Folsom Lake is located in: Folsom, CA
Phone: (916) 988-0205
About the Lake:
Folsom Lake is a very popular destination with incredible fishing and boating opportunities. With 75 miles of shoreline and over 10,000 surface acres, there are plenty of places to find your own little piece of heaven. It is considered to be one of the largest inland marinas in the area and although water levels can sometimes be a little low, this lake is a great destination for a family boating excursion. Over four million people visit this man made lake every year.
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Boat Launches:
Rattlesnake Bar
Launch is located at end of Rattlesnake Bar Road, Folsom CA 95630
Granite Bay
East of Folsom-Auburn Road on Douglas Blvd., Folsom CA 95630
Beals Point
Off Folsom-Auburn Road, just north of Dam Road, Folsom CA 95630
Dyke 8
At south end of lake
Brown's Ravine
South end of the lake
Peninsula Campground
Ten miles from Pilot Hill
Camping:
Is Camping Allowed? Yes, camping is available at the following locations:
Peninsula Campground
Directions: On the east side of the lake, 10 mi. from Pilot Hill, Hwy. 49, at the end of Rattlesnake Bar Road, Folsom CA 95630.
Beals Point Campground
Just north of Dam Road, on Folsom-Auburn Road, Folsom CA 95630.
Boat-in Camping
In Boat camping is allowed on most areas of the shoreline
Environmental Campsites
These special sites are a bit primitive and only accesible by walking in.
Boating Restrictions:
Boats may not be beached overnight, but in boat camping is allowed.
Fishing
What kind of fish can be found at the lake? This is a perfect lake for fishing and contains salmon, trout and numerous other varieties of fish.
Are there any regulations on fishing? Yes, according to lake management:
Trout and salmon: Open season: all year. Limit: five trout or salmon in combination.
Bass: Open season: all year. Limit: five
Crappie: Open season: all year. Limit: twenty-five
Catfish: Open season: all year. Limit: no limit
Sunfish: Open season: all year. Limit: no limit
Special Notes:
This is an incredibly popular lake but it does have a few downsides. The main problem appears to be low water levels near some of the launches. However, lake management has managed to develop work arounds in most locations. Please be advised that the season may be shortened if lake levels drop too much. It is best to call ahead before visiting the lake.
Please note that fires are only allowed at camp sites that have been equipped with special stoves. Please follow lake regulations on fire to avoid starting a forest fire. There is a night time speed limit of 5 mph in some locations on the lake. Please be advised of this and look for signs to indicate where the restrictions are enforced.
Nearby resorts and marinas:
Folsom Lake Marina
P.O. Box 125, Green Valley Road, Folsom CA 95763, (916) 933-1300
Near the junction of Green Valley Road and El Dorado Hills Rd.
Full service marina with 685 wet slips
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