Folsom Lake


Folsom Lake is nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in El Dorado, Placer, and Sacramento Counties about 25 miles northeast of Sacramento in the Central Valley of California. Folsom Lake covers 1,500 acres with 75 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 250 feet when it is full. The United States Bureau of Reclamation manages the Folsom Project, which includes the Nimbus afterbay reservoir and dam facilities two miles southwest of Folsom Lake, which provides flood control, hydroelectricity, drinking water, and irrigation.  More Lake Information

Folsom Lake Camping


Beals Point Recreation Area

Beals Point Recreation Area is an excellent place for tent pitching. It allows overnight camping with barbecue pits, picnic tables, a snack bar that offer beach equipment rentals such as kayaks, paddleboards,...

Negro Bar Group Camp

Negro Bar Group Camp features three group tent-only sites. Two locations can hold up to 50 people and 25 vehicles apiece. The alternative gathering spot can hold up to 25 people and 12 cars. The amenities are...

Peninsula Campground

The Peninsula Campground is located on the east side of Folsom Lake that offers 100 campsites with a maximum of 8 persons per site. The campsite is mixed with tent and RV sites. Non-specific reservations are...

Folsom Lake Marinas


Folsom Lake Marina

Folsom Lake Marina is located in El Dorado Hills, CA, that features slips rentals, boat, kayak rentals, pontoon rentals, and dry storage. The marina is guarded 24 hours a day with access to the park. All...

Folsom Lake What To Do


Sutter Club Sports Bar

Sutter Club Sports Bar is a pub bar in Folsom, CA, that serves a wide selection of beers on tap, crafted beers, and more. Plus, it has a hometown feel that makes the atmosphere relaxing.

Orangevale Farmers Market

Orangevale Farmers Market provides local produce, fruit, berries, honey, salsa, tamales, eggs, humus, cheese, pasta, gluten-free baked goods, bread, olive oil, and locally made crafts are all available. The...

Willamette Wineworks

Willamette Wineworks is a micro-winery built by Willamette Valley Vineyards as a wine, blending, and food experience. A one-of-a-kind hands-on wine mixing experience, wine, and food pairings, and retail wine...

Sprouts Farmers Market

Sprouts Farmers Market, located in Folsom, CA, provides organic and natural grocery items. Many store services are offered, such as salad bar, olive bar, beer, wine, etc. This spacious market provides fresh...

Indian Creek Country Club

Indian Creek Country Club is a unique public course that is a challenging par 32 golf course. It features 9 holes with 4,444 yards and perfect greens. It has a fun and friendly atmosphere, and friendly staff.

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Folsom Lake Current Weather Alerts

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Folsom Lake Weather Forecast

Friday

Hot

Hi: 98

Friday Night

Clear

Lo: 66

Saturday

Hot

Hi: 100

Saturday Night

Clear

Lo: 68

Sunday

Hot

Hi: 100

Sunday Night

Clear

Lo: 68

Labor Day

Hot

Hi: 100

Monday Night

Mostly Clear

Lo: 68