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Is Folsom Lake dry?

Is Folsom Lake dry?

Folsom Lake hasn’t been this dry at this point in the year since 1977. The only other time the lake was this dry at the end of May was in 1977, when the lake contained about 303,000 acre-feet of water.

Can you drink alcohol on Folsom Lake?

Just a reminder! Alcohol consumption is not allowed in any of the day use areas around Folsom Lake and Lake Natoma.

Why do they let so much water out of Folsom Lake?

It also has led to more water being drained out of Oroville and Folsom to prevent salt water from intruding on the environmentally sensitive Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta, the hub through which billions of gallons of water are pumped to the San Joaquin Valley and Southern California.”

Is Folsom Lake Cash only?

Entry fees for the park must be paid to the Park Aide at the Entrance Kiosk. Payment types accepted: Cash or Credit/Debit cards.

How late is Folsom Lake Open?

Folsom Lake offers 75 miles of shoreline. Usually open 7 days a week, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., contact the park office for seasonal variations.

Which is the best swimming beach at Folsom Lake?

Best Swimming Beach at Folsom Lake. Granite Bay is the best place to launch a boat at Folsom Lake, just take Douglas Blvd. to the east and it dead ends into the entrance of the State Park.

Is there a day use area at Folsom Lake?

Beal’s Point is an area at Folsom Lake with a campground and a day use area. We have only used the day use area. There is a nice grassy area with covered picnic tables, BBQ grills and restrooms, as This hidden gem is hidden within Rattlesnake Bar.

Is it safe to kayak in Folsom Lake?

There is a designated area for swimming and kayaking that is safe, because there are also other areas of Folsom Lake that allow boating. There is also a bike trail that leads to Beal’s Point so you can ride your bike as well.

Where to launch a boat at Folsom Lake?

Granite Bay is the best place to launch a boat at Folsom Lake, just take Douglas Blvd. to the east and it dead ends into the entrance of the State Park. Entry fees are modest considering the fun to be had on the other side of the entrance.