A recreational area that includes Folsom Lake and Lake Natoma
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Folsom Lake State Recreational Area includes the following areas:
Folsom Lake- Located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, approximately 25 miles northeast of Sacramento. Folsom Lake is one of the most popular lakes in northern California. Attracting nearly three million people per year, the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area is also one of the most visited recreation areas in the California State Park
system. Situated at the confluence of the north and south forks of the American River, Folsom Lake has approximately 75 miles of shoreline. The lake is formed by Folsom Dam, constructed in 1955 to control the flow of the American River, and it spans across three California counties; Placer, El Dorado, and Sacramento counties. The Folsom Lake State Recreation Area covers nearly 19,500 acres. Folsom Lake provides an abundance of recreational opportunities including swimming, fishing, boating, water skiing, wakeboarding, jet skiing, sailing, windsurfing, and camping. Hikers, cyclists, equestrians, and nature enthusiasts alike enjoy the many miles of trails and wildlife within the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. Lake Natoma is an intermediate lake along the American River, located between Folsom Dam and Nimbus Dam in Sacramento County. The lake is located within the Folsom Lake State Recreation Area. It is a recreational lake for rowing, kayaking and swimming. Powerboats are permitted with a 5 mph "no wake" restriction. Lake Natoma includes the historic Negro Bar area in Folsom, the site of a gold rush era African-American mining camp. The Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park overlooks Lake Natoma in the city of Folsom. It is a California State Historical site, preserving an early hydroelectric powerhouse. A paved cycling and jogging trail encircles the lake along with unpaved equestrian trails. Several parking lots and boat launching ramps are also located around the lake
Migration season is upon us! Join us this Tuesday at 7 AM to go birding at the Olmstead loop trail. Join our natural resources team and interpreters in heading up to Auburn SRA and bask in the biodiversity of our parks. Bring your cameras, binoculars, and big lenses to spot the birds that call our park home, whether it be year round or just a stopover on a long journey.
For event information and registration, RSVP here> https://forms.gle/jMHgEPQx3JE6XgDM6
Despite the heat, a few intrepid adventurers hit the trails with us to take part in our Summer Hiking program. Walking the Monte Vista trail they saw bugs and birds, covering over 4 miles to get a hike in before the sun got just too hot. Thank you to everyone who came out and to everyone hitting the trail this weekend, be sure to bring those water bottles!
Have you done some nature exploring this week? Want to do more? Bring your own boat and come out to join us Thursday, September 12th at 9:30 AM for a nature paddle over to "Turtle Alley" to see what plants and animals we can find. If you want a morning filled with nature spotting, sign up through the link below.
Sign up here->https://forms.gle/neqaecYvtSMS5ryz6
Yesterday we embarked on another History Raft Tour. From our old truss bridge to the story of the dam that used to power the Folsom Powerhouse, participants got to see a different side of Folsom's past from the water. A big thank you to Kim for her photo contributions!
If you want to get out on one of our rafts, make sure you're signed up for our newsletter, as these programs fill fast! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/fLZ68H5zrUbCfJLj9
**Update 9/5 5 PM: Event Full- Further RSVPs will be waitlisted**
Want to get out on the water tomorrow? 4 spots just opened up on the History Raft tour tomorrow morning at 9 AM! If you want to join us in our boats and see the sights on Lake Natoma, sign up now before the spots are gone.
Sign up here->https://forms.gle/K4MGu3LrMUrkN6157
Calling all teachers, students, and wildlife enthusiasts! Join us for our first PORTScast, and hear from California Department of Fish and Wildlife and FLSRA Interpreters about the wetlands that surround us. What creatures and plants will we find? Tune in to find out!
Link to register in the top comment below.
Bird is the word! Calling all bird enthusiasts to come join us for this birding scavenger hunt, happening next Friday. Discover and learn about different species of birds around the Folsom Lake area, while enjoying a beautiful morning.
To RSVP for the event fill out the google form: https://forms.gle/6HNQkPjf2LufCaXG6
Hot off the press! Folsom Lake SRA's September Newsletter 🥾 - https://mailchi.mp/parks/folsom-lake-sra-programs-in-september
Despite the rain this morning, we set out on the trail to learn some history. After the clouds broke, our hikers heard stories about the local history from time immemorial to our placid Lake Natoma we all know today.
