground persay

kbuc tearnes | Sep 14, 2020
Mister Buzo | Sep 14, 2020

Yes ma'am

Are they open today August 1st ?

Jacob Salinas | Sep 14, 2020
Rob Marques | Sep 14, 2020

Yes

Whats the best time to go? Nice friendly spot for family to hang out in and relax? Thanks!

JOHN E | Sep 14, 2020
Vladimir Makeyenko | Sep 14, 2020

Best time to go is around 2 PM and on the middle island

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Are you guys full

Alberto Sanchez | Sep 14, 2020
Tzvi Hametz | Sep 14, 2020

Hey Alberto, I'm not sure if the park actually answers this Google listing. What do you mean by full? It's a big park, my family was there last week and it was plenty big to accommodate a lot of people and a good distance apart.

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So would a stroller be able to go down? NOT a jogging stroller but a two seater, four weeler

cassidy thomas | Sep 14, 2020
Jennifer A | Sep 14, 2020

Yes with cautious

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Does anyone know a good place on the lake where dogs can swim?

Nate Kahl | Sep 14, 2020
Sarah Moore | Sep 14, 2020

Beals points. The far side of main entrance, more sucluded that the main beach

Does anyone knows if is going to be open in the 4th of July?

Maria Angelica Guerrero | Sep 14, 2020
Andrew Meza | Sep 14, 2020

I'm pretty sure it will be open for the 4th of July

Which is better for kayaking and swimming- Folsom Lake or Lake Natoma? And any recommendations on where to launch?

Jennifer O'Donnell | Sep 14, 2020
Jose L | Sep 14, 2020

Both are good folsom you can go on the kayak to the open. and swim on the beach, just go to Beal's . and natomas you can go along the river and has nicer views natomas has fewer places with sand to swim

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Is there anything available tent camping for tonight?

American Motorhome | Sep 15, 2019
Melissa Fischer | Sep 14, 2020

They always have available for camping...

Is there access by car to put kayaks into the tributaries at the North and North East ends of the lake?

C Hansen-Dix | Sep 15, 2019
Julia Landreth | Sep 15, 2019

Yes...Rattlesnake bar.

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Can you get cellphone signal

Reyna Nava | Sep 15, 2019
Lorenza Vasquez | Sep 15, 2019

I loved buelbo.as soon as I can.🤗👏👏👏

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We just got a jeep and was wondering if they have any fun trails ?

kerry toscano | Sep 15, 2019
johnna degraffenreid | Sep 15, 2019

No there is not any trails.... this strictly some boating fun....

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What time is it close Sunday?

Jose Izquierdo | Sep 15, 2019
your mom | Sep 15, 2019

Most parks are sunrise to sunset unless you're staying overnight

Can I uber or get someone to drop me off?

Ray Ray | Sep 15, 2019
Laurie Chaidez | Sep 15, 2019

If you get Uber, how do you plan to get back? They probably won't drive in to pick you up. You would be there without transportation. As the other person said, you would have to hoof it!

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What time is it usually open? And what time does it close at?

Fanfiction Anonymous | Sep 15, 2019
Evan Bagdis | Sep 15, 2019

I know it closes at 10pm. I'm not sure about opening.

Where is the staging area for horses?

A Google User | Sep 15, 2019
Rosana Cramer | Sep 15, 2019

Unaware of any staging area for horses. Ask ranger of park possibly

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Is the trail open all around Lake Natoma

Bob Smart | Sep 15, 2019
James Haskins | Sep 15, 2019

Maybe not officially, but you can still navigate through where the rock fall occurred. There are now very well defined paths...at your own risk, of course.

Do you know which area to drive to so we can easily access the lake shore?

Jane Nguyen | Sep 15, 2019
Lucas Robinson 008 | Sep 15, 2019

That doesnt really exsist on the north side. You gotta park and walk a ways over. Idk about south side

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Are they open on 4th of July?

Marilyn Huang | Sep 15, 2019
Susan Van Gilder | Sep 15, 2019

Should be packed! High water, very little shore area left!

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How long can you stay in rv? Are there rv hookup sites?

Kitty Marie | Sep 15, 2019
James Fischer | Sep 15, 2019

Beals point does. Up to 31 ft

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Is granite bay opened today?

Tammra Benton | Sep 15, 2019
kevin gundestrup | Sep 15, 2019

It's open. Some parts are closed because the water is too high.

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Are people swimming in the lake yet, or is it still too cold? 🧜‍♀️

Sheri Angel | Sep 15, 2019
Jose DeLeon | Sep 15, 2019

Yes it's still cold but you could do it I will be there this weakened

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Can I camp at this amazing beautiful desert called Folsom Lake?

