Reasonable parking fee ($10). No fee to launch kayaks. Boat ramp with docks on either side. One dock section sits very low for easy entry/egress from kayaks. Decent restrooms adjacent to boat ramp.No current this end of the lake. Water level pretty low this visit (just before Thanksgiving).Wind kicked up a bit in the afternoon, which gave us a bit of a headwind on the paddle back to the boat ramp.Much nicer to paddle here in the Fall. I can be really hot on the water in the hot months. Take lots of water and sunscreen during the summer.

So much to do here. On the water there were plenty of people kayaking, swimming, stand up paddleboarding, and even some small sail boats. Plenty of beach area for picnicking and everyone was friendly. There is a rope swing out there too. They also have hime/bike trails. You do have to pay for parking but worth every penny!

We enjoy spending tine here.. Lately weve been coming to this lake once a week. Parking is $10, they have parking near the lake (about 300 feet) Its a nice little lake. If you like kayaking they rent them here. Very family friendly.

This was an awesome place to kayak. Didnt realize this was practically in our back yard. Almost a swampy feel to the north Eastern section. Only 10 bucks to park and if you have a California state poppy pass its free. Sac state aquatic center also does rentals as reasonable prices. Definitely recommend a relaxing day on the water. Go early before its too hot and busy though. Also less wind

One of my favorite local water stops. Currently $10 to park. Beach area with picnic tables. Usually has kayak & stand up paddle board rentals but not during COVID.

Lots of people out on the water with kayaks, paddleboards and small sailboats. Great beach to launch from for a long easy paddle. Wind picked up a little in the afternoon but not too choppy paddling back on the kayak. Busy area with enough room to spread out.

Very accessible spot for water sports of all kinds, hiking, and biking. There is a preserve directly across from the launch/beach area that is very beautiful and fun to paddle through.

So much fun! A nice escape from the heat. Grounds are well kept for the most part but I didnt see the whole place or the bathrooms. Lifeguards on duty when the family and I went. Lots of shade. I love that they have loaner life vests for children. $10 to park so bring cash and your floaty!

We wanted a place to take the whole family. This was perfect! Mom, Dad and kids (3 to 12) swam, splashed, kayaked. Grandma and the dogs relaxed in the shade and watched. Not too crowded, able to social distance. Easy to park. Nice, clean beach area with life guards.

Came here on a Sunday to do some kayaking. My advice would be to come early if you want a picnic table or a parking spot close to the beach. You might also want to bring water shoes...the rocks under water can catch you off guard and catch a toe. This is the first time Ive been here and saw a lifeguard! Not sure of his/her schedule but it was nice to see. Parking will run you $10 or $20 if you plan on using the boat launch. They didnt charge me for the kayaks in the back of my pickup. Didnt use the public bathroom but they were open.

Right now in the early afternoon is a great place to see the bird migration

This area has a decent behaved crowd. Also the water is nice and clean at this time of the year. Wish the covid and fires give us better breathing experience next time

15 mins from home and feels like im miles away! Beautiful views with sun and water all around you.

This place is cool if your there mid week or early in the morning. On the weekends it can draw the crowds. Last time there i almost walked on a young rattlesnake. There are a couple fishing spots here that produce some of the biggest bass ive seen.

One of my favorite places to go at least 2 times a week when its HOT. Awesome place to just relax . Eat ,drink and ( plenty of water) just floating .And do not forget biking here.

Very nice place, to spend the day with the the family. There was a day fee of $10 upon arrival. There are few tables an bbq pits available. An bathrooms are with running water . An flush

Nice place for swimming, kayaking and picnicking. They have restrooms and people have really some distance to each other. Great sun views by the way lol. Check it out!

Beautiful! Boat docks ,fishing, public restrooms. Near hiking trails

We had a blast. Definitely family friendly. It was only 10$ for the day. The area was really kept clean. Lifeguards on duty during the day. Cant wait to go again.

Ive been coming here for. 37 years best place for kids

Beautiful place for an afternoon bike ride. The bike paths are well maintained and run for miles and miles. Amazing views, shady trees, creekside and riverside stops. Bathrooms and drinking fountains all along the way. Whether you are walking running, biking, swimming, boating, fishing, kayaking, etc, etc... this is a perfect area for it.

