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Do I Need to Make A Reservation?During our main season (March - September) reservations would be good idea. We have 150 sites with hookups and 30 without hookups that we accept reservations for in advance. It is not uncommon to be 100% booked on weekends 4-8 weeks in advance during our main season and a year in advance for some holiday weekends. In addition to our reserved campgrounds, we have a very large open camp area which is available on a first come first served basis. During our off season (October - February) Reservations are generally not necessary. We are not yet taking reservations over the internet. For reservations please call us at 1-800-286-0576 |
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Where is Collins Lake Located?Collins Lake is located 1 1/4 hours North East of Sacramento, between Marysville and Grass Valley. For detailed directions click here. If you cannot find directions from your location please call 1-800-286-0576 and we will assist you. |
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When does your Trout Planting start?Trout planting begins in January and it continues through the end of May. We usually plant trout twice per week during this period. In this time 40,000+ trout will be planted; Many of them trophy sized. This year Collins Lake started a new program to raise trophy rainbow trout in pens over the winter for release later in the year. Read more about it on our news page. |
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Is Waterskiing Permitted?Collins Lake is a wonderful place to waterski, tube or wakeboard. In the summer, the surface temperature of the clear water hovers around a very comfortable 75-78 degrees F. The waterski season at Collins Lake begins May 1st and ends October 15th each year. |
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Are Motorcycles Allowed in the Park?STREET MOTORCYCLES are allowed to operate with the following restrictions: (1) Operation must remain ON ROAD at all times, (2) unmuffled or excessively loud exhausts are not allowed, and (3) operators must possess a valid motorcycle driver's license and obey all speed limits. Off Highway Vehicles (OHV's) such as dirt bikes and ATV's are not permitted to operate. |
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Can Jet-skis or Small Personal Watercraft be Ridden on the Lake?Small, personal watercraft such as jet-skis and small personal watercraft are not permitted to operate on Collins Lake. Many of our campers with small personal watercraft or jet-skis will take the short drive to Bullards Bar Reservoir where they are permitted and there is no launching fee. Englebright Reservoir is also nearby. Many people use Collins Lake as a base camp, as we have Electric and Water Hookups, Showers etc. |
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Are campfires permitted?Campfires are permitted under certain circumstances (see below). Campfire Rules:Positively no open ground fires are permitted anywhere in the Recreation Area. A ring of rocks is not sufficient protection to build a campfire. Fires are permitted in the barbecue grills provided in the Campground and Picnic Area or in your metal container with the following conditions: Small fires are permitted inside a metal container as long as the container has a bottom & sides tall enough to contain the fire. You must also have a 10 ft. clearance around the container of all vegetation. You must have water or a shovel near the fire and someone must be in attendance at all times. |
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Any person who allows a camp fire to escape from the container, is liable for any damages of property caused by the fire (H&SC 13007 &13008). They may also be liable for the fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services costs incurred in fighting the fire. Any and all costs shall be charged against that person or persons that caused the fire and payment of camping fees to Collins Lake Recreation Area does not, in any way, transfer this responsibiblity. |
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Does Collins Lake have cabins?We are offering a choice of 5 cabins in additions to the 4 RV trailers available for rent. Four Large Cabins (33'x12', 2 bedroom, 1 bath), 1 Queen Bed in master bedroom, 1 Full Bed & 3 Single Beds in bunkhouse bedroom, Evap. Cooler, TV, Refrigerator, Stove. Stocked with basic cooking utensils, but you provide your own bedding. TV has Satellite Dish reception. One Small Cabin (16'x12', 1 bedroom). This is a single room bunkhouse with 1 Full Bed & 3 Single Beds, Evap. Cooler & TV. This cabin has more of the simple camping feel. You provide your own bedding, ice chest, camp stove and your own utensils. Shares public restrooms. Check out our Cabins Page for more information. |
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