Folsom Lake State Recreation Area
Lake beaches, picnics, water access, trails, boating, and several specifically documented accessible day-use areas make Folsom Lake a substantial nearby outing.
- Best for
- Lake day + picnics + paths
- Water
- Folsom Lake + Lake Natoma
- Picnic
- Multiple day-use areas
- Access
- Documented accessible facilities
Location
7755 Folsom-Auburn Road, Folsom, CA 95630
Folsom · about 25 miles from Sacramento · Directions
Folsom Lake State Recreation Area spans Folsom Lake and Lake Natoma, with beaches, picnics, hiking and biking, boating, water sports, and multiple day-use entrances.
It is a large state recreation area outside Sacramento. Families should choose a specific entrance first because water levels, beach access, trails, parking, and accessible facilities vary by area.