Due to low lake levels, there is no boat access allowed at the park at this time. Only vessels that can be hand-launched are allowed.
The U.S. Forest Service will be removing hazard trees in the park. The project may continue for several months. During this time, please excuse the noise from saws and work crews in the camping loops.
The park entrance gate opens at 5 a.m. and closes at 8 p.m. Campers with current reservations coming after hours will need to enter the gate code on the PIN pad to gain access. The gate code is included with your camping reservation confirmation.
Swimming
Safety
Visitors are invited to swim in Fool Hollow Lake, but safety is always our biggest concern. So before you head into the water, here are some tips to help keep you safe:
- Fool Hollow Lake is surrounded by the tree-lined beauty of rim country, so the shoreline may be rocky. That's why we recommend a light mat to put under your towel for when you come out of the water.
- We also recommend that swimmers wear water shoes to protect their feet from hazards in and out of the water.
- The lake does not have a designated swimming area, so make sure you swim close to your boat or the shore and in full view of others. If you swim in open water, please be cautious of motorized watercraft.
- Do not swim near boat ramps, docks, or near the dam.
- The lake's temperature can vary from temperate in the shallows to near-freezing in open water. if you're concerned about temperature drops in the water, be sure and bring an insulated swimming outfit, like a thermal swimming suit.
- In all situations, swimmers should exercise caution. There is no lifeguard on duty, so swimming is at your own risk.