From those big rock piles (they are tailings, did you know?) to our many native plants, we covered a lot today! If you want to join programs, check out our newsletter to get the first chance to join programs like this one! Link to sign up in the comments.
Two tours in one day? It's more common than you might think! Because of the huge interest in our raft tours, we took two groups out last Sunday to hit the water and learn some history. Thank you to everyone who joined us, and if you are looking to join a trip like this one, keep an eye out for our September newsletter coming out soon. That's the best place to see these tours early and get yourself a seat, they go quick!
Bats, bugs, and a wonderful breeze were all a part of last Friday's Twilight Trail Adventure. Thanks to everyone who came out to join us in watching the sun set over Lake Natoma and enjoying that beautiful lake shore view!
UPDATE 5/18: Event is now FULL! Any RSVPs will be waitlisted.
Are you looking for a family friendly program to get outside this weekend? Join us for the Nature Scavenger Hunt this Sunday to hit the trails and let's see what bugs, birds, and plants we can find.
If this sounds like a fun Sunday morning, get more details and sign up here -> https://forms.gle/mBpC41TdjCdrHQHA7
**Update 8/21 1 PM- This event is now full! If you have signed up already, you will get a confirmation with more information soon. Any further RSVPs will be added to the waitlist, and we will reach out if there are any cancellations, in order of RSVP. If you aren't able to make this program, be sure to sign up for the ones coming up in September, stay tuned!**
Do you know the story of the round rocks piled along the roads and bike trails around Folsom? If not, come out and join the Willow Creek History Walk Saturday, August 24th to find out more! If you do, you're clearly into history, so you should come too! Join this shady walk along the shore of Lake Natoma and step back in time with us.
Sign up here-> https://forms.gle/TW7ectMkkrGqDvzf6
Stars above! On Monday, we had a peaceful and clear night of stargazing and looking for shooting stars from the annual Perseid meteor shower. Thank you to everyone who joined us out there!
📸 Costi Khamis and Muskan Seth
There will be more events like this, so keep an eye out and sign up for our monthly newsletter for the chance to RSVP for our events earlier.
Newsletter sign up link -> https://forms.gle/czMS5B5UWq4CM1v88
Thank you to everyone who joined us on the Climate Resilience Walk along Lake Natoma last Saturday! We went on a walk through our native oak woodlands and participants learned about the restoration and natural resource management techniques that Parks use to maintain and protect these local ecosystems.
Peep the cool four-legged friends that came along with us as well!
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This past Sunday we got on the water and had lots of help keeping our lake clean at the Kayak Cleanup at Willow Creek. Thank you to everyone that came out and helped collect and bag trash around the park! Both on shore and by boat, our group pulled several bags worth of trash and some interesting items from the shoreline (anyone need a camp chair??).
This paddle was a great time, and we are so appreciative of the help and fun that was had out on the lake!
Looking for a volunteer opportunity in your local park? Join California State Parks Foundation for a clean up at Granite Bay, picking up trash and maybe even some invasive species removal. If you want to make an impact, sign up for the September 3rd cleanup!
Sign up here-> https://volunteer.calparks.org/opportunity/a3tJw000000LhOXIA0/folsom-lake-state-recreation-area
**Update 8/9 12:00 PM This event has filled! All further RSVPs will be placed on a waitlist. If you filled out the RSVP for you will receive a confirmation email in the next few days with details and meeting instructions. Stay tuned for more tours in the coming weeks!**
By popular demand, we have added another History Raft Tour next Sunday, August 18th at 12 PM. If you want to get out on the water to learn more about the history of the American River, the Gold Rush, and more - sign up for this tour! No paddle experience necessary, we have boats and life jackets, so get out on the water with us. Spots are very limited, so sign up soon!
Sign up here -> https://forms.gle/qZWZtZcRU3TYCdWe7
**This event is now FULL! Further RSVPs will be waitlisted**
Wanna get out on the water AND make a difference in your parks? Join us Sunday for a paddle cleanup! Bring your own boat or borrow one of ours! We have a limited supply of boats available, so RSVP quick and get yourself on this paddle! Whether you're bringing your own kayak or SUP or hopping in one of ours, join us in making parks better for everyone.
