Sly Park Campground

We lucked out and got one of the best campsites ever. We were right on the water yet also had shade. The deer would come down in the morning to sip water in the lake. We love the waterfalls, even though they’re man-made and all of us enjoyed a cold plunge. We also were thrilled that we were so close to the water so we could throw out our paddle boards and other flotation devices. The campgrounds are kept very clean.

This is the second time I've brought one of my 3 kids here for a weekend to do some camping and fishing. Made some excellent lifelong memories. To me it's not camping unless there's Pine trees and a campfire and this is the closest place like this to Sacramento. Big shout out to our camp host at the pinecone strip, John! He was super helpful with an issue I had with my boat trailer. This has now become an annual tradition with the kids. Can't wait to come back!

Sly Park is a beautiful campground. It was well maintained with sites right on the lake. We had a group site with bathrooms(vault) and its own dock. There are plenty of trees and we had no problem finding level spot for our tent. I highly recommend.

They will nickel and dime you for everything. Campsites allow for two cars but they will only let you drive one car with the price of reservation. Second car is $20/day as if you're taking an extra space that someone else would've used. Have a pet? Pay up $7/day. Brought a paddle board? Pay up $3/day each! It really adds up and it shouldn't! And all of your excuses for these fees don't stand up to logic. Otherwise the lake is great.

Nice camp ground, not too bushy. Many parking spots for day use picnic area. The lake or reservoir is beautiful. Ok to bring dog $5.00/day but cannot play in the water. No electricity. In winter time there's no shower. Tge trails to the waterfall is worth it,not too far. The security patrol every certain time, so feels quite safe. For sure will come back.