Day Trip: THE BEST FOLSOM LAKE ACTIVITIES THAT YOU’LL LOVE

1. SWIMMING

And Boating

There are two pristine reservoirs in the recreation area known as Folsom and Natoma, both of which attract approximately two million visitors annually!

During peak season (Memorial Day to Labor Day), visitors to the park are welcome to take a refreshing dip in the waters of Lake Natoma and Folsom. The lakes are also a great spot for boating, jet skiing, canoeing, windsurfing, and much more!

Here is a quick look at some of the park’s swimming areas and beaches that are ideal for a full day of fun in the sun.

Granite Bay: Located on the west side of Folsom Lake, Granite Bay is one of the most popular areas within the park Visitors will enjoy a sandy beach, a snack bar, beach equipment rentals, and a boat ramp for lake access

Beal’s Point: Boasting an inviting beach and a boat launch, Beal’s Point provides a wide variety of activities for visitors on the west side of the lake Sailboard lessons are also offered through the snack bar at this beach!

Nimbus Flat: You’ll find this swimming beach at the south end of Lake Natoma The area is known for the Sacramento State Aquatic Center, water training school, and a calendar full of special events

2 FOLSOM LAKE FISHING

The waters of Folsom Lake are abundant with a vast array of trout, catfish, largemouth, smallmouth bass, and more.

If winding down with your fishing rod and casting the line sounds like a great way to spend a relaxing afternoon, find a watercraft from one of the Folsom Lake boat rentals or visit the Lake Natoma fishing pier at Nimbus Flat. You’ll agree that it’s one of the best fishing experiences that our area has to offer!

3 HIKING AND BICYCLE TRAILS

With over 95 miles of hiking and bicycle trails, you could spend days exploring all 19,500 acres of Folsom Lake Recreation Area

The extensive trail system includes the Pioneer Express Trail, which is part of the 50-mile Western States and Pioneer Express National Recreation Area Trail. This trek is ideal for a leisurely stroll and taking in all the stunning natural scenery of the lake and Northern California.

For a mountain biking adventure that you’ll never forget, you definitely won’t want to skip the Darrington Trail, one of the most exalted bike trails in the region. The paved American River Bike Trail loops around the perimeter of Lake Natoma and is suited for visitors looking for a more laid-bike biking excursion.

4 Wildlife And Plant Life Viewing

From towering blue oaks to spritely gray foxes, Folsom Lake is home to countless numbers of fascinating wildlife and plant life As you wander along the trails or sail across the waters of the lake, keep your eyes open for critters such as raccoons, black-tailed deer, wetland birds, or river otters (Note: keep an eye out for Poison Oak and Rattle Snakes)

You’ll also want to bring your cameras so you can take beautiful photos of the blooming wildflower fields, open woodlands, and pine trees dotting the foothills It’s a mecca of natural beauty that you’ll want to document and share with your friends and family

July 29-30 and August 5-6

The Apple Hill event is free to attend, though some growers recommend making reservations.

Community Service Day mobilizes hundreds of volunteers of all ages to complete projects throughout Folsom that benefit all sectors of the community The effort is organized by the City of Folsom and numerous Folsom businesses, organizations, and nonprofits

Since its inception, Folsom Community Service Day has made a lasting impact on the community with these impressive statistics:

19,000+ volunteers;

900+ projects completed for schools, parks, nature preserves, trails, the library, the zoo sanctuary, and local service organizations; 500+ exterior home repair, renovation, and maintenance projects completed for Folsom's senior citizens;

537,000+ pounds of food donated to the Twin Lakes Food Bank;

Thousands of care packages assembled for active duty military service members; Thousands of donated items collected for local nonprofits including bicycles, eyeglasses, shelter pet supplies, toiletries, holiday gifts, and more

OnSaturday,September16,CommunityServiceDayvolunteers shouldcheckinatLakesideChurchat745OakAvenueParkway between7am and8am toreceiveaT-shirtanda complimentarybreakfast

Contact

info@folsomcommunityservice.org