Melody Strum | Sep 15, 2019
Mike Woods | Sep 15, 2019

Yes... several areas...

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How much does it cost to camp for one night?

Susana Ye | Sep 15, 2019
Tommy Candelaria | Sep 15, 2019

ITS ABOUT $20- $24 A NIGHT THINK WEEKENDS HAVE 2 NITE MINIMUM COULD BE WRONG.REALL BEAUTIFUL ...WATCH OUT FOR RATTLERS IF YOU LIKE THE TRAILS BEWARE AND PRPARED WE HAD ALOT RAIN SEASON MORE RAIN MORE SNAKES. HOPE THIS IS HELPFUL WHERE HIGH PROFILE BOOTS DOGS BEWARE. I KNOW IVE SEEN ANIMAL DOG GET BIT IT WASN'T PRETTY.

How long does it take to go from Beal's point Marina to Peninsula campground via water in a ski boat?

Sheila Fruge | Sep 15, 2019
Jasmine H. | Sep 15, 2019

That is a very specific question. I wish I could assist, but I've never been on a ski boat. 🤷

Can you have a contained fire near the water at Folsom lake?

Gary Johal | Sep 15, 2019
john Jaworski | Sep 15, 2019

Yes, in designated fire pits

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Is there a dog restrictions for RV camping here

Beverly Mclemore | Sep 15, 2019
Deepak Raj | Sep 15, 2019

No

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Are dogs allowed at Folsom Lake? I read not at swimming beaches but the website doesn't list the swimming beaches?

Debra Parker | Sep 15, 2019
Eduardo Morales | Sep 15, 2019

So there are rattle snakes,do the snakes get into the lake,around the campsite or are visibles?

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Hi Is it free?

Qaseem Amarkhil | Sep 15, 2019
Jaxon | Sep 15, 2019

12 dollars to park.

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what dose it cost

Renee Cocoletzi | Sep 15, 2019
Gina Duran | Sep 15, 2019

The museum is $2

Where is rv parking Folsom state lake

Brian Lovelady | Sep 15, 2019
Martha Gray-Heffner | Sep 15, 2019

There are camping sites for RVs at Beals Point, Folsom Lake off Auburn-Folsom Road. There are several parking sites for vehicles towing boats, but I don't believe you can set up RV in these spaces for camping. Granite Bay off Auburn-Folsom Road and Douglas Blvd. may have RV spaces for camping. Recommend searching CA state parks online.

I’m looking for a place to take my car to off-road. I’ve heard of many people coming here to do so. Is it legal and are there any specific spots I would have to go?

Epic Gamer | Sep 15, 2019
Jessie Butterfield | Sep 15, 2019

If you go to granite bay there are a few rocks and dirt and stuff 😌

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When are you guys open , and how many hours a day .

Perry Poff | Sep 15, 2019
Carl Brunberg | Sep 15, 2019

Park is open until 10 PM during daylight saving and 7pm in daylight standard time.

Is there full RV hook ups at Folsom Lake SRA?

Mary Tozer | Sep 15, 2019
Ted Wolfe | Sep 15, 2019

That might depend on which part of the lake you are at. Some spots definetly, no.

Are they open on labor day?

Tremain Lyles | Sep 15, 2018
DB Cooper | Sep 15, 2018

Yes they are. 6am - 10pm

It's difficult to navigate as a tourist/visitor not knowing the areas road restrictions and how that will affect our visits to and from the lake. Where traveling from 3027 Waterman Ct El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

Rose K | Sep 15, 2018
Richard Cantzler | Sep 15, 2018

Generally there are no road restrictions at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, except that it generally closes at Dusk.

How much r the showers at Bealls point

Melody Mack | Sep 15, 2018
Bethany Dalton | Sep 15, 2018

50 cents for 4 mins i think

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What is the cost pre night?

Joseph Garcia | Sep 15, 2018
Tobie Edwards | Sep 15, 2018

33 per night

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is there dispersed camping in the area?

Jesse | Sep 15, 2018
Sue Taylor | Sep 15, 2018

As far as I know no there is not

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And also just wondering.... Is it an awesome lake to swim in?

A. C. | Sep 15, 2018
Eric M | Sep 15, 2018

Not sure I would say its an awesome lake to swim in, but its okay. Some parts are better for swimming than others, just depends on which beach you go to.

Can you swim in the lake?