A little bit of everything for everyone. Swimming, biking, boating and relaxing. Water is quite refreshing especially during 100 plus degree days.

Clean sandy beach area as well as BBQ area. Lots of parking and well patrolled with rangers. Bring your own water craft. Water is always cold. Motor craft is alowed the lake speed limit is 5 MPH.Great for padle craft and sailing. Not alot of motor noises.

An awesome spot to raft, paddle board or kayak.

Lots of parking but also lots of people. Its $10 to park. The ranger taking the $ was not wearing a mask. Bathrooms and trashcans are open. The lake has room for all the visitors and is not too cold. Theres more dirt than sand on the shore.

This Beautiful place had both choices of dirt paths or paved. Nice place to walk and especially to ride your bike.

$10 to get in. Great lake and facilities for non motorized boating.

Love it here. Less crowded than anywhere else. Especially this time of year in April

Amazing place early in the morning. Calm water all to yourself! Our dog Ethel loved as well.

The kids loved it people were rafting and canoeing it was a great atmosphere. Public restroom was clean

This is a great place to launch your kayak and explore the lake. If you had across the lake directly from the recreational area, there is a tunnel that leads under the bike path. This area has minimal current and so there is a great deal of wildlife that flourishes here. Lots of turtles, large birds, deer, and even a giant beaver.

Relaxing good for all ages....bring chairs, water gear, grill, food, music

A good place to get a breath of fresh air after being stuck inside for over a week. I needed to clear my mind and wanted an open place with a little picturesque. Lots of empty space around for a health social distance. I cant wait for things to go back to normal.

Its so fun there. The water gets really deep fast.

Beautiful place to walk, run, bike as well as kayak and SUP Boarding

Great spot to take family and friends for picnicking, swimming, kayaking, fishing, etc. Plenty of beach area with a lifeguard. Nearby CSUS AQUATIC CENTER rents canoes, kayaks, etc. The Nimbus Fish Hatchey is also very close and is a great outing for kids.

Great spot to get away. Close to town.

Pretty okay when its not too crowded. Enough shade to use during the heat. Waters great.

Really pretty place with a nice size Beach. Lot of ppl, though.but make sure you have cash. 10 bucks to park a smaller vehicle?? They are out of their avocado minds. Now I see why ppl are moving to my home state of Texas...I feel bad for those huge trailers and RVs parked in that lot. Probably had to sell their house to park their vehicles there.

Great last minute visit with the family. We loved it, getting some kayaks to take out next time!

Beautiful place to spend on the water for paddlers.

You can park for free at Hazel Park and Ride. Parking at Sacramento aquatic center cost money. This lake is damn run-off so the water is very, also cold. There is plenty of sand beach front, along with life jackets. You can explore trails all the way to Folsom by foot or bike if you are feeling ambitious.

Fun place to take the children to learn about fishes and fishing.

Used to be great but shut down due to covid-19. Hope they will reopen soon.

Get there early on hot days as they will close the entrance typically by 11am

After breaking my leg a few months ago, I found it a great safe place for aqua therapy recovery!

Great spot to go on a hot day or to just enjoy the scenery.

Nice FAMILY park for picnic and swim in safe waters.

Great place for a walk, bike ride or picnic

$10 to park here. The walk to the water is short. The water is warm and refreshing.

Its so beautiful, good place for family picnics..

Peaceful and when it is busy.... its not crazy busy(as in the people are tolerable and respectful.

Great trails and lots of parking. Great place for any paddlesport. Watch out for the crazy caterpillars.

Good place to go kayaking and stand up paddle board

Beautiful beach, beautiful trail! Clean and peaceful.

Theres barely a blade ofgrass on the ground, under the trees so bring along chairs or tarps for seating.. otherwise is a beautiful place to spend the day. Relax n unwind and enjoy the placid waters of Lake Natoma

June 7th 2020 people are picnickin, bar-b-qing, and sun bathing.$10 fee to park and enjoy the trails or beach.Love this place because you can spend an hour or several hours here.It also smells of the foothills...lovely.

