The Collins Lake Recreational Area is at an elevation of 1,200 feet in the delightful foothills outside of Nevada County. This lake has a surface area of over 1,000 acres with over 12 miles of shoreline. The modern campground and RV Park provide well separated sites under the oak and pine trees. There is a broad sandy beach and many family and group picnic sites. All boating is allowed, but water-skiing is permitted only from May 15 to September 15th of each year. One of the finest fishing lakes in California, it is famous for Trophy trout along with a variety of warm water species. There is a snack bar, grocery store, bait and tackle shop, & hot showers. Make sure you get one of there famous ice cream cones while you are there.
CAMPING
150 Developed Sites for Tents & RVs
Fees - Call Campgrounds for updated
Full Hookups, RV & Trailer Storage, Disposal
Station, Flush Toilets
BOATING
Power, Row, Jet ski, Windsurf, Canoe, Sail,
Water-ski, and Inflatables are allowed.
Rentals: Fishing Boats with Motors,
Patio & Paddle Boats.
Docks, Berths, Moorings, Dry Storage
RECREATION
Fishing: Trout, Catfish, Bass, Crappie,
& Bluegill
Swimming, Picnicking, Hiking, Sand Beach,
Diving Raft
CONTACTS
Collins Lake Recreational Area (800) 286-0576
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