RSVP here-> https://forms.gle/yFoF1z1XNmuBEENs5
Want to get outside and enjoy a pleasant walk along the shores of Lake Natoma? Have you ever wondered what State Parks is doing to protect our local environment for future generations to enjoy? Come out to the Climate Resilience Walk and see what we're doing to keep our patch of native ecosystem thriving.
Sign up here -> https://forms.gle/ZjP87uJwoctUM2cK9
Busy beaches and new life jackets! Thanks to everyone who joined us and learned more about how to be safe around the water. Our new Jr. Rangers also got to get a new life jacket, and earned a Jr. Ranger badge at yesterday's Water Safety program.
Here is a little recap so that you can also be safe on the water!
⚠️ Make sure you are always wearing a well-fitted life jacket and appropriate swimwear whether out on a boat or dipping your toes into the cool water. Loaner Life jackets are available from the “Kids Don’t Float” life jacket boards found around our parks.
🌊 Swim in designated swim-zones with a lifeguard present and an adult/buddy nearby.
🏖️ Be aware of the beach and potential water hazards (rocks, temp., current, etc.) before you go out. Even if water looks still on top, it could be flowing fast underneath!
🦺In case of emergency, call for a lifeguard and/or 911. DO NOT go in after someone who may be drowning. Remember to Reach or Throw, Don't Go!
A big thank you to the Division of Boating and Waterways for providing life jackets for yesterday's program!
With a nice cover of clouds, yesterday was the perfect morning to learn about some of the historic landmarks along Lake Natoma. Thank you to everyone who joined us out there and asked great questions!
Look out for more raft tours in the future!
Folsom Lake SRA August Newsletter ☀️ - https://mailchi.mp/parks/folsom-lake-sra-programs-in-august
Are you being water safe when you go out to the lake? Would you like to up your safety game with a life jacket FOR FREE?? Sign up for this week's Junior Ranger Water Safety program and get a Jr. Ranger badge and even score a free life jacket!
Supplies are limited, so to get a life jacket you have to RSVP! Follow this link to sign up -> https://forms.gle/Z23iJvBqu23Mwc639
This last Sunday we got out on the water and paddled over to see the sights at "turtle alley" for our Evening Nature Paddle. We got to see the sun setting and had time to take in the beauty of Lake Natoma in the twilight hours. Thank you to everyone that joined us!
What a perfect morning to get out, get some cardio and steps in! Thank you ladies for joining me today on the trail! Until next time! - Your friendly Senior Park Aide, Leenna -
** Update 11:50 AM 7/26: This event has filled! Any further responses will be placed on a waitlist. There will be more raft events next month, so stay tuned if you didn't get a spot on this one!**
Do you have an interest in history and want to get out on the water for a guided tour? Hop in a raft with us and see the historic sights of our local history.
If that sounds like a solid Friday morning to you, sign up here -> https://forms.gle/KmwnFsak9VaivLJy5
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Juneteenth is happening now at Black Miners Bar! Come enjoy the live music, beer garden, vendors, and food! All are welcome!
It is coming down today in Folsom! We hope everyone is staying dry and driving safely in this weather. #StormyWeather #Rain #Nature #Weather #FLSHP #FLSRA
Let's get building! Come out and join us for this FREE event, supplies included! RSVPs are required so send us an email at [email protected] to let us know you're coming and which session you will be joining. Bring your creativity and any decorations you want to add and we'll see you Saturday at 10 AM or 1 PM. Full event details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1708801619617900
Run Salmon Run! The late fall salmon run on the American River has begun, as the salmon make their way from the Pacific Ocean upriver to spawn. These gates lead to the fish ladder to the Nimbus Hatchery where the salmon will spawn and the next generation will be released. Come down to see the salmon and catch an interpreter on Saturdays and Sundays to learn more!
We are heading to bed early tonight so we can be up bright and early for tomorrow’s Sunrise Stroll. Meet at 6am at the Folsom Powerhouse SHP.
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