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Be aware of road construction in the park. Delays are possible and construction equipment and personnel may be present. 
The west side day use area will be closed during the road construction. Park visitors can use the east side day use area and access the east boat ramp for fishing or other watersports. Please follow detour signs placed throughout the park for directions out of the park.

 

The park entrance gate opens at 5 a.m. and closes at 8:30 p.m. Campers who will arrive later need to call the park by 4 p.m. with a confirmation number to get the entrance gate code.

Camping & RVs

Imagine camping any time of the year among beautiful ponderosa pine trees by a quiet lake. Fool Hollow State Park offers these recreational opportunities and more at this oasis in the forest.

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Programs & Events

New programs and events are added to the park calendar each month. Check back right here for the latest news and for Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area.

Boating

Whether its fishing, boating, or paddling, Fool Hollow's peaceful waters give everyone a chance to enjoy the lake. Rent a paddle watercraft from our on-site concessionaire.

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Park and Facility Hours

Park is open year-round

November - March

Gates open from 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

April - October:

Gate open 5:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m..

*Camping guests arriving after 8:30 p.m. must contact the park with your reservation confirmation number to get the entrance gate code.

Day Use

8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily

Visitor Center/Park Store

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. daily

Holiday Hours

Thanksgiving: 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve: 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Christmas: Contact station is closed. Please use self-pay stations.

Park Entrance Fee

Mon - Thurs per vehicle (1-4 Adults): $7.00
Fri. - Sun. and holidays per vehicle (1-4 Adults): $10.00
Individual/bicycle: $3.00

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