A. C. | Sep 15, 2018
Wendy Lorigan | Sep 15, 2018

Absolutely you can! I grew up swimming, skiing and just having fun at Folsom lake! Enjoy

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Where are some good fishing spots? I'm taking the kids in a few weeks.

Regina Mostad | Sep 15, 2018
Jeremy Dustin | Sep 15, 2018

The less crowded beaches between Beals Point and Granite Bay are usually the best to throw a line out on the water, as less people means less noise and less disturbance for any small fish that are present in Folsom Lake. Some people go on their boats and fish from the middle of the lake but less crowded shorelines are the next best spots. Other good places include Michigan Bar further down the American River.

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Can dogs go in the water

Trevor “EchoHack” Hanes | Sep 15, 2018
Betsy Griffin | Sep 15, 2018

Yes but they do have a leash law there

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Can you barbecue anywhere in the park where you find a spot?

Stephanie Monroy | Sep 15, 2018
lars Mintz | Sep 15, 2018

There are many designated areas for barbecues like you said but if you have a self-contained barbecue I'm sure you won't get hassled. They just frown upon fires

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Are the distances listed on the "out & back" trails one-way or round trip?

Marc Asuncion | Sep 15, 2018
Folsom Lake Bryan | Sep 15, 2018

There and back

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Do I have to pay to use any of the hiking trails?

Marc Asuncion | Sep 15, 2018
Jason Andrews (jandre2k3) | Sep 15, 2018

If you are not parking there, you do not pay.

Is it handicap friendly for fishing?

Jeri Anderson | Sep 15, 2018
Judith Christensen | Sep 15, 2018

Yes

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Is there overnight parking or camping here ?

Michael | Sep 15, 2018
Cindi Heller | Sep 15, 2018

Yes.

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Is the campground @ Beals Pt. open all yr to campers? Do we need to make a reservation

Kathy Johnson | Sep 15, 2018
Vojin Damjanac | Sep 15, 2018

Yes and yes.

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Is there anywhere to rent a boat on Folsom

Richard Hobson | Sep 15, 2018
Shawn Colbert | Sep 15, 2018

No boat rentals

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Can we do barbecue

Raquel Sanchez | Sep 15, 2018
Eve Galvan | Sep 15, 2018

Yes you can in certain parts of the lake there are grills available but you can bring your own

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Hello. Are the ADA sites released to the general public once the other sites are full?

D P | Sep 15, 2018
Lilian Holmes | Sep 15, 2018

Don't know but personally I don't think so.

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Is there any facility to rent a kayak here?

Akhil Chandekar | Sep 15, 2018
dorothy edwards | Sep 15, 2018

In the summer months yes. The fish hatchery by Lake Natoma [50 and Hazel] rents them.

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How do I walk around the whole lake ? along the north fork between Rattlesnake bar stare park & no hands bridge ? No hands to Rattlesnake boat launch ? Thanks

comson66 | Sep 15, 2018
Cory Lowery | Sep 15, 2018

I recommend you use a good pair of shoes and lots of snackers.. it's going to take a couple days to walk the trails.

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Are there areas of the lake that I can fly my drone?

Mike O | Sep 15, 2018
Scott Jensen | Sep 15, 2018

As far as I know there are no restrictions. You're probably okay as long as you don't fly it near the dam i would think. I have seen people at the lake with them.... I'm pretty sure as long as you don't go making it a nuisance by flying it around and bugging people or pushing your luck flying near the dam the FAA and authorities should not have a problem with it.

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Is there a charge to get into the park?

Fern Epstein | Sep 15, 2018
Yvette Buettgen-Campeau | Sep 15, 2018

Yes. Pay ay ranger station, if no ranger, pay at kiosks.

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Is their pop up tent hook ups

ART AGUIRRE | Sep 15, 2018
Joe Gavenonis | Sep 15, 2018

No hook-up

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Is it possible to access it ( not overnight ) but like at like 8 or 9pm ??

My Tran | Sep 15, 2018
Matthew Medeiros | Sep 15, 2018

Yes

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How much is camping?

Destiny Marshall | Sep 15, 2018
gurudutt b.r | Sep 15, 2018

Varies between $28 to $33 depending upon the season

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Do you have boat rentals?

Judy Sandoval | Sep 15, 2017
Cody Bess | Sep 15, 2018

There is a company, in the Granite Bay corner of the lake next to the launch ramp, that offers rentals of various styles of boats, ski, bass, deck/pontoon, wave runners etc.., although kinda pricey from what i remember. And at Brown's Ravine(Folsom Marina) they rent pontoon boats.

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