It wasnt crowded,water is nice,great for kayaks or sub.

Beach was too rocky to enjoy walking around the beach and wade out into the water

Love the overlook! It has a great view, so beautiful, awesome spot to have lunch with family or to escape the world and have some time for yourself. Get lost in this beautiful world

Quiet peaceful the lake is just like glass so smooth no Ripple no sounds

Its amazing swimming fishing dog friendly and kid friendly

Nimbus Flat Recreation Area has great trails, sandy beaches, and clean cool water. A perfect destination for the whole family.

Very beautiful place and lake. We have good time for barbecue and hiking. We see a lot of docks. Water and place is very clean. We have a good time in this park.

Ok. Little crowded, alot of tweaks roaming around, but overall not bad

Nice place for families but too crowded during weekends

Great lake a lot of people with kayaks and paddle boards seems like there was a lot of family there.

Bring soap and toilet paper, the bathrooms dont have any! Very nice lake!

For covid-19 time , it is congested now. It is a wonderful beech

It was nice, peaceful, the water was great. Kids loved it.

Awesome place for flat water kayaking

Great place to go for a walk, or bike ride with the kids in the day time!

Family friendly! Nice and clean.

Excellent place to visit to enjoy the outdoors.

Theres turtles and dear they come to water and eat the black berries. Been coming here for years.

Was not allowed to park my handicap mother when she had disability sticker on license plate person who blocked entry was rude would not answer question

Beautiful area. Plenty of hiking and access to the bike trail.

Water is close to parking and the water is soooo refreshing

Beautiful place, but the water is too cold

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Excellent place to explore the outdoors with the family.

Having a wonderful day at the DamHappy birthday Ricky

Beautiful place to hike, or take the kids to play in the water.

Great place to go for a run on the American River Trail. Then you can cool your feet off

We went here for a picnic on Mothers Day and it was great! The kids waded in the water while my wife and I hung out and watched them on shore. The geese are a little aggressive but can be shooed away when they get too close. If you go for a hike by the shore, watch out for poison oak! We saw a lot of it growing along the trails.

Great place to cool off in the summer and bring the entire family! Great rentals offered like Hydro Bike and kayaks. Large lake to roam around in but always be careful of the dam area and pumps. Competitive pricing and deals. Parking can be an issue at times.

Great place to go kayaking with access to secluded ponds that are teaming with wildlife. Lots of parking, public restrooms and easy lake access. Busy on the weekends.

I used to bike here as a kid a lot and it is still my favorite stop along the American Bike Trail. Easy access and very open. Ill dangle my feet over the steps along the water next to the steps and monument. Its icy cold in the summer from the smelt!

Happy birthday to my bbygirl, we had a great time.

Great family friendly place to spend the day.

I like to go there for a walk. The place is a little bit crowded, but if you come early morning, you can find a good parking spot.

Plenty of parking and the trails are well groomed and youcan go off trail and follow game paths. You can also walk the bike trail if you prefer pavement.You can see the remains of the first aqueduct in the area that carried water to farms 20 miles away. Unfortunately disrespectful people have graffitied the canal, but the partially submerged building is interesting and sometimes you can see river otters. There is also a marked area with a picnic table where you can observe nesting herons and egrets is the springtime.Amazing place for kayaking.

Nice place

Was fun when I was a kid growing up.

It was a great day to be kayaking in Lake Natoma!

The place is fine, I just don’t like that the kayaking route is so long. I understand that’s up to me, but I’m just putting that out there.

Beautiful picnic area for family outing. Lots of picnic tables and trails.The parking here is $10 per car which seems a little pricey though.

Beautiful beach. Well maintained, no trash on the ground. Lifeguards on duty which gives peace of mind. Its also a great place for paddle boarding, kayaking and other water sports. Overall a great beach!

6:00 pm and the place is completely pitch dark. Not a parking lot light. Not even the bathroom has a light. I like Folsom lake way better. Lots of lights out at Beals point at night.

What a fun time!!! Great place to take the kids!!