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Campground
Englebright Lake Boat-In Campground
Harry L. Englebright Lake, California
About this campground
Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra Nevada foothills.
Englebright Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, within a steep canyon with notable waterfalls and abundant wildlife.
A mix of agricultural land and thick forest surround the lake and campgrounds.
Map
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- Latitude
- 39.239380° N
- Longitude
- 121.262479° W
Know before you arrive
Access, sites & campground features
Official facility and campsite inventory, supplemented by clearly marked community reports when the official listing does not publish the detail.
Access
- Boat-in
- Drive-in
Site types
- Tent sitesCommunity report
Features
For campers
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Picnic table
- FiresUse only when the current order allows flame
- ADA access
- Pets allowedDogs are allowed in developed Army Corps recreation areas when penned, caged, on a leash no longer than six feet, or otherwise physically restrained. Pets are excluded from swimming beaches, sanitary facilities, playgrounds, and other posted areas.
- Reservable
For vehicles
- Water hookupsCommunity report
Official campground guide
Plan with the full campground details
Facility information, site rules, booking windows, and published rates. Source snapshot checked Oct 18, 2026.
Overview
Englebright Lake is nestled in the steep Yuba River canyon, of the Sierra Nevada foothills. This location offers a unique boat-in camping experience, several species of sport fish, abundant wildlife, and year round water-based recreational activities for enthusiasts and families alike. Located between Grass Valley and Yuba City off State Route 20.
Facilities
Campsites are accessed by boat only. Sites are remote with no hookups. Vault toilets are available within walking distance. Be sure to pack potable water with you before heading to your campsite. Some of the campsites are located in open, grassy areas while others are tucked into wooded areas. A marina convenience store is located on the lake and accessible by land or water.
Recreation
Englebright Lake is a destination fishery, providing anglers with a variety of options including small and large mouth bass, trout and Kokanee salmon. The boat-in campground has 51 sites that include a fire ring, lantern hanger, picnic table and tent pad.
Natural Features
Englebright Lake is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills, within a steep canyon with notable waterfalls and abundant wildlife. A mix of agricultural land and thick forest surround the lake and campgrounds.
Nearby Attractions
Narrows Day Use Area, Joe Miller Recreation Area, Bridgeport State Park and New Bullards Bar Reservoir are nearby.
Activities & amenities
What Recreation.gov or the campground’s official source specifically lists.
Available activities
- Camping
- Boating
- Canoeing
- Birding
- Day Use Area
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Jet Skiing
- Kayaking
- Paddling
- Paddle Boating
- Picnicking
- Swimming
- Water Access
- Water Skiing
- Tubing
- Swimming Site
- Water Activities
- Water Sports
Amenities and facility features
- Vault or pit toilets
- Potable water
- Picnic tables
- Site fire ring or grillUse only when the current order allows flame
- Pets allowedFollow the exact facility restrictions
- Accessible Boat Ramp
- Boat Ramp
- Campfire Rings
- Day Use Area
- Lantern Posts
- Vault Toilets
Recreation sites
Published inventory grouped by site type. Individual sites can have stricter limits.
Boat In
51 sites- Equipment
- Boat
- Maximum people
- 8
- Maximum vehicles
- 2
- Check-in
- 02:00 PM
- Check-out
- 12:00 PM
- Accessible sites
- None flagged in site inventory
Site rules, inventory & rates
Facility rules, inventory procedures, and price seasons published by the official source.
Site rules
- Base site allowance
- Payment will be made through Recreation.gov
- Max Stay
- 14 nights
- Holiday-weekend minimum
- 0 days
- Weekend minimum
- 0 days
- Reservation cutoff
- 0 Not Reservable
- Maximum published vehicles
- 2 vehicles per site
- Check-in
- 02:00 PM
- Check-out
- 12:00 PM
- Food storage
- Englebright Lake Boat-In Campground's official facility record checked 2026-10-16 does not publish a food-storage method; confirm the posted rule with Harry L. Englebright Lake.
- Fire and stove use
- Englebright Lake Boat-In Campground's official facility record states: The boat-in campground has 51 sites that include a fire ring, lantern hanger, picnic table and tent pad.
- Pets
- Dogs are allowed in developed Army Corps recreation areas when penned, caged, on a leash no longer than six feet, or otherwise physically restrained. Pets are excluded from swimming beaches, sanitary facilities, playgrounds, and other posted areas.
Inventory window
Recreation.gov publishes a rolling booking window. The dates below are the official snapshot captured for this catalog build.
- Currently bookable through
- Oct 21, 2026
- Next release
- Nov 1, 2026, 7:00 AM PST
- Next book-through date
- May 1, 2027
- Group sites bookable through
- Sep 6, 2027
Published seasons & rates
| Season | Site type | Nightly rate | Additional person | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peak SeasonJan 1, 2026 – Oct 21, 2026 | Boat In | $20 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 1, 2027 – Sep 6, 2027 | Boat In | $20 | — | — |
| Peak SeasonMay 1, 2028 – Sep 4, 2028 | Boat In | $20 | — | — |
Important facility notices
Read these with current closure and fire notices before departure.
- ALL SITES ARE BOAT-IN ONLY - A BOAT IS REQUIRED TO ACCESS CAMPSITES
- PLEASE PRINT YOUR RESERVATION AND LEAVE A COPY ON THE DASHBOARD OF YOUR VEHICLES
- To make a reservation by phone please call: (877) 444-6777 OR reserve on Recreation.gov.
- There are no waterborne restrooms, electricity / water / sewer site hook-ups, or water pumps at this facility. Bringing your own drinking water is highly suggested.
- Check out time is 12:00 Noon. Check In time is 2:00 P.M.
- Maximum of eight people per campsite including children.
- 2 Tents per campsite allowed.
- Pets must be on a six foot or shorter leash at all times.
- Fireworks are prohibited.
- Purchase firewood locally or harvest it from around your campsite. Dead wood on the ground may be used for firewood- Do not cut standing dead or green trees. Do not transport firewood from home. Leave any extra locally sourced firewood for the next camper- don't take it home with you.
Getting there & contact
Official directions
From Sacramento, CA follow I-5 N, CA-99 N and CA 70 N to Lindhurst Ave in Olivehurst. Take exit 18B from CA-70 N. Take Hammonton Smartsville Rd to State Hwy 20 E in Smartsville. Turn right onto State Hwy 20 E. Turn left onto Mooney Flat Rd. Turn Left onto Englebright Dam Rd.
Facility contact
530-